Public Liability Accidents
What to do if you have an accident
After an accident, there are a number of things you can do in the initial period to preserve and record all physical or verbal evidence available, especially where the evidence may not be obtainable at a later date, or where circumstances may change.
As time passes, it becomes more difficult to investigate a claim, so if you have been the victim of an accident, please check below for further advice. The sooner you begin the claim the better, while the information is fresh and evidence still available.
Public Liability Accidents
If you have been injured as a result of such negligence, then it is important that the incident is logged as soon as possible with a representative of the responsible third party. If the third party is unknown at the time of the accident, then record as many details of the circumstances of the incident as possible, such as time, location, how and why the accident happened.
If possible, obtain Witness names and contact numbers as they may prove invaluable if there is a dispute over liability.
It is important to attend for medical treatment as soon after the incident as possible, as these records will be vital in determining the extent of your injuries and your prognosis.
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Keep your Receipts! It is important to keep a written record of all financial losses arising from the incident. These will include loss of earnings, travel expenses, medical expenses, miscellaneous losses, and damaged clothing. Sometimes a claim can include an element for time incurred by family and friends looking after you. The basis for this part of the claim would be that otherwise assistance would need to be provided by the State.
