If you have been involved in a car accident or road traffic accident and it was not your fault here is a some practical advice to help you with any possible personal injury compensation claim that you may need to undertake.
- It’s vital that you seek prompt medical attention to confirm any injuries you believe you have suffered as a direct result of your accident.
- Make sure you have as much information as possible about the other driver and their insurance. Write down any Vehicle Registration Numbers involved in the accident.
- Try to take photographs at the accident scene – it’s useful to have evidence of any vehicle damage, etc before any repairs take place.
- If the police attended the scene, make sure you have been provided with a case reference and CAD number – these are important if details need to be requested at a later stage.
- Independent confirmation of events is always a plus - try to get contact details of any potential witnesses and make a note of any CCTV cameras in the area which might have been recording when the accident took place
- As a general rule, your claim is more likely to be successful if you are able to show that your injuries affected your day-to-day life for a period of at least four weeks prior to full recovery. Write down day to day the effect that the injuries may have had upon you.
- If you are still suffering any recurring, residual or “on and off” aches, pains or stiffness as a result of your accident, it is likely you have not made a full recovery
- If in any doubt, it may be worthwhile waiting for a few days immediately after the accident before pursuing a claim to see if your injuries improve (or get worse).
- Make a note of any lost earnings, medical bills or other financial losses you incur as a result of your accident – these can be recovered as part of your claim.
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Clear Law Solicitors are No Win No Fee compensation claims specialists. This means that in a 'no win, no fee' agreement your solicitor will only be paid if the claim is successful. In addition you will receive the full 100% compensation awarded with no extra “hidden” fees.
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If you have been injured in a car accident and would like to claim compensation then we can help. Please call us on: 0800 783 1453, or Text ‘clear’ to 60300. Alternatively please e-mail us at hello@clearlawonline.co.uk
