A collision, a workplace accident, or a dog bite can cause injury or physical symptoms, entitling you to compensation. What many people do not know, however, is that under the law you can receive free legal assistance from a personal injury lawyer when filing a personal injury claim. But what is the best choice: a personal injury agency or a specialized personal injury lawyer? And what are you entitled to if you suffer personal injury? In this article, we are happy to explain it to you.

Do you have questions or would you like to file your personal injury claim directly with the liable party? Then contact Arslan & Arslan Advocaten. Our experienced personal injury lawyers are ready to help you. Call for free legal help with personal injury or fill out our contact form, and we will contact you the same day.

What does a personal injury agency do?

When you file a personal injury claim, you will often deal with a lawyer from the insurer who assesses your claim. Insurers have a lot of knowledge and experience in the field of personal injury, but their goal is often to keep the compensation as low as possible. This means it is very important to engage your own specialized personal injury legal specialist or lawyer to represent your interests.

The legislator understands that, as a victim, you have to stand up to the insurer’s expertise. That is why you are entitled to free legal assistance from a personal injury specialist who helps you submit your claim. At Arslan & Arslan Advocaten we take all the worries off your hands. What do we do for you?

• We investigate who is liable for your personal injury.
• We draft a liability letter.
• We hold the other party liable for your personal injury.
• We arrange an advance payment on the personal injury compensation.
• We handle the discussions with the insurer on your behalf.
• We fully itemize your personal injury in a schedule of damages.
• If necessary, we engage a medical advisor.
• We help you with issues with employers, the municipality, or the UWV.
• We ensure that your personal injury compensation is maximized.

When you choose Arslan & Arslan Advocaten, we help you from A to Z with the settlement of your personal injury claim. This allows you to focus on what really matters: your recovery.

Personal injury claims agency or personal injury attorney: What is the Best Choice?

We are often asked whether, in cases of personal injury, it is better to choose a personal injury claims agency or a personal injury attorney. We are happy to explain the difference:

• Personal injury claims agency: Here you are usually assisted by a personal injury legal specialist. However, anyone can start a personal injury claims agency and call themselves a specialist, which means that quality and experience can vary greatly.

• Personal Injury Lawyer: When you engage a personal injury lawyer, you can be sure that you are assisted by someone with a university education and many years of experience. Moreover, a personal injury lawyer is allowed to litigate in court, which is an important advantage. If a dispute arises with the insurer about the circumstances of the accident or the amount of compensation, you can always continue proceedings with a personal injury lawyer, something a personal injury legal specialist is not allowed to do.

It is important to know that a personal injury lawyer from Arslan & Arslan Advocaten “simply” works for you free of charge. The costs of legal assistance are recovered from the liable party, ensuring that you receive high-quality legal assistance at no cost to you.

What Personal Injury Compensation Can You Receive?

If liability for your personal injury is established, for example after a collision or a workplace accident, then you are entitled to various types of compensation. In addition to material damages, you can also claim pain and suffering compensation, compensation for your pain, suffering, and psychological complaints. The following personal injury loss items qualify for compensation:

• Loss of income due to incapacity for work.
• Pension loss.
• Loss due to study delay.
• Medical expenses (for example, physiotherapy or medication).
• Travel expenses.
• Costs for household help.
• Care and nursing costs.
• Maintenance costs for house and garden.

What are shock damages and bereavement damages?

In addition to the usual personal injury compensation, relatives of victims may also be entitled to shock damages and affection damages. These forms of compensation are intended for people who suffer psychological or emotional distress because of a loved one’s accident.

• Shock damages: This is compensation you can claim if you witnessed a serious accident involving a loved one. There must be recognized psychological conditions, such as PTSD.

• Affection damages: This is a fixed compensation for emotional harm that relatives of victims can receive. The compensation ranges between €12.500 and €20.000, depending on the severity of the situation.

Free Help with Personal Injury in Your Area

Our personal injury lawyers work throughout the Netherlands. With more than 10 appointment locations, we are always nearby. We are also happy to visit you at home to discuss your personal injury case and file your claim. At Arslan & Arslan Advocaten we offer you free legal assistance, with the costs fully recovered from the liable party.

Have you suffered personal injury and want to know what you are entitled to? Then contact our office today for free, no-obligation advice. Call or fill out our contact form. We are happy to assist you!