Traffic Accident Claims in Aberdeen

 Traffic accident claims in Aberdeen may be filed if the accident was caused by someone else. Whether you’ve been involved in a road accident as a driver, passenger, cyclist motorbike rider or a pedestrian, you may be able to seek compensation if the accident was not your fault.

There is a three year limitation period from the date of the accident for making a claim, so it’s advisable to start early before evidence is lost. Injuries can range from whiplash to serious head trauma and we can advise if your case is valid.

We partner with solicitors based in Aberdeen who have considerable experience in road traffic accident claims.

When Can I Claim Compensation?

In Scotland, you may start a claim as soon as you can show that another person (or public body) owed you a duty of care, breached it, and caused your injury. Typical breaches may include speeding, pulling out of a junction without proper observation or failing to give cyclists enough space on the road.

Legally,  you normally have three years from either the date of the crash or the date you first knew the injuries were linked to that crash (“date of knowledge”) to start your claim.

The clock pauses for children until their 16th birthday and does not run while an adult lacks mental capacity.

Immediate Steps After a Crash

1. Seek medical attention at A&E or your GP.
2. Photograph damage, skid marks and road layout.
3. Swap details with every driver, cyclist or pedestrian involved.
4. Ask Police Scotland for the collision reference number.

Common Injuries and Compensation

Whiplash remains one of the most common injuries with whiplash compensation in Scotland being higher than in England as different rules apply.

Other injuries may include head and brain injuries, broken bones and fractures, spinal cord damage, as well as fatal injury.

A compensation pay-out has two parts:

• General damages for pain and suffering.
• Special damages for financial loss. This may include past wages, physiotherapy bills, car‑hire fees, prescription charges, taxi fares and any future loss such as reduced earning capacity.

Solicitors will generally prove these sums with wage slips, receipts, rehabilitation invoices and an expert medical report from an orthopaedic or neurological consultant. Unrepresented claimants often undervalue future loss of earnings, so seek legal advice early on.

Funding Your Claim

Most traffic accident claims in Aberdeen are run  on a ‘No Win No Fee’ agreement. This means you pay nothing upfront; if you win, a pre‑agreed success fee is deducted from damages. Insurance covers the risk of having to meet the defender’s costs if the action is unsuccessful.

Step‑By‑Step Claim Timeline

Free consultation – discuss liability, evidence and funding.

Letter of claim – your solicitor emails the defender’s insurers

Liability response – insurer admits or denies fault within 21 days.

Medical exam – arranged locally; prognosis dictates settlement value.

Negotiation – Your solicitor will negotiate on your behalf and most cases are settled out of court.

Payment – funds usually clear within seven working days of settlement

Essential Evidence Checklist

Collect the strongest proof you can. Dash‑cam footage from the AWPR, CCTV, eyewitness statements, a police report, garage repair invoices and physiotherapy notes all increase settlement value.

Keep a pain diary and mileage log from day one; minor details often unlock extra compensation later.

Get Help Today

Do not risk missing Scotland’s strict three‑year deadline or accepting an insurer’s lowball initial offer. It is also advisable to start your claim while the evidence is still fresh.

We work with highly experienced Scottish solicitors who operate on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis and we will give you the support and understanding you need. 

Call us at 0333 358 3034 or visit Jefferies Claims Contact Us Page for an initial, no-obligation consultation with a member of our friendly team.

This guide is general in nature and not a substitute for personalised legal advice.