Accidents on Holiday

Accidents on holiday have happened to almost every person at some point or another. The most common accidents on holiday usually involve transport, slips and trips, food poisoning and leisure activities.

If you are ever involved in an accident that is in no way your fault then you may be able to make a personal injury claim. So, it is important to look into the facts and see if you are eligible for compensation.
Here, we'll take at how claims work when independent and package holidays are involved.

Package Holidays are different from independently arranged holidays. The compensation package varies depending on what kind of holiday you are on. Since the introduction of package holidays and the Travel Trade Act, 1995, it has become much easier to pursue a personal injury claim arising from an accident while on a package holiday abroad.

Consumers can submit a claim in Ireland, rather than in the country where the holiday took place. A package holiday must contain two or more elements of a package such as flights and accommodation.

In addition, it is the organiser of the package holiday (usually the tour operator) who is liable to the consumer for the proper performance of the obligations under the contract, instead of the hotel or local service providers. If tour operators are in breach of their duty of care to ensure that accommodation and other services are safe and hygienic, then holiday makers may be entitled to make a claim for the injuries they have received as a result of that breach of contract.

Independent holidays work in a different way and by organising ones holiday in another country, holiday makers have to make a claim in that country. To establish if you have a claim for compensation on a package or an independently organised holiday you can contact Tim or Vincent Shannon at 29 Main Street, Swords on +3531-8401780 or never hesitate to e-mail vincent@shannons.ie

Injured? Here's some information on how to claim compensation in Ireland.

The Injuries Board

The Injuries Board is an independent body which assesses the level of compensation that people should receive who have suffered personal injuries. The Injuries Board can only deal with cases where there is no dispute on liability. The Injuries Board never hear from claimants as to how their injuries have affected them. They rely solely on medical reports furnished to them. The Injuries Board deal with motor accident and public and employer liability claims.

All personal injury claims (except medical negligence claims) must be lodged with the Injuries Board within two years from the date of the accident. A form is completed by your Solicitor and lodged with the Board together with a medical report and a cheque for €45.00. Once the claim is registered with the Board, the statute of limitations is stopped. The Injuries Board then forward a copy of the application to the respondents and/or their insurance company requesting their consent to the Board making an assessment of damages

What Compensation Should I Expect to Receive?

The Injuries Board has prepared an estimator which is intended to provide injury victims with guidelines in relation to the value of their injury claim. Each case, however, is considered on its own merits which take into account the individual circumstances of each injury victim such as age, occupation, severity of the injury, the impact of the injury and the prognosis for recovery. The Estimator is a visual display of the information contained in the book of quantum prepared by the Injuries Board. This is not to be taken as a definitive guarantee of this level of compensation in each and every case.

In addition, claimants can also claim for out of pocket expenses such as medical expenses, vehicle damage, costs and loss of earnings. In more serious cases there can also be future loss of earnings and medical claims.

For advice in relation to what compensation you should expect to receive please contact Vincent, personal injuries Solicitor, at +353-1-8401780 or e-mail vincent@shannons.ie

Road Traffic Accidents

If you have ever been involved in a road accident, you need to be represented by an experienced personal injury lawyer. All road traffic accidents have distinct features but regardless of whether you were involved in a car accident, bus accident, motorcycle or other vehicle, Vincent and Tim will do all they can to get you the highest possible compensation.

Rules relating to buses and other people carriers are stricter than that of cars. There is a special duty to take care of passengers and Vincent and Tim Shannon can look after your personal injury case whether you were the bus driver, the bus passenger or travelling in another vehicle involved in an accident with a bus or a train.

An insurance company will be responsible for paying compensation to the victim of a car accident. If the accident is the fault of somebody else you are entitled to take a claim for loss and injury suffered which may include healthcare for serious injuries as well as repair of damaged vehicles. Vincent and Tim Shannon will ensure you recover the total compensation you deserve. Injuries such as whiplash, back and spinal injuries can cause long term loss and it is vital for you to instruct experienced lawyers, like Vincent and Tim Shannon.

Even low impact accidents can cause serious injury affecting vital parts of the body such as the back, neck and limbs.

If you were involved in a hit and run or an uninsured driver accident Shannons will deal with the Motor Insurers Bureau of Ireland who compensate victims of road traffic accidents caused by uninsured and unidentified drivers. With the help of Vincent and Tim Shannon you will be able to move on after a difficult time in your life, with a free consultation from our personal injury team to take you through your case.

Vincent Shannon has been cycling in the Dublin area for 30 years and during that time he has seen how talking on a mobile phone, speed and fatigue often cause motorists to collide with cyclists causing serious injury and loss to the cyclist.

Experienced cyclist injury lawyer Vincent Shannon can obtain compensation for you to recover all your losses like medical bills and bike repair.

Cyclists on Irish roads are at a huge disadvantage and there have been some very serious accidents and fatalities. Cyclists have very little chance if involved in an accident with a vehicle.

Vincent or Tim will be able to advise you in relation to problems such as “blind spots”, where a car or truck pulls out from a parked position or cuts across the road in front of a bike or where a motorist opens a car door in front of an on coming cyclist.

Motorcycle accidents present different aspects which require experienced lawyers like Vincent and Tim Shannon. You need a motorcycle accident specialist who is a motorcyclist himself, Vincent has been using his BMW motorcycle in Dublin for many years, and understands exactly how motorcycle accidents occur and where blame lies.

The dangers of motor cycle riding and the serious injuries incurred by motorcyclists are a specialised area of personal injury law and the team behind Vincent and Tim Shannon can provide you with a comprehensive service as you go through this process.

We will make sure your medical and healthcare bills are paid. A free consultation can be arranged for you by contacting Vincent or Tim Shannon on 01-8401780 or e-mail vincent@shannons.ie

Personal Injury Law

In a perfect world, personal injury would be avoided. However, if you find yourself in such a situation where you need legal back up for any injury related situation, keep Tim, Laura and Vincent in mind as they are here to help.

Accidents change lives, affect financial stability and job security and mental as well as physical health. If you have been the victim of an injury that wasn't your fault, then you are more than entitled to compensation.

Beyond that, enlisting the help of Shannons Solicitors could make a positive domino effect on the well-being and safety of others who could potentially be harmed in the future.

Our aim is simple: We want to be there to answer your questions promptly on the phone, in person or via e-mail. We're here to give you legal advice that represents your best interests.

Don't hesitate to get in touch if an injury has affected you or a loved one.