Being injured while on holiday is stressful enough without having to navigate complicated legal systems in another country. At Watermans, our accident abroad solicitors take on the challenge of your claim, providing clear advice and support every step of the way.
"They looked out for me through the whole process. Watermans sorted out my physiotherapy and a personal injury settlement that has enabled me to get by life back together. A special thanks to Sam Donaldson and Stacey Moore who handled my claim."
M Mayaka, Personal Injury Claim
Accidents abroad are common.
Many happen in hotels, on excursions, or while travelling with a tour operator.
Impact goes beyond the injury.
Medical costs, disrupted travel and ruined holidays can create lasting stress.
You may be entitled to compensation.
Claims can cover treatment, expenses, and loss of enjoyment of your holiday.
Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need
and providing straightforward legal advice. It should be that simple.
Accidents Abroad
Whether you are jetting off on a dream holiday or visiting a foreign country for work, the last thing you want to happen is to be involved in an accident. Unfortunately, accidents can happen anywhere, and if it was someone else’s fault, you could be entitled to claim compensation.
Common Types of Accidents Abroad
Here are a few ways you may be involved in an accident while on holiday.
Depending on the severity of the accident in question, you may find that you’ve sustained life-changing injuries.
Regardless of where or how your accident occurred, our accident abroad solicitors at Watermans can help.
Making a Claim
You are entitled to claim compensation for accidents and injuries abroad that occurred due to the fault of another party. You can claim for injuries sustained abroad to cover medical costs and loss of earnings. If your holiday has been ruined due to an accident, you can make a compensation claim for those damages too.
In the case of a fatal accident abroad, a dependent can make a compensation claim.
We understand that making a claim for compensation for any reason can be a daunting task. It is even more overwhelming if you were injured abroad and the person or company you want to claim against is based in another country.
It is important to note that, while in Scotland, you have up to three years to make compensation claims, this may not be the case in the country where your accident occurred. That’s why it’s best to start the process of a holiday accident claim as soon as possible to increase your chances of being successful.
How Much Compensation?
As with all personal injury claims, the compensation amount will depend on the nature of the accident and the severity of your new circumstances.
In most instances, you may be entitled to claim compensation for a variety of things, including:
Why Watermans?
At Watermans, we simplify legal services so people can move forward in life.
Our accident abroad solicitors are committed to taking the hassle from you and fighting each case to secure the maximum compensation.
In addition to ensuring your medical treatment and other expenses incurred, Watermans goes the extra mile to ensure a swift recovery.
We provide access to a range of additional services, such as physiotherapy and psychological treatment, so you can get your life back on track.
Our expertise in personal injury cases covers a wide range of areas, including:
Our personal injury solicitors represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation for our clients. We work on a no-win, no-fee agreement, so if your claim is unsuccessful, you suffer no financial risk.
Yes, you must have evidence to prove that a negligent party caused your injury. This can be evidence of a lack of safety procedures at the accident scene, photographs, proof of medical expenses incurred, witness statements, etc.
For a holiday accident claim to be successful, you will need to have evidence that a third party was at fault. However, if you are partly at fault, you can still claim compensation. The only difference is that the amount you receive may be lower.
Not necessarily. Most accident claims reach a final settlement outside of court. At Watermans, our accident abroad solicitors will communicate with the international law firms involved in your case.
Yes, you can. Your claim should be successful if your personal injury abroad was not your fault, and we can show negligence on the part of another party.
However, depending on the severity of the injury, you may have to pay for ongoing medical treatment while you are away if the case hasn’t been settled yet.
Every compensation case is different. Some take years, while others may only take months. It depends on the injury severity, the laws of the country you were injured in, and whether liability is clear.
You will generally get paid for your claim once the case is settled. However, this also depends on your physical condition. If you require immediate medical attention and rehabilitation, you may be paid sooner. We’ll ensure you have access to interim payments in cases of serious injury or when there is sufficient proof that you are financially suffering.
Holiday accidents work a bit differently from independent traveller accidents. If you were injured whilst on a package holiday, you could make a claim against the package holiday provider, tour guide, or the UK-based travel agent you worked with. However, you would have to prove that the tour operators were negligent and that there were insufficient health and safety standards in place.
If there were no tour operators or package holidays involved, you may still claim compensation. However, the success of your claim will depend on who was responsible for the accident and if negligence was the cause of your injury.
At Watermans, we are dedicated to ensuring the success of your claim abroad, whether you were there for business or pleasure. Holiday claims can, however, be unsuccessful at times due to a lack of evidence or differences in laws. If that happens, you will not receive compensation.
Claim accident abroad compensation with confidence. Complete an enquiry form and our expert accident abroad solicitors will get back to you.
The figures quoted are a rough guide to show you the amount you could receive as compensation for your injury. Our solicitors will advise you in more detail about your specific claim.
Your claim could be worth...
Claim Worth
The figures quoted are a rough guide to show you the amount you could receive as compensation for your injury. Our solicitors will advise you in more detail about your specific claim.
Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need and making that process straightforward. Start the process by sending us your details below or calling us on 0131 555 7055
“Making a claim for compensation can be such a daunting process for people, so I try to make it as straightforward and easy to understand as I can for them.”
Susanne McGraw, Head of Personal Injury
