Road Traffic Accident Claims RTA

Road traffic accident claims can be made when you receive injuries because of the negligence of another driver. It doesn’t matter if you were the driver, passenger or a pedestrian. If you can establish that someone else caused your injuries, then you have a high chance of obtaining compensation. A traffic accident can be a life-changing event for those injured and their loved ones. Our team of expert claims advisors puts your claim first.​

The Leading Causes of Road Traffic Accidents in Scotland​
According to recent government traffic statistics, 1,596 people were recorded as seriously injured in road accidents in 2015. That same year, 9,204 people were reported as slightly injured as a result of a road traffic accident.

This trend is believed to be fueled by the ever-increasing number of motorists on Scotland’s roads coupled with increased mobile phone usage. We live in an age of constant status updates, tweets, and instant messages. These hi-tech distractions have come at a cost, as more and more avoidable traffic accidents occur every day due to people’s lack of focus.

Can You Claim Compensation For a Road Traffic Accident?​
If you have been injured in a road traffic accident, then you are entitled to claim compensation for your injuries. Drivers, passengers, and pedestrian are all afforded this right in Scotland. If the accident was the result of another driver’s bad decision making and they have insurance (which they should have) then you will have a high chance of obtaining compensation. In some circumstances both parties may have contributed towards the accident taking place and any compensation may be reduced to factor in a percentage of the blame.

What if You Share the Fault for the Accident?​
You should never assume that you cannot make a road traffic claim because you are partially at fault for an accident. You should take advice as you might well find that it was not actually your fault at all or at worse that you only contributed towards it happening the first place. This is called contributory negligence and if established, will entitle you to compensation, albeit it reduced to account for your percentage of the blame.

Road Traffic Accidents Compensation​
A large majority of accident claims are settled without going to court. In some cases, an agreement cannot be reached between all the parties involved. When this occurs your claim will be brought to the Court. Your case will be heard and the Court will determine who was at fault and the level of compensation. If you can produce video evidence to support your claim, then you are going to increase your success rate dramatically. Anything that can prove the other party is responsible for the accident should be considered valuable. This can include but is not limited to police reports, dash cams and witness statements.

What if the Driver is Uninsured or Untraceable?​
Over £400 million per year goes to covering uninsured accidents. To try to mitigate these losses the Scottish government has introduced the Motor Insurance Bureau or MIB. The MIB is the only way for someone who is the victim of a hit-and-run form an uninsured driver to get compensation. Damages paid out by the MIB are usually significantly less than when dealing with an insurance company and the process is also considerably longer.

What to Do If You Have Been Contacted by an Insurance Agent​
It can be a good indicator that you have a strong case if the other party’s insurance company contacts you attempting to settle out of court. Insurance companies will often try to limit their costs by offering you an early, low value settlement. If you accept an offer at this stage then you will be unable to make any future claim, even if it turns out your injuries are more serious than had been expected. Claim Solutions Scotland Ltd specialise in getting you the maximum amount of compensation. If you have been made an early offer of compensation, then contact us now to discuss what you should do next.

How Could Compensation Help You​
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a car accident there could be a huge emotional, physical and financial burden placed upon your shoulders. A claims advisor works with you to improve your claim’s success. Your compensation will be determined by the severity of your injury and how it has negatively affected your life. The Courts will look to see if you suffered from:

• Reduction of Mental Capacity
• Loss of Physical Capacity
• Medical Bills
• Future Medical Bills
• Damaged Property
• Pain and Suffering
• Lost Wages
• Loss of Employment

How Long does it Take to Receive Compensation for a Road Accident?​
When fault is admitted and injuries are not severe you can expect your claim to be resolved in a couple of short months. Larger claims require additional time and insurance companies are more likely to dedicate resources into reducing the total losses incurred from your claim. We examine each claim and its unique circumstances to help determine the best plan. Contact us today to see how fast we think we can get your claim compensation.​

What are the Chances of My Claim Being Successful?​
If the other party accepts fault, then it’s mainly a matter of having your injuries medically examined. If the other party disputes that they were responsible then litigation will be required to determine who was ultimately responsible, or if each party was partly at fault. You should start evidence gathering immediately if you are involved in a road traffic accident. Follow these steps to increase your chances of a successful claim.

• Make a Police Report
• Contact your Insurance Company
• Document The Damage to Your Vehicle via Photographs
• Gather Statements from Witnesses
• Gather Video from Local Business (CCTV Cameras)

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No Win No Fee​
Recovery should be your main concern after being injured in a traffic accident. Claim Solutions Scotland Ltd operate on a No Win No Fee business model. This means you only pay us if your claim is successful. CFA of Conditional Fee Agreements help you to focus on the path to recovery, without worrying about costs.​

Start Your Claim​
Contact us today and start your road traffic accident claim today.