A Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Personal Injury Claim in Ireland

Whether you have been injured in a road traffic accident, a slip or fall, a workplace accident or due to medical error, you may be entitled to make a Personal Injury Claim.

As Personal Injury Solicitors in Cork and Dublin, we have helped thousands of individuals and families receive the compensation they deserve. If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, it helps to have an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor on your side.

 

 

How to Make a Personal Injury Claim In Ireland

1.    Check Are You Eligible To Make A Claim

To make a successful Personal Injury Claim in Ireland, you must show, in summary:

1. Negligence / Breach of Duty on the part of another person/entity.
2. An injury, loss or damage.
3. A connection between the Negligence / Breach of Duty and the injury, loss or damage.

Commons accidents/incidents which give rise to Personal Injuries Claims, include:

Road Traffic Accidents

Drivers, cyclists, passengers and pedestrians who have been injured in a road traffic accident caused by someone else may be entitled to make a Personal Injury Claim.

Workplace Accidents

Employees, suppliers, contractors and visitors who have been injured in a workplace accident may be entitled to make a Personal Injury Claim.

A Slip or Fall Injury

Anyone who has slipped or fallen because of another person’s negligence (for example, a failure in a shop to ensure the floor is free from tripping/slipping hazards) may be entitled to make a Personal Injury Claim. This includes slips and falls in public areas, such as parks, pathways and any public premises.

Medical Injury Claims

Patients who have suffered injury or illness due to the negligence of a Medical Practitioner, the HSE or a Private Hospital may be entitled to bring a compensation claim.

If you are unsure about your eligibility to claim compensation following an accident or injury, consult with our Personal Injury Solicitors in Dublin and Cork. Call us on +353214275673 or email us at info@cantillons.com

 

2.    Submit Your Claim Before The Deadline

In Ireland, the timeframe in which you can make a Personal Injury Claim is strictly guided by the Statute of Limitations. Generally speaking, you have 2 years from the date of suffering the injury, loss or damage to make a claim.

Exceptions to the 2 years rule are limited and can include:

1. Where a child (someone under the age of 18) has been involved in an accident, the 2 year time frame does not begin until the child’s 18^th However, the child parents can bring a claim on behalf of the child before they turn 18, should they wish to do so. The parents of an injured child can decide to wait until the child turns 18 to submit a claim (although this is not normally advisable as, for example, some witnesses may no longer be available or may not have a good recall of events).
2. Where an illness or injury caused by an accident or incident does not become apparent until a later date. In this case, the 2 years time frame begins from the date upon which the illness or injury could reasonably have been connected linked to the accident in question.
3. Where a person is under a mental disability.

 

3. Speak To An Experienced Personal Injury Solicitor

It is important to work with a Solicitor with expertise in Personal Injury Cases to ensure that you have the best chance of bringing a successful claim and achieving the highest compensation you may be entitled to.

Our experienced team can help you through the process. Cantillons’ Personal Injury Solicitors in Cork and Dublin have represented clients who achieved some of the highest Personal Injury Awards in Ireland over the past several decades.

 

4. Work With Your Solicitor To Gather Evidence

To make a Personal Injury Claim, you will need to provide your Personal Injury Solicitor with certain information, including:

• Your details, including full name, address, occupation, date of birth, PPS number, etc.
• Full details of the accident. This should include the location, circumstances and any official records, e.g. Garda reports or workplace incident reports.
• Any photographs that were taken at the time of the accident or CCTV. Photographs of your injuries may also be of assistance.
• Details of any witnesses.
• Details or description of the person or organisation that you believe to be at fault.

• If it is a Road Traffic Accident, the registration number of the car responsible for the accident.
• Your medical records, including details of any existing medical conditions or previous injuries.
• Any expenses that you have already incurred as a result of the accident. This can include loss of earnings, car repairs, car hire, depreciation, travel expenses incurred for medical appointments, medication, and home adjustments.

 

5. Understand The Personal Injury Claim Process

Understanding the Personal Injury Claim’s process will help you understand what is needed and expected at each step. We find that helping clients understand each step reduces their stress and increases their confidence.

The main stages of a Personal Injury Claim in Ireland include:

• Meet with your Personal Injuries Solicitor.
• Your Solicitor gathering all the evidence (including your Solicitor getting a Medical Report).
• Your Solicitor submitting your claim to the Injuries Resolution Board (formally PIAB).
• Considering with your Solicitor the Injuries Resolution Boards Assessment. If all parties accept the assessment, an Order to Pay will issue and you should receive you compensation. If either party rejects the offer, an Authorisation issues, authorising the case to proceed to the Court process.

 

Contact Cantillons Solicitors For Advice Today

Cantillons Solicitors are Personal Injury Solicitors in Cork.  We believe in tailoring our service to suit each unique client. We are committed to positive outcomes in every case, and we will be happy to work with you for the very best results in your Personal Injury Claim.

Please contact our experienced and friendly team by using the contact form below, or call us at Cork tel:+353214275673 or email us at info@cantillons.com for more information. We also have an office in Dublin and you can call us on +353 1 2641802.

 

*In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement. Many Personal Injury Solicitors portray themselves as “no win no fee Solicitors Cork” or “no win no fee Personal Injuries Solicitors Dublin”. This term can be misleading, and you must discuss fees with the Personal Injury Solicitor you ultimately choose. At Cantillons Solicitors, we are entirely transparent.