Have you been the victim of an accident? Then a lot often comes your way: medical issues, emotions, financial worries, and questions about how to claim your damages. In this hectic period, it is important to make the right choices.

To help you, we – as experienced personal injury lawyers and NIVRE-register experts – have compiled the 10 most important tips on personal injury for you. This way you avoid missing out on compensation and you can be sure that you get what you are entitled to.

Why seek legal help for personal injury?

Many victims initially try to claim the damages themselves from the other party or the insurer. That seems simple, but in practice important categories of damages are often forgotten, such as:

• Loss of income due to illness or incapacity for work

• Medical expenses that are not (fully) reimbursed

• Costs for household help or informal care

• Study delay or loss of pension accrual

• Travel expenses and additional childcare

If this is not properly taken into account, it can cost you thousands of euros. That is why we take the entire process off your hands – free of charge, because the other party’s insurer pays our costs.

10 tips for personal injury

1. See a doctor immediately

After an accident, always see a doctor, even if you think it’s not that bad. A medical report is essential to link your symptoms to the accident.

2. Hold the other party liable

Don’t wait too long. Hold the other party liable (if necessary through us) so the statute of limitations is tolled. In workplace accidents it is sometimes unclear whether the employer or the temp agency is responsible – we will sort this out for you.

3. Contact a personal injury lawyer right away

A lawyer helps ensure you don’t forget crucial categories of damages and that an advance payment arrives quickly. You will also be in a stronger position against big insurers.

4. Stay in close contact with your lawyer

Make clear agreements and make sure you always stay informed. With us, we discuss your case in detail – if necessary at your home – so you know exactly where you stand.

5. Build a case file

Keep all documents, medical letters, and receipts in a separate folder. This makes it easier to substantiate items of loss.

6. Record your losses from day one

Keep a diary in which you record symptoms, limitations, and extra costs. This helps substantiate your claim for pain and suffering and non-material damages.

7. Gather evidence: witnesses and photos

Write down the names and phone numbers of witnesses and take photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and damage to belongings. This evidence can be decisive later.

8. Avoid no cure no pay arrangements

With no cure no pay, you often have to give up a percentage of your compensation. With us, that doesn’t happen: the opposing party pays our costs in full.

9. Ask for advances

Let us arrange advances immediately so you don’t run into financial difficulties. Often this is possible within a few weeks once liability has been acknowledged.

10. Only close the case once all losses are known

Don’t agree too quickly to a final settlement. Sometimes symptoms only appear later. We ensure that all losses – including future losses – are compensated.

Our unique approach: attorneys and NIVRE experts

Arslan Attorneys is one of the few firms in the Netherlands where lawyers and NIVRE-registered experts work closely together.

• Attorneys safeguard your legal position and assist you in negotiations or legal proceedings.

• NIVRE experts have practical knowledge of loss assessments and claims handling and know exactly how insurers work.

This combination allows us to approach your case from all angles: legally strong and practically substantiated. As a result, we often secure more compensation for clients than other firms.

Examples from practice

• Traffic accident: A client only had her medical expenses reimbursed through the legal expenses insurer. When we took over the case, the insurer also compensated loss of income, household help and pain and suffering – an amount that was tens of thousands of euros higher.

• Workplace accident: A carpenter fell from scaffolding. The employer wanted to reimburse only part of the damages. Thanks to our combined approach, he received full compensation, including pension loss and future income loss.

Checklist: what should you do immediately after an accident?

✅ Visit a doctor.
✅ Note down witnesses and take photos.
✅ Keep track of your expenses and complaints.
✅ Hold the other party liable.
✅ Get in touch immediately with a personal injury lawyer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Does legal assistance for personal injury cost me money?
No. Our costs are fully paid by the other party’s insurer. You receive 100% of your compensation.

2. How quickly will I receive an advance?
Once liability has been acknowledged, we can often arrange an advance within a few weeks.

3. How long does a personal injury case?
That varies. Small cases are sometimes completed within a few months, larger cases with permanent injury take longer.

4. Why is the combination of lawyers and NIVRE-experts so strong?
Because we work out the best strategy for you both legally and practically. Insurers know that we overlook nothing – that increases the chance of higher compensation.

5. Do I have to handle a lot myself?
No. We take the entire process off your hands, so you can focus on your recovery.

Conclusion

An accident often has major consequences, both physical and financial. By taking the right steps – seeking medical help, collecting evidence, and retaining a specialized attorney – you prevent missing out on compensation.

At Arslan Advocaten we combine legal expertise with the practical knowledge of NIVRE-register experts. As a result, we get the most out of your compensation.

👉 Have you suffered personal injury? Contact us today. We handle everything for you free of charge while you focus on what truly matters: your recovery.