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Austria Car Accident Claims Guide

Have you been the victim of an injury in Austria that was not your fault? Perhaps you were involved in a car crash? Maybe you were injured while walking by the road? Or, were you injured as the result of a motorbike accident? Whatever the scenario may be, you could be entitled to personal injury compensation, and so you should definitely explore the possibility of making a claim for a car accident in Austria.

How do you know if you have grounds for making a personal injury claim? Generally, for most such claims, you simply need to prove the following…

  • The accident occurred within the last three years
  • The incident happened because of someone else’s error or negligence
  • You had to see a medical professional as a result of your injuries

If these three statements apply to your case, it is highly likely that you are entitled to compensation. But, it’s imperative that you take the right steps to ensure you have the greatest chance of getting the full amount you deserve.

Car accident claims Austria

Car accident claims Austria

The first thing you need to do is visit a doctor. As mentioned, visiting a medical professional is imperative if you want to have any chance of getting compensation. When people suffer minor injuries they are often tempted to cope with them alone. However, if you do this, there will be no proof that you have been injured whatsoever.

The second step is to get in touch with Legal Expert. We are one of the UK’s leading law firms. We have an impeccable reputation, having successfully helped thousands of personal injury victims since we were set up. We have a legal helpline available and will happily answer all of your questions. All of our solicitors work on a No Win, No Fee basis, ensuring you benefit from the best quality and the least financial risk. You can reach us on 0800 073 8804. However, first, read on to discover everything you need to know if you have been involved in a road accident in Austria.

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A Guide To Claims For A Car Accident In Austria

In this definitive guide to Austrian car accidents, you will discover everything you could possibly need to be informed about when making a claim for a car accident in Austria. This includes information on the steps you should take following such an accident, advice on locating the best personal injury lawyer, and much more. But first, let’s take a look at the personal injury claims time limit for such cases, which you can see in the table below.

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Circumstances Limit
Package Holidays 3 years
Independent Holidays 3 years

Who To Call In Case Of An Emergency In Austria

It is important to jot down the applicable emergency numbers before you travel abroad. For Austria, the ambulance can be reached on 144, the police on 133, and the fire brigade on 122. You also have the euro-emergency number, which is 112. Mountain rescue is 140 and for a doctor-on-call you will need 141.

Healthcare For Travellers And Tourists In Austria

If you have been involved in a car crash in Austria, you are going to require medical assistance. In the UK, you have access to an EHIC card for free. You can attain this via the UK Government website. This card will grant you access to reduced state healthcare in Austria, and in some cases, free treatment.

What Steps Should You Take If Injured In A Car Accident In Austria

If you have been involved in a traffic accident in Austria, there are some country-specific steps to take. This involves getting an independent motor appraisal for what has happened to your vehicle, as well as contacting the police.

What You Should Do If Injured In A Car Accident In Austria?

If you are looking for quality personal injury advice, you have certainly come to the right page. Here at Legal Expert, it is our mission to make the claim process as easy and stress-free as possible. We appreciate that you are probably feeling stressed and upset as it is, after all you have just been involved in a car accident in Austria and you have your injuries to cope with. This is why we deal with everything in the quickest and smoothest manner. We also provide you with all of the details upfront so there are no secrets. Keeping that in mind, read on to discover some top pieces of injury advice that will give you the best chance of getting the full amount of compensation you deserve.

See a doctor as soon as possible – Don’t make the mistake a lot of people do when they have suffered a minor injury by bypassing a trip to the hospital. You may not want to see a doctor, but if you want to have any chance of getting compensation you need to. Otherwise, how are you going to prove that you suffered any injuries? The medical report your doctor provides is the most critical piece of evidence.

Report the incident – In some cases it is necessary to report the incident and you should do this to ensure that everything runs smoothly. For instance, as you have been involved in road traffic accident you will probably need to inform the police. If you have been involved in a workplace accident you need to tell your employer because they need to report it in their accident book, which is required by law.

Keep proof of expenses – You will be able to go forward with a claim for any expenses that have come out of your pocket directly because of your injuries. These are known as special damages and include the likes of travel costs, loss of income, medical expenses, treatment costs, counselling expenses, the costs for modifying your accommodation and much, much more. However, you will need to have some evidence of these expenses if you are to claim, so make sure you keep receipts and any other relevant documents.

How To Report Your Car Accident In Austria

In Austria, you are required to call the police if you have been involved in a road traffic accident. Aside from this, you will need to call your insurance company and also the car rental company if indeed you had been in a hire vehicle at the time.

Whiplash Injuries In Accidents Abroad

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries people experience when they have been involved in a road traffic accident. Here at Legal Expert, we receive a lot of queries concerning whiplash, and so we are going to answer some of the most common ones in this section.

How do you get whiplash? Whiplash is an injury that occurs when your head jolts backwards and forwards in a violent manner, which is why most people tend to sustain it in when they have been involved in a car crash.

What are the symptoms of whiplash? Symptoms include neck pain, back pain, referred pain the arms, stiffness, nausea and blurred vision.

Do I need to see a doctor if I have sustained whiplash? Yes. Whiplash is an injury that tends to take a while to show itself; sometimes hours and sometimes days. Therefore, it is vital to see a doctor if you have been involved in a road traffic accident that has involved the head jolting back and forward. You certainly don’t want to run the risk of the problem getting worse. Not only this but you will need to see a medical professional if you want to have any chance of making a claim. This is because the medical report that will be provided is the most necessary piece of evidence. Without it, you will struggle to prove that you have been injured in the first place.

What Can You Include In A Car Or Road Accident Claim?

When it comes to making an accident claim, you will receive two types of compensation. The first is special damages. This is the money you are going to receive for the suffering you have experienced. This is determined based on the extent of your injury and the impact it is having on your everyday life. Aside from this, you will also get special damages. This is compensation for any costs you have experienced because of the incident. Read on for some common examples…

Treatment and Medication Expenses

There is of course only one place to begin and this is with medical costs. If you have sustained an injury it is likely you will have had to pay for treatment or at least a prescription. You will be able to claim for this.

Loss of Income

Have you found yourself in a position where you are unable to work during the recovery process? For some people this will not be a problem, as they are covered by sick pay. However, not everyone has this luxury. Plus, those that are self-employed will really feel the effects. Luckily this counts as a special damage.

Cost of Counselling

After such a traumatic event a lot of people find themselves in a position where they need counselling to help them move forward from the incident. If this is the case, then you will be able to claim for the expense of this.

Repair Costs

This is one of the most common special damages claimed for in regards to road traffic accidents specifically. If your vehicle, motorcycle or bike has been damaged because someone else has crashed into it, you will be able to have the cost of repair covered when you come to make an accident claim.

Travel Expenses

Last but not least, the final example of special damages for an accident claim is travel costs. This relates to anything from hospital parking expenses to needing to use alternative transport while you recover.

Car Accident In Austria Compensation Calculator

When it comes to figuring out how much compensation you may receive for a car accident in Austria, it is not advisable to rely on a personal injury claims calculator. These tools do not give you an accurate figure regarding your payout amount. In fact, as all claims are handled on an individual basis, no solicitor can tell you the exact amount you will receive. This is why we have put the table together below, so you can see the typical part for some of the injuries relating to a traffic accident in Austria.

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Injury Payout
Severe back injury £79,890 to £141,150
Severe ankle injury £27,450 to £43,900
Loss of both legs £211,150 to £247,280
Simple Fracture of a Femur £7,990 to £12,350
Minor neck injury, recovery in 3 months Up to £2,150
Severe neck injury In the region of £130,060
Minor Brain or Head Injury £1,940 to £11,200

If you cannot find the injury you have sustained in the table above, you can still claim, of course. Do not hesitate to give us a call to find out more. We can also help you to claim if someone you love has been involved in a fatal car crash in Austria.

No Win No Fee Claims For Car Accidents In Austria

One of the main features and benefits of our service is our No Win, No Fee payment structure. This means you are only going to pay legal fees if your case is successful. If we do not secure compensation for you, you do not have to pay anything. This ensures you are never going to be out of pocket by making a claim for compensation. It also guarantees a better service too because you know your solicitor will be impacted by your case.

Why Trust Legal Expert To Handle Your Claim?

We are one of the UK’s leading firms of our kind. We have many years of experience. One of the main reasons so many people choose Legal Expert is because we offer a No Win, No Fee service. All of our solicitors work on this basis. This presents many benefits to all of our clients. It means that you do not need any money to begin your claim. Moreover, the financial risk that is typically associated with losing your case is eliminated. And, this all comes together to guarantee that you benefit from a better level of service.

The only thing you need to do to begin the claim process is given Legal Expert a call. We have a legal helpline available for you to use. Give this a ring and you will speak to one of our experienced and friendly advisers that will assist you in any way they can. They will answer all of your questions and match you to the right no win no fee solicitor for you. You can rest assured that we will only take on your case if you have a good chance of getting compensation. We won’t waste your time here.

We also have the capacity to handle cases that have occurred anywhere in Austria. This includes the ten largest cities, which are listed below:

  1. Vienna
  2. Graz
  3. Linz
  4. Salzburg
  5. Innsbruck
  6. Klagenfurt
  7. Villach
  8. Wels
  9. Sankt Polten
  10. Dornbirn

Speak To Us Today

If you need personal injury advice or you are ready to make a claim with an experienced personal injury solicitor, all you need to do is give us a ring on 0800 073 8804. This is our personal injury claim line, which is open seven days a week, so you can call whenever is convenient for you. You will also see that there are other ways to get in touch on our website too. This includes via email and you can use our live chat feature. Or, if you would prefer, enter your details on our website and we will call you back.

Advice And Guides For British Tourists In Austria

You can find information on the British Embassy in Vienna below:

Embassy Website

Jauresgasse 12
1030 Vienna
Austria

+43 (1) 716130

Accident Claims within Austria – You may also find this guide useful, which is our Austria holiday accident claims guide.

Package Holiday Claims – Here, you’ll find more information about accidents that happen on holiday in general.

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