Taxi Accident Compensation
Have you sustained an injury as a passenger ?
It is more common than ever for people to take taxis, responsible people will use a taxi when they are on a night out however as with all forms of transport there is the potential for serious injury and therefore the possibility to be able to claim compensation via a personal injury claim.
This country has a vast number of very experienced Taxi drivers and thousands of people get about by Taxi every day without any trouble but as with any form of road traffic vehicle accidents do happen.
If you or any of your family has been a passenger in a taxi that has been involved in an accident, you may be able to claim personal injury compensation from either the taxi company, or the road user who caused the accident. If the accident was caused by faulty or damaged road surface it could be the local council or local authority that is to blame.
We will help you all the way through your Taxi Accident Compensation Claim, to help you have a better chance of success it is always helpful if when contacting Attwood Solicitors you have a the name and registration details and the contact details of the Taxi Driver and of the Taxi / Taxi Company.
A record of any witnesses will also be helpful for us to pursue your claim for you. All accidents should be reported to the police if somebody is injured. This is a legal requirement and also means that there is an official record of the accident.
Accident scene photos can also be helpful as well as a rough sketch of what actually happened.
Even mild injuries at the time can progress and cause problems at a later date a classic example of this is whiplash which can take a few days to develop, even though your injuries may have seemed mild at the time a thorough medical checkup will mean that you have a record of your accident and therefore this will help your claim.
Contact us about your Taxi Crash Claim
Your accident may have the following effects on both your physical and financial well being these will be taken into consideration when accessing the level of compensation that you may be entitled to.
- Pain and suffering
- Short and long-term Medical problems
- Financial problems caused by prescription charges, hospital travel costs as a direct result of your accident
- You may need to employ care staff, if you have suffered an injury causing a disability that needs special attention or care.
- Loss of earnings - Compensation could make up for lost earnings and the loss of future potential earnings.
Attwood Solicitors can help you with all aspects of your claim we are here to take the pain out of making a claim and help you to receive the Personal Injury Compensation for your taxi passenger accident that you deserve.
It is now the law to wear a seatbelt in taxis and if you were not wearing one then your injuries could be partly blamed on you not complying with the law. Because of this your potential compensation payout is likely to be reduced if at the time of the accident you weren't wearing your seatbelt.
Making a claim couldn't be easier simply give us a call, alternatively you can fill in the call back form and we will contact you at a convenient time chosen by yourself.
Remember, with Attwood Solicitors there is no risk to you:
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For more information or to discuss a case for compensation please don't hesitate to call on '0800 145 5105' alternatively use the contact details below: