Suffering a personal injury is something that no one wants to have to endure. However, unfortunately this can occur quite easily, without being your fault.
A personal injury can happen anywhere, including when you are on a holiday. If you suffer such an accident while travelling, you can make a public accident claim today.
By making a personal injury claim, you can be compensated for the damages you have suffered, even if you are on holidays.
If you wish to make a claim, get in touch with O’Brien & Company Solicitors today. As one of the leading law firms in Dublin, you can receive expert advice.
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What is a holiday accident claim?
A holiday accident claim is when you seek compensation for an injury or damages you have suffered abroad, that were not your fault.
Making a compensation claim under these circumstances can help to support you financially while you deal with the consequences of the accident.
You can make a holiday accident claim when someone else has caused your accident and is liable for the damages. If you are solely responsible for the damages that occurred, then you will not have the right to make a claim.
Common holiday accident claims
Any injuries or damages you suffer while on a holiday that were caused by someone else can result in a compensation claim. Some of the most common claims include:
Food poisoning claims
It is possible that you can fall ill after eating in a restaurant or hotel while abroad on holiday. This can come as a result of poor hygiene or food poisoning.
Consequences of food-related illnesses can be quite serious. If you have suffered such a holiday accident, make sure you make a claim today.
Faulty equipment claims
When on holidays, it is common for people to indulge in various leisurement activities. Any equipment used in such circumstances should be regularly assessed for safety reasons.
Failure to do this can result in significant damages. This can include the likes of cuts, broken bones and other injuries.
If you have suffered due to faulty equipment, speak to one of our personal injury solicitors today.
Contaminated water claims
Being in public pools is a common part of being on holiday for many people. However, should the water be contaminated, people travelling can suffer from illnesses.
Examples of illnesses you may contract due to contaminated water or poor sanitation includes (but is not limited to);
Road traffic claims
Holiday-goers may suffer from personal injuries inflicted on the road. This can happen due to a driver’s negligence resulting in collision.
You could also suffer public or private transport injuries. This is when the driver of the vehicle you are in drives in a negligent manner and is responsible for your damages.
Activity accident claims
During leisurely activities on holiday, it is the responsibility of the staff to ensure that safety precautions are met. This includes proper supervision and instructions throughout the activity.
Failure to provide the right safety concerns can result in significant injuries, meaning you can make a claim due to negligence.
Compensation for holiday accident claims
Anyone who has suffered damages while on holidays can make a compensation claim, as long as it was not their fault.
When making a holiday accident claim, you can receive compensation for general, specific and material damages.
General damages mean you will receive financial compensation for the overall negligence you can suffer. When it comes to the valuation of general damages, factors such as stress, suffering and long term effects are considered.
Specific damages mean you will be reimbursed for any costs you faced/will face due to the injuries sustained. This can cover aspects such as medical costs, travel costs and additional accommodation costs.
Material damages can amend costs related to your personal items. For example, broken or lost smartphones or jewellery can be amended through material damages.
Who can be liable for an injury claim abroad?
There are various people who could be responsible for holiday accident claims. Some of which include:
Whoever is responsible for the damages you have suffered will be liable for the holiday accident claim.
How to make a holiday accident claim
To make a holiday accident claim, we recommend the following steps:
How long do you have to make a holiday accident claim?
You will have two years, minus a day, to make a holiday accident claim. This will begin when you become aware of the damages.
However, it is important to note this is the Irish statute of limitations.
If you have suffered an accident in a different country, this time limit may differ.
Making a claim in a foreign country
Making a claim in a foreign country will usually not cause too much confusion for Irish people. In most cases, you can still make your claim in Ireland, meaning you can avail of Irish solicitors.
Especially if the country you have travelled to is in the EU, there won’t be significant complications.
An exception to this is if you are required to appear in court. However, this is rare when it comes to personal injury claims.
Fatal accident claims abroad
If one of your loved ones has tragically lost their life due to a holiday accident, a dependent of the deceased can make a claim on their behalf.
Fatal holiday accident claims also have a two year time limit, beginning on the date of death.
In a Fatal accident claim, you can claim compensation for general, specific and material damage.
Make a holiday accident claim today
Suffering a personal injury while abroad is a terrible situation for anyone to deal with. This is why our team is eager to help anyone who needs it.
Get in contact with O’Brien & Company Solicitors today for expert help.
We will work with you to give you the best chance of being amended for your holiday misfortune.
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O’Brien & Company Solicitors has a wealth of experience and a history of success in personal injury and medical negligence cases.
We pride ourselves on achieving the best results for our clients whilst at the same time making everything as straightforward and clear for you as possible.
