Have you, as a self-employed entrepreneur or freelancer, been involved in an accident and suffered personal injury as a result? This has a direct impact on your business operations, revenue, and profit. It is crucial to take the right steps to recover your losses so that your business is not put at risk. At Arslan & Arslan Advocaten our experienced personal injury lawyers are ready to support you and ensure full compensation for the damages you suffer.

What does personal injury mean for self-employed entrepreneurs?

As a self-employed entrepreneur, an accident can leave you temporarily or even completely unable to work. This has direct consequences for your business. Your revenue drops, you miss assignments, and you may need to bring in extra staff to keep your business running. All of this comes at the expense of your profit and thus your income. In addition, the continuity and future of your business can come under pressure, especially if you are unable to work for a prolonged period.

At Arslan & Arslan Advocaten we understand how important it is to act quickly and effectively in personal injury cases. We help you calculate and recover all heads of damage so that you can focus on your recovery and the continuity of your business remains safeguarded.

Income loss for self-employed entrepreneurs

The most significant head of damage for you as an entrepreneur is often loss of income. Even if you have disability insurance, in practice it often has a waiting period or covers only part of your loss of income. This means that, even with insurance, you still suffer losses.

How do we calculate income loss?

Calculating income loss for self-employed entrepreneurs is often complex and requires accurate calculations. We look at your company’s annual figures from before and after the accident. If the net profit after the accident is lower than before, the difference is considered your personal injury damages.

An example: Suppose your company generates annual revenue of € 200.000, and your profit fluctuates between € 130.000 and € 140.000. After the accident, you are partially incapacitated for work and need to hire additional staff. Revenue remains the same, but your net profit drops to € 100.000. In this case, the personal injury damages are the difference between the average profit from before the accident and the profit afterward, in this case € 35.000.

Other types of damages for self-employed entrepreneurs

In addition to income loss, you may also suffer other forms of material damages as a result of the accident. These may include, for example:

• Costs for household help: If, due to your injury, you can no longer perform your household tasks.
• Medical costs: Costs not fully covered by your health insurance, such as deductible, physiotherapy, or medication.
• Travel costs: For example, for hospital visits or medical treatments.
• Pain and suffering: Compensation for the suffering, pain, and the emotional impact the accident has had on your life.

Why choose Arslan & Arslan Advocaten?

At Arslan & Arslan Advocaten you have the assurance that your case will be handled by experienced personal injury lawyers who specialize in recovering damages for self-employed entrepreneurs. We understand that every business is unique and that every personal injury case requires a tailored approach. That’s why we offer you personal and expert guidance from start to finish.

What can you expect from us:

• A full calculation of your loss of income and other damages.
• A tailored plan to safeguard the continuity of your business.
• Free legal assistance: We recover our costs from the liable party, so it is completely free for you.
• A dedicated contact person who is there for you throughout the entire process.

Contact us for a no-obligation consultation

Are you self-employed and have you suffered personal injury due to an accident? Then contact one of our specialized personal injury lawyers. We are ready to advise you free of charge on your options and ensure that your damages are recovered as quickly as possible.

You can call us or contact us via the contact form. We are happy to visit you at home or welcome you to our office for a no-obligation meeting. At Arslan & Arslan Advocaten we are happy to assist you!