Coach Accident Claims

Various injuries and even fatalities can occur during or in the aftermath of a coach accident. The emotional and physical trauma from such an event can be long-lasting.

Every person has a right to be kept safe whilst travelling, whether in the UK or overseas. You could be entitled to claim compensation if you have been involved in a coach accident that was someone else’s fault.

Contact our friendly team today on 0333 358 3034 or feel free to complete our online form.

Possible injuries after a coach accident

The list of injuries that can be sustained from any type of road traffic accident is endless. However, the following injuries tend to be more common in this type of accident:

• Soft tissue damage
• Psychological symptoms, e.g. post-traumatic stress
• Broken bones and fractures
• Head and brain injuries

The nature of the collision will dictate the severity of any injuries, or even fatalities, that are sustained to those on board the coach.

Other road users, as well as pedestrians or cyclists, may also be injured due to a coach accident. If you fall into one of these categories you may be able to make a claim for compensation.

Reasons for coach crash accidents

Coach accidents do not happen every day and are generally considered pretty rare. Drivers are normally required to undergo training to ensure that they reach a high standard of road safety before carrying passengers. However, sometimes mistakes do happen and some of the more common types are listed below:

• Poorly maintained road surfaces
• Adverse weather conditions
• Falling or slipping while onboard the coach
• Careless driving
• A mechanical or technical problem with the coach
• A lack of adequate signing

A successful claim for compensation will require proof that a third party is liable for your injury due to negligence. Examples, in this case, include mistakes made by the coach driver, a coach company that did not maintain the coach to a safe standard, or even a local council that failed to repair a pothole in the road which subsequently led to a crash.

I was involved in a coach accident, how can I claim?

We recommend contacting a coach accident claims specialist without delay. Strict time limits apply to all personal injury cases, including coach accident claims, so we advise getting in touch as soon as possible. Feel free to call one of our friendly team on 0333 358 3034.

How Much Compensation for a Coach Accident Claim?

All personal injury cases are unique and so the amount of compensation that is awarded in each case is also unique. The amount of compensation that is awarded is determined by looking at two specific factors – general damages and special damages.

GENERAL DAMAGES

The pain and suffering that your injuries have caused is the main factor that is used to determine how much compensation you are owed.

SPECIAL DAMAGES

However, compensation also takes into account any financial losses that you might have suffered as a result of your injuries, such as a loss of earnings due to being unable to return to work.

Make an accident compensation claim

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident then you should consider making a claim for compensation. Get in touch with one of our experts today on 0333 358 3034 or fill out our online form.