Company Car-related Road Accidents Claims
Claiming Against Company Car Driver
- Making a Claim for a Concertina Collision
- What Type of Injuries Can be Claimed for in a
- How Long Will it Take For My Concertina Collision Compensation to be Awarded?
- What if the Driver that Caused the Accident is Uninsured?
- What to Do if You are Involved in a Concertina Collision Accident
- How Can Claim Solutions Scotland Ltd Help?
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Concertina collision accident claims involve multiple drivers. This type of accident is often referred to as a “pileup” and it is most commonly encountered during periods of high traffic congestion. When drivers are in a bumper to bumper scenario there is little to no room available to swerve out of the way of the vehicle in front of you. This means one driver can cause a chain reaction leading to numerous mini-accidents as each car is forced into the vehicle located directly in front of it.
Making a Claim for a Concertina Collision
The nature of this type of accident can add to the difficulty of proving who is primarily to blame for the incident. Often, in concertina collisions, a person is forced to brake hard to avoid an accident with the vehicle in front of them. This, however, may result in an accident with the vehicle behind them and so forth and so on, until there are numerous drivers involved.
Example 1
This driver was located in the centre of a large multi-car pile up.
At the time of the accident, they were stopped in a traffic jam. Suddenly and without warning, the driver’s vehicle was struck violently from behind. This forced his vehicle to jump forward, causing an additional collision with the vehicle in front of them. In this scenario, there was no way the driver could have avoided the situation and by no decision of their own making, the accident occurred. The person behind them would ultimately be responsible.
Example 2
In this example, the same driver is cruising down the highway. This time the driver is riding extremely close to the vehicle in front of them. Suddenly, the lead vehicle is forced to slam on their brakes to avoid hitting a wrecked vehicle in front of them. This causes the rear driver to brake hard as well. Unfortunately, they were too close to the vehicle in front of them and therefore were unable to stop. They are responsible for not leaving enough distance between their car and the car in front.
What Type of Injuries Can be Claimed for in a Concertina Collision?
If you are injured in a concertina collision that was the result of another driver’s negligence, you can receive compensation for your injuries. General and special damages can be awarded to you for your losses and suffering. These are the most common injuries sustained in a concertina collision.
- Whiplash
- Soft Tissue Injuries
- Broken Bones
- Burn
- Scarring
- Head Injuries
- Ligament or Limb Damage
- Lacerations
- Amputation
- Paraplegia
- Psychiatric injuries such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, etc.
How Long Will it Take For My Concertina Collision Compensation to be Awarded?
Due to the complexities of a concertina collision, it may take longer for your claim to be approved. If the accident happened due to the actions of a single driver and the driver accepts the fault for the incident, your claim will be processed quicker. Unfortunately, concertina collisions can be extremely hard to place blame for and in many instances, the blame is shared amongst multiple drivers. All of this can result in extended court proceedings because all of the evidence must be reviewed to assign the appropriate amount of blame to each driver.
What if the Driver that Caused the Accident is Uninsured?
Scotland’s Highway Code states that every driver must be insured prior to driving their vehicle on the roadways. Even with this law in place, an estimated £400 million in damages are done by uninsured drivers on a yearly basis. When you are involved in an accident with an uninsured driver your options are limited. You will be forced to lodge your claim with the Motor Insurer’s Bureau or MIB. This organisation can help you get compensation for the injuries and losses you have received as a result of an accident with an uninsured motorist. The process is a bit lengthier than a traditional claim and the amounts awarded are less, but if you are involved in an accident with an uninsured driver, the MIB may be your last chance of getting financial support for your injuries.
What to Do if You are Involved in a Concertina Collision Accident
Scotland’s roadways are becoming more congested than ever before. This means the chances of becoming involved in a concertina collision accident are also rising. If you are involved in a multi-car pileup, you should follow these steps to help better your chances of success when filing your claim.
- Notify the Authorities
- Take Pictures of the Damage
- Get Witness Information & Statements
- Ask Local Businesses if They Have CCTV Footage
Concertina collision accident claims can prove to be a time-consuming process and gathering the right information early on can greatly assist with your case.
How Can Claim Solutions Scotland Ltd Help?
Claim Solutions Scotland can provide you with expert advice yon maximising your compensation. Our professionally trained advisors understand the intricacies of the claims process and work to guide you towards the most effective compensation strategy. We have years of experience helping individuals, just like you, receive compensation for their injuries. If you have been injured in a concertina collision, there is no reason to wait, give us a call today for a free consultation. Here we can discuss the details of your claim and provide you with a straightforward answer on the probability of your claim’s success.
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