Road Traffic Accident*

Understanding the law and your rights is crucial, especially after a road traffic accident. At Murray Flynn Solicitors, we’ve helped many clients who suffered injuries from such accidents. Whether you were a driver, passenger, pedestrian, or cyclist, you might be eligible to file a claim if the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence.

The process of making a Road Accident Claim

Taking the right steps immediately after a road traffic accident can make a significant difference. The process of making the claim in Ireland involves several key steps:

After an accident, you should seek medical attention, even if your injuries seem minor. You will need a medical report for your claim.

The accident should be reported to the Gardaí (Irish police), especially if there are injuries or significant damage. A Garda report can be an important piece of evidence in your claim.

Gather evidence at the scene, such as photos, witness contacts, and the other party’s details. Also, secure medical reports on your injuries and treatment.

Consult road traffic accident solicitors to evaluate your case and provide insights on its potential success.

In Ireland, most road traffic accident claims must be submitted to PIAB (Personal Injuries Assessment Board). Our solicitors for road traffic accident will assist you in preparing and filing your application.

After the PIAB assesses your claim, you can either accept or reject the award. If accepted by both parties, the compensation is paid, and the case ends. If rejected or if the PIAB does not assess the claim, you can take legal action in court, with your road traffic accident solicitors representing you throughout the process.

It is good to be aware that it is a criminal offence for a driver involved in a road traffic accident* to refuse to provide his/her personal details as well as vehicle insurance details.

What to bring for an appointment with a Solicitor?

Preparing for your meeting with a road traffic accident solicitor can speed up the process and increase your chances of a positive outcome. You should bring particular accident-related documents and evidence to your road traffic accident solicitors, so they can evaluate your case and provide you the best advice.

Checklist

Name and insurance details of the person who caused the accident*.
Details of where the accident* happened (google map photo would be useful).
Photographs from the place of the accident* showing the position of vehicles and damage to the car or cars.
Date of your first attendance with a doctor along with a name and address of the doctor and hospital/GP’s.
Your own passport or drivers’ licence for identification purposes.

By gathering and bringing the necessary documents and details to your appointment, you’ll facilitate a smoother and more efficient claims process. This preparation allows your solicitors for road traffic accident to better understand your case and work towards securing the compensation you deserve.

Final thoughts

In conclusion, even though handling the fallout from a car accident can be difficult, knowing your rights and how to file a claim for compensation can be very helpful. You are entitled to compensation for your losses and costs.

If you’ve been involved in a road traffic accident and are considering making a claim, don’t hesitate to reach out to Murray Flynn Solicitors.

ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS*

Case Studies

We deal with many types of accident* cases involving personal injury*. The most common of these are road traffic accidents* such as car accidents*, bike accidents* and motorbike accidents*. We have represented people who were drivers or passengers in rear end collisions or hit and run. Hit and run accidents* occur when a vehicle causes a collision and then leaves the scene afterwards. Often these vehicles are untraced or uninsured, which does not mean that a claim* cannot be brought. We have also acted for many pedestrians injured by vehicles on the roads and assisted them with their cases.