If you are a passenger who has been involved in a road traffic accident, you have a right to make a passenger accident claim, just as the driver has a right to make a road accident claim. This is because you are just as likely to sustain an injury as the driver of the vehicle and suffer as a result. Trust Watermans passenger injury solicitors to help you get the compensation you deserve.
“I’d like to thank Johnny Richardson in particular. He is very polite and friendly, and explained things in a way that I understood. He made the whole process hassle and stress free for me.”
L Duthie, Personal Injury Claim
If you have been a passenger in an accident that wasn't your fault within the last three years,
you could be entitled to compensation.
Any claim made against the driver of the vehicle will be paid out by their insurance company,
so don't worry about making a claim if the driver is your friend.
At Watermans, we employ expert personal injury solicitors to help you
in seeking the financial compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need and providing straightforward legal advice.
It should be that simple.
Passenger Accidents
Passengers involved in a road traffic accident often don’t realise they have the same rights to claim compensation as a driver. At Watermans, we handle a variety of passenger accident claims. Some of the most common types include:
Drivers have a duty to drive safely and to protect passengers in their vehicles and other road users. If you have sustained an injury through no fault of your own, it’s time to speak to a personal injury solicitor.
Watermans employ an expert team of personal injury solicitors, who are experienced in handling claims related to injuries sustained in road traffic accidents. Whether you have sustained a minor injury, or something altogether more serious, speak to one of our advisors today.
Common Passenger Injuries
Watermans passenger injury solicitors often encounter a range of injuries resulting from road accidents. Here are some of the most common types of injuries that passengers may suffer and can make a successful claim for.
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries in car passenger accident claims. It’s often caused by sudden jerking motions in a collision and can lead to neck pain, headaches, and limited mobility. The recovery time can vary but sometimes results in long-term discomfort for the injured passenger.
Broken bones are common in high-impact road traffic passenger accident claims. These can affect various parts of the body and may require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation.
Serious injuries from accidents can include head trauma, spinal cord injuries, or internal organ damage. These often result from severe car accidents or instances of reckless driving and may lead to long-term disability or life-changing consequences. Such injuries require medical evidence to support passenger injury claims.
Cuts and bruises, while often less severe, can still be painful and require medical attention. These may be caused by impact with vehicle interiors or shattered glass during a road accident. In some cases, passengers who suffer injuries like these can experience complications like permanent scarring.
Beyond whiplash, soft tissue injuries can affect passengers who have suffered injuries to muscles, ligaments, and tendons. These are often caused by the force of impact in a car accident or negligent driving by the driver of another vehicle. These injuries may not be immediately apparent but can worsen over time.
While not physical, psychological trauma is a serious consequence of experiencing an injury as a passenger. This can include anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s often overlooked in passenger claims, but psychological damage can affect your quality of life significantly after a road traffic accident.
It’s important to remember the injuries passengers suffer due to road traffic accidents may often only be minor, but they can also be severe and life-changing. Compensation is vital to support you throughout any rehabilitation and to cover any medical costs, lost earnings or other expenses as you recover.
Whatever your injury, our specialist team is experienced in handling a wide range of passenger claims and can help you achieve maximum compensation.
Making a Claim
If you or a family member has been injured as a passenger in a road traffic accident within the last three years, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Injuries sustained as a passenger in a vehicle can range from minor to severe and life-threatening, so it is only right that you receive personal injury compensation to cover the costs of your recuperation.
The process of making a passenger accident claim typically involves the following steps:
It’s important to note that even in cases involving uninsured drivers or untraced drivers, you may still be able to claim through the Motor Insurers’ Bureau. For minors who have suffered an injury, a parent or guardian can act as a litigation friend to make a claim on their behalf.
At Watermans, our expert team is here to help you navigate the complexities of road traffic accident claims. We offer straightforward legal advice and take the hassle out of the legal process for you.
How Much Compensation?
The amount of compensation you’ll be able to claim for as a passenger in a road traffic accident can vary considerably, depending on how severe your injuries are.
Here are some types of compensation you may be entitled to:
When injuries are more significant, the compensation can be a lot 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 your recovery and long after your claim to make sure you receive the appropriate treatment, support and rehabilitation.
Why Watermans?
Watermans make legal services look and feel easy so people can move forward in life.
Watermans is your modern personal injury law firm in Scotland. Our expert legal team is 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,
1. Accidents at work
2. Public liability claims
3. Road traffic accidents
4. Fatal and serious injury claims
5. Cases relating to abuse
We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation for our clients. Our expert lawyers work on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means that if your passenger injury claim is unsuccessful, you won’t end up out of pocket.
In Scotland, the time limit to make passenger injury compensation claims is generally three years from the date of the accident. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you have three years following the date of your accident in which to start the claims process.
Instead, you must have either settled a claim for personal injury or raised a court action within this three-year timeframe. To ensure you don’t miss out on your right to claim, it’s advisable to speak with a lawyer at Watermans as soon as possible after your accident.
At Watermans, we believe financial concerns shouldn’t prevent you from seeking justice after an accident. That’s why we offer a no-win, no-fee agreement for your passenger personal injury claim. This means there are no upfront legal fees, and you won’t owe us anything if your claim is unsuccessful.
We believe in transparency, so you can rest assured there are no hidden charges. Our goal is to minimise your financial risk while pursuing the compensation you deserve. We also provide some free initial advice to help you understand your options before proceeding with a claim.
With our no-win, no-fee passenger accident claim service, you can focus on your recovery while we handle the legal aspects of your case.
Trust Watermans to simplify your claim process after an accident.
Contact our passenger injury solicitors today for expert guidance.
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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“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
