Lorry and HGV Accident Claims

Lorry and HGV accident claims can involve serious injury. When the actions of the lorry driver cause you to be injured in a road traffic accident, you are entitled to make a claim.

Lorry crashes are harder on smaller vehicles involved and they often include multiple cars. All of these factors can make the claims process more complicated and this is why it may be the right time to consider using a claims advisor. Claim Solutions Scotland Ltd understand the delicate manner in which your claim must be handled and our team of experts can instruct you on the critical steps necessary to maximise your compensation.
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Can I Make a Claim Against the Employer of a Lorry Driver?​
In many cases, you will be able to make a claim against the employer of a lorry driver due to their vicarious liability. Lorry companies have a responsibility to their passengers and other drivers on the roadway to act in the safest manner possible. These responsibilities include ensuring their staff are certified to operate a Lorry and not under the influence of any illegal substances. If any of this responsibility was shirked and it caused you to become injured then you would be able to make a claim against all the parties responsible. Lorry and HGV companies are required by law to carry road traffic insurance.

Can I Make a Lorry Crash Claim Even If I am a Lorry Employee?​
Lorry employees are extended the same legal rights as any other citizen and if you were injured because of the negligence of a lorry company, you can make a claim. You will be required to prove the accident was the result of:

• Being Forced to Drive with an Unsafe or Unstable Load
• Bad Vehicle Maintenance
• Not enough Rest Between Shifts

What Should I Do If I Am Involved in a Lorry Accident?
The seconds following a lorry crash are critical. You will need to contact the authorities and your insurance company immediately. You should also start the evidence gathering process. In the moments directly following a lorry crash you have access to the most evidence available to support your claim. If possible capture video footage of the damages, as well as witness statements and contact information. This video should include property damage and injuries you sustained. CCTV camera footage can bolster your claim, so be sure to ask the local businesses if their surveillance system captured your accident.​

What if The Lorry Crash Involves Multiple Vehicles?
Lorry accidents can often involve numerous vehicles. There are a couple of reasons for this unfortunate trend. The added size of a lorry or HGV can cause a smaller vehicle to be pushed into the surrounding cars. There is nothing a driver can do in these situations and whenever multiple car pileups occur, a Court must review the exact details of the incident to see who was at fault. In many instances, the Court may conclude multiple drivers share the blame. Each driver responsible will be assigned a percentage of the fault and this percentage will be used to adjust their compensation accordingly. When this is the situation, it is known as a split liability decision or contributory negligence.

How Long Will It Take to Receive My Compensation?
Lorry crash accident claims can involve multiple drivers and uncertain circumstances. Each case must be reviewed to get the facts straight. If your lorry crash is clear-cut and fault is admitted by the other party, your claim will move through the process quicker. In these claims, you can receive compensation in as little as 3 months. If the fault cannot be immediately determined court proceedings will be required. These can extend your claims processing time significantly.

Common Lorry Crash Injuries​
Due to the added weight and size of a lorry, injuries sustained in these types of accidents are usually more severe. When a lorry injures you, compensation may be the only way for you to receive the financial support needed in order to get access to the medical care your injuries require. These are the most common lorry crash injuries seen on Scotland’s roadways.

• Whiplash
• Soft Tissue Injuries
• Broken Bones
• Burn
• Scarring
• Head Injuries
• Ligament or Limb Damage
• Lacerations
• Amputation
• Paraplegia
• Anxiety
• Panic Attacks
• Depression

How Claim Solutions Scotland Can Help You Get Compensation​
Lodging a lorry and HGV accident claim can be overwhelming. The fact that you must deal with an organisation that is used to dealing with these scenarios can leave you at a distinct disadvantage. Claim Solutions Scotland Ltd can level the playing field by providing you with the time-sensitive advice you need to get the compensation you deserve.​

No Win No Fee​
During the trying times following a lorry crash, worrying about legal fees can reduce your ability to focus on your recovery. Claim Solutions Scotland Ltd are confident we can help you with your claim and if we are unable to secure you compensation, we will waive all of our fees. ​

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