The world of compensation claims can be a confusing place for those who have become injured due to the negligence of another. Some people don’t fully understand the means of making an injury compensation claim, or what is required of them if they choose to do so; meaning they often don’t bother making one.
Millions of pounds in injury compensation go unclaimed every year because of those unsure about making a claim. If you have suffered an injury in an accident that wasn’t your fault, why should you suffer alone? Injury compensation isn’t just about the sum of money you receive; it’s about helping you move on with your life.
When you suffer injury from an accident you will probably either visit your GP or local A&E to get your injuries checked over. It is important you let medics know the circumstances of the accident you suffered these injuries in. This will then allow them to assess your injuries accurately and link them to your claim in your medical records. For example if you suffer pain in your neck and you been involved in a car accident, they should then be able to diagnose what type of whiplash injury you are suffering from.
If you feel unsure about making a possible injury compensation claim it is a good idea to seek legal advice prior to doing so; some injury law companies’ offer this free of charge. They will discuss the possible claim with you and will be able to tell you whether you have a claim to make or not.
When you become injured in an accident there are a few things you should do:
- Take down the contact details of the other party involved in the accident. If it was a car accident you’d also need to take down the vehicle registration number and the drivers’ insurance details.
- Write down the contact details of any witnesses to the accident; they may be able to supply sufficient evidence if you do later decide to make an injury compensation claim.
- Take photos of the scene of the accident or of any injuries you have sustained.
- Keep note of any loss of earnings you have suffered due to the accident.
All of the above will help you if you do choose to make an injury compensation claim. For more information on making a claim contact the Injury Lawyers today for free, no obligation advice on what you are legally entitled to do.
