Have you been hit by a motor vehicle from another country within the European Union in the Netherlands or abroad? Fortunately, all vehicles within the EU are obliged to be insured, which means that you are entitled to compensation. However, claiming your personal injury may be more complex than it seems. Where should you file your personal injury claim? And which law applies? In this article we explain how to claim personal injury in case of an accident with a foreign vehicle, both in the Netherlands and abroad.
Collision with a Foreign Vehicle in the Netherlands
If you have been hit in the Netherlands by a vehicle with a foreign registration, you can claim your personal injury from the Dutch representative of the foreign insurer. According to a European directive, every insurer within the EU must have a representative in each country, including the Netherlands. This ensures that you can submit your claim in your own language, which makes the process easier.
At Arslan & Arslan Lawyers we help you free of charge with submitting your personal injury claim to the Dutch representative of the foreign insurer. We ensure that you are fully compensated for your material and moral damage.
Examples of material damage items:
- Income loss due to disability.
- Medical costs and costs for physiotherapy.
- Travel expenses to the hospital or treatments.
- Domestic help or childcare.
- Costs of repair or replacement of damaged properties, such as your bicycle.
In addition, you may also be entitled to pain and suffering. This is a compensation for the pain, psychological distress and loss of life pleasure you experience as a result of the accident. This includes complaints such as whiplash, fractures or even psychological problems such as PTSD.
Have you suffered personal injury after an accident with a foreign vehicle in the Netherlands? Our personal injury lawyers are here to recover your personal injury. Feel free to contact us for free advice.
Hit by a Foreign Vehicle Abroad
Have you been hit abroad by a vehicle with a foreign registration? There are also opportunities to claim your personal injury. In most cases, you can claim your damages in the Netherlands from the Dutch representative of the foreign insurer. However, there is an important difference: in this case, the law of the country where the accident has taken place usually applies.
This means that the rules for compensation may differ from what you are used to in the Netherlands. In some countries, the compensation for pain and suffering or medical costs are more limited. At Arslan & Arslan Lawyers we have experience with international personal injury cases and can help you understand your rights and recover your damages as fully as possible.
Important to know:
- In case of an accident in another EU country, the law of that country applies.
- Your rights to compensation may vary from country to country.
- It is important to act quickly and get an experienced personal injury lawyer to assess your injury.
Accident in a Non-EU Country
Have you been hit by a vehicle outside the European Union? Unfortunately we cannot help you directly in that case. But do not worry, we will gladly refer you to a lawyer who is specialised in international personal injury outside the EU. Feel free to contact us so that we can help you further with a referral.
Free Legal Assistance from a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you suffer personal injury as a result of an accident with a foreign vehicle, you are not alone. At Arslan & Arslan Lawyers we offer you free legal aid in claiming your personal injury. We make sure you get what you are entitled to, without you having to worry about legal costs. Our experienced personal injury lawyers will arrange everything for you, from filing the claim to calculating your personal injury compensation.
What you can expect from us:
- Free legal aid in claiming your personal injury.
- Assistance with both material damage and pain and suffering.
- The full claim process, including negotiations with insurers.
- Expert guidance in personal injury at home and abroad.
Do you have any questions or would you like to file a personal injury claim right away? Contact us for a free and non-binding consultation. We are happy to help you further!
