Unfortunately, road traffic accidents happen often in the UK with resulting injuries ranging from minor to life-changing or even fatal. If you have been involved in one, you may be asking yourself “How do I make a road traffic accident claim?”.
If you’re the victim of a road traffic accident we can help you to secure compensation for your injuries and any loss suffered as a result.
Tips For Making A Road Traffic Accident Claim
Road traffic accidents can happen whether you are a motorist, motorcyclist, cyclist or pedestrian – and the claims process is similar if the accident was caused by the other party’s negligence or by a defect in the road. If you are injured on the road because of another road user, you should:- If needed and you’re able to, call for an ambulance or the police if there are casualties or any vehicles are blocking the road following the accident.
- If possible, obtain the details of the motorist involved in the accident. Details include registration number, make and model of the vehicle, and insurance information.
- Take photos of the accident scene and damage to the vehicles or surrounding area. If you’re unable to take photos, make notes on the location and damage incurred.
- Find any witnesses and obtain their contact details.
- Check to see if there is any CCTV nearby or if any of the witnesses have dashcam footage. You may also have dashcam footage you can use as evidence.
- If needed and you’re able to, call for an ambulance or the police if you need medical assistance or your vehicle is blocking the road following the accident.
- Take photos of the accident scene and damage to your vehicle or surrounding area. If you’re unable to take photos, make notes on the location and damage incurred.
- Find any witnesses and obtain their contact details.
- Check to see if there is any CCTV nearby or if any of the witnesses have dashcam footage. You may also have dashcam footage you can use as evidence.
