When it comes to holiday accident compensation the law can become very complicated and it is difficult to summarise the position in brief. However, generally speaking, there are two types of legal recourse available to the injured party. [Read more…] about What are My Rights When it Comes to International Accident Claims?
Hit and Run Accidents on the Rise
The statistics relating to hit and run accidents do not make for pleasant reading. It’s estimated that the number of accidents between 1999 and 2001 rose by 19% and has been steadily rising ever since.
What to do if you are the Victim of a Hit and Run Accident
If you are involved in an accident it always shakes you up, but if it is a hit and run accident it somehow feels much worse. In a normal accident, you know how to respond and what to do next. With a hit and run, you are stunned by the other person’s actions, angry and upset. In many cases, you will also be injured. However, what you do in the first hour or so after being involved in a hit and run accident is important because it can affect whether the perpetrator can be found and prosecuted. [Read more…] about What to do if you are the Victim of a Hit and Run Accident
Are you Eligible to Make a Social Security Claim?
If you have every worked and paid a social security contribution you may be entitled to make a social security claim. When you retire, provided you have made enough contributions, you will be entitled to a state pension. Most people know this, but not everyone realizes that if they are ill or become disabled before they reach retirement age they may be entitled to financial help from the state. It does not matter whether you have become disabled because of a disease or an accident you could be entitled to financial help from the government. [Read more…] about Are you Eligible to Make a Social Security Claim?
Ways to Make a Road Accident Claim
If you have been involved in a traffic accident and have suffered an injury or damage to your vehicle, you probably already know that you can potentially make a claim. What many people do not realise is that they have a choice as to how they file their road accident claim. [Read more…] about Ways to Make a Road Accident Claim