Media Reports Show Recent Road Bus Accidents Are Leading To Personal Injury Claims
Road accidents involving city buses have seen a rise in publicity over the last couple of months as it’s been revealed a large number of passengers are deciding to pursue legal action by making personal injury claims.
In August a Double Decker bus overturned in Belfast leaving 35 people injured, 30 of these have to receive vital treatment on scene from paramedics. Since then it was confirmed last month that 26 of those who sustained injuries have submitted personal injury claims.
A month later another story made headlines after an innocent bus passenger has decided to take legal action seeking personal injury compensation after being left paralysed by a lorry collision with the bus he was travelling on. David Horsefield, 38, was thrown to the ground when trying to leave the bus as a lorry collided with the vehicle in Sheffield, back in 2009. Reports claim he is seeking compensation worth to be around a six figure sum, however, as with nearly all road accident claims; it appears both parties are currently disagreeing on an overall amount.
Personal injury solicitors believe it’s a very upsetting situation as road accidents are obviously a distressing and painful experience for everyone involved. Colemans CTTS Solicitors in Manchester work for people who are seeking personal injury compensation for motorbike car, passenger and pedestrian accidents. They believe the reason people wish to progress with making a personal injury claim is so you can continue supporting your family and pay bills while you recover from the injuries sustained.
The amount of compensation which you receive from making a personal injury claim is usually considered by assessing several key factors. These include the seriousness of the injury, how long it takes to recover, the age of the victim and whether the injuries leaves the victim disabled as a result.
Personal injury compensation amounts do normally vary between each case; however they are usually placed within two categories. General damages relates to any loss of amenity, pain and suffering while the claimant is injured. This includes the injuries preventing you from doing the things you enjoyed such as hobbies and sport. The second category is special damages, which accounts for actual losses that may incur, including loss of earnings, medical expenses, help around the home and costs of travel.