Car Accidents Claims

Car accidents are a common occurrence in Scotland, and can be a frustrating and upsetting incident for anyone involved. Damage to your car can prevent you from carrying out your daily tasks, and the possibility of sustaining injuries is high.

Every Step of The Way

"1st class Service from Waterman’s and Jonny Richardson who was dealing with my car accident injury claim. Jonny was brilliant and kept me up to date with every step of the way, he was very professional and I would recommend him 100%."

P Wood, Personal Injury Claim

The Short of it

  • If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident within the last three years,

    you may be entitled to claim for compensation from the responsible party.

  • All road users can claim for compensation as a victim of an accident,

    whether you are a driver, a passenger, a cyclist or a pedestrian.

  • At Watermans, we are here to take the hassle out of your car accident claim,

    with our team of expert solicitors ready to take on your case.

  • Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need

    and providing Straightforward legal advice. It should be that simple.

  • The Long of it

    Car accidents

    Car accident claims

    Car accidents are a common occurrence on Scottish roads. The most common reasons for car accidents include

    • dangerous or negligent driving
    • drunk driving
    • using a mobile phone whilst driving
    • general lack of driver concentration

    Whatever the reason for your car accident, and whether you’re the driver or the passenger, if it wasn’t your fault, you are entitled to make a financial compensation claim.

    Apart from claiming for the damage to your vehicle, you may also have been injured in your car accident.

    At Watermans, we employ a team of expert road traffic collision experts, who are here to offer you straightforward legal advice.

    Making a claim

    How do I make a car accident claim?

    All road users can claim for compensation after an accident, whether you are a driver, a passenger, a cyclist or a pedestrian injured by another car, a motorbike or even a horse. Anyone involved in a road traffic accident through no fault of their own has a right to be compensated for medical costs, loss of earnings and any other expenses incurred due to the accident.

    If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident within the last three years that wasn’t your fault, you have the right to pursue a compensation claim against the responsible party.

    The first step in making your car accident claim is to contact us for a free no obligation consultation. As soon as we’ve got the details, our car accident solicitors will be able to confirm whether you’re entitled to a claim. Our specialist car accident solicitors will act on your behalf to seek the compensation you deserve, be it for injuries sustained or damage to your vehicle.

    Plus, we operate on a no win no fee basis, meaning that if we don’t succeed in winning your claim, you don’t have to pay any solicitors fees.

    It is also important to remember that it is crucial to instruct a solicitor to represent you for a number of reasons. First and foremost, if you are represented by a car accident solicitor, the insurance company won’t attempt to under settle your claim in exchange for dismissing the case.

    Another reason for hiring a personal injury solicitor is that they’re knowledgeable and can understand your unique circumstances – meaning you’ll get the best car injury compensation package possible.

    Speak to our dedicated team today. It should be that simple.

    How much compensation?

    How much compensation for a car accident?

    The amount of compensation you’ll be able to claim for a car accident injury can vary drastically. This is because all accidents are different. There are, of course, several different types of injuries that you could potentially sustain. Most injuries from car accidents may be relatively minor, though they will still cause pain, discomfort, and inconvenience, whereas some may be serious enough to be life-changing.

    In terms of general damages, you are awarded for the pain, suffering, and loss of earnings you have suffered as a result of the accident. When injuries are more significant, car accident compensation amounts are a lot of higher because of the impact the injuries will have on your lifestyle, work and even personal relationships. In such cases, the compensation received will support you throughout recovery and long after your claim to make sure you receive the appropriate treatment, support, and rehabilitation.

     

    Why Watermans?

    Why should I choose Watermans to pursue my claim?

    Watermans make legal services look and feel easy so people can move forward in life.

    Watermans are one of the leading personal injury firms in Scotland. We act only for people who have been injured in an accident, and never for the at-fault party, nor insurance companies who defend these cases.

    Our expert team are committed to doing everything to make the claims process straightforward for our clients following an accident. We take the hassle from you and fight each case to secure the maximum level of compensation. We also provide access to a range of additional services, such as physiotherapy and psychological treatment to ensure you recover from your injuries as soon as possible and get your life back on track.

    Our expertise in personal injury covers a wide range of areas including accidents at work, public liability claims, road traffic accidents, fatal and serious injury claims and cases relating to child and historical abuse.

    We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation for our clients. We work on a no win a fee basis, which means that if your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t end up out of pocket.

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    Straightforward Legal Advice

    How much could you claim?

    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.

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    Get in touch with us

    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

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    Our personal injury claims expert

    “I enjoy the challenge of putting my clients back in a position they would have been in, had they not been unfortunate to suffer an accident through no fault of their own.”

    John Dillon, Head of Dispute Resolution