Train and rail accident claims
If you’ve suffered an injury as a result of a train or rail accident and it wasn’t your fault, you could be entitled to compensation. Speak to our specialist solicitors today
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The most important things to remember when making a train and rail accident claim:
- You can make a rail injury claim if you or a loved one has been injured and you believe it was caused by another party’s negligence of your health and safety.
- The amount of compensation you should expect to receive will depend on the severity of your injury, the pain and suffering caused and the impact it will have on your life going forwards.
- You have up to three years from the accident date or the date a professional medical practitioner diagnosed your injuries to start your claim.
Find out how much you could claim
Compensation amounts are estimated based on the level of injury below
What are the time limits for making a train accident compensation claim?
As with most personal injury cases, you typically have three years to file a claim. This period starts either from the date of the accident, the date you became aware of the injury, or when a medical professional diagnosed your injuries. However, there are some key exceptions to this rule:
Mental incapacity: If the injured person is mentally incapacitated, the three-year timeframe only begins if or when they regain mental capacity.
Under 18s: If you were under 18 at the time of the accident, you have until your 21st birthday to file a claim. Alternatively, a responsible adult, referred to as a ‘litigation friend,’ can file the claim for you before you turn 18.
Accidents abroad: Time limits for filing claims vary in each country and are often shorter than those in the UK.
To up your chances of a successful claim, it’s best to start the process as soon as possible after the accident. This allows enough time to gather evidence and for your legal team to build a strong case on your behalf.
What is the claim process?
This is our step-by-step guide to the process of making a claim:
1. Identify the basis of your claim
Determine the rail injury you are claiming about and assess whether it caused mental, physical, or financial damage.
2. Collect evidence
Gather all available evidence to support your claim, including witness statements, CCTV footage, and accident reports.
3.Seek legal assistance
Contact Express Solicitors to kick off your claim.
4. Contact the offending party
We’ll approach the party or parties involved in your rail accident and discuss the claim we’ll be making against them.
5. Wait for potential settlement
Once made aware of the case, the offending party might offer a settlement fee to avoid the court process.
6. Initiate court proceedings
If negotiations do not yield a satisfactory outcome, we will begin the process of taking the case to court.
7. Prepare for court
The court will decide if the case proceeds to trial. We will represent you, presenting all gathered evidence.
8. Trial
At the trial, we will argue your case before the judge, who will then determine if you are entitled to compensation for the injustice suffered.
We can lead you through this process and make sure you are aware of what’s needed at each stage. Additionally, we will assess whether you have grounds for a criminal injury claim. If your claim is successful, you will achieve justice for the negligence you suffered through compensation. We will also be there to ensure that this compensation is promptly paid to you.
Frequently asked questions
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Why choose Express Solicitors?
With over 20 years of experience in the personal injury game, Express Solicitors are equipped to handle train and rail injury claims whenever they come.
No matter how challenging the claim, we handle each case with the same care and empathy as any other. Our goal is to secure justice for our clients’ suffering. And with our no-win, no-fee arrangements, you can pursue your train and rail injury claim without worrying about upfront costs or significant financial losses from court fees.
We’re also extremely proud to have an “Excellent” rating on Trustpilot and are accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), demonstrating our dedication to professional integrity and client satisfaction.
So get in touch today to begin your shop injury compensation claim and find out how much compensation you may be entitled to.
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