Were you hit by a motor vehicle from another EU country, either in the Netherlands or abroad? Fortunately, all vehicles within the EU are required to be insured, which means you are entitled to compensation. However, recovering your personal injury damages can be more complex than it seems. Where do you file your personal injury claim? And which law applies? In this article, we explain how you can claim personal injury compensation after an accident with a foreign vehicle, both in the Netherlands and abroad.
Collision with a Foreign Vehicle in the Netherlands
If you were hit by a vehicle with a foreign license plate in the Netherlands, you can file your personal injury claim with 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 file your claim in your own language, making the process simpler.
At Arslan Advocaten, we help you free of charge with filing your personal injury claim with the Dutch representative of the foreign insurer. We ensure that you are fully compensated for your material and non-material damages.
Examples of material damage items:
- Loss of income due to incapacity for work.
- Medical costs and physiotherapy expenses.
- Travel costs to the hospital or for treatments.
- Household help or childcare.
- Costs of repair or replacement of damaged property, such as your bicycle.
Additionally, you may also be entitled to pain and suffering compensation. This is compensation for the pain, psychological suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life you experience as a result of the accident. Think of complaints such as whiplash, fractures, or even psychological conditions such as PTSD.
Have you suffered personal injury after an accident with a foreign vehicle in the Netherlands? Our personal injury attorneys are ready to help you recover your damages. Feel free to contact us for free advice.
Hit by a Foreign Vehicle Abroad
Were you hit by a vehicle with a foreign license plate while abroad? Even then, there are options to claim your personal injury damages. In most cases, you can file your claim in the Netherlands with the Dutch representative of the foreign insurer. However, there is an important difference: in this case, the law of the country where the accident occurred usually applies.
This means that the rules for compensation may differ from what you are used to in the Netherlands. In some countries, compensation for pain and suffering or medical costs is more limited. At Arslan Advocaten, 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 an accident in another EU country, the law of that country applies.
- Your rights to compensation may vary by country.
- It is important to act quickly and have your personal injury assessed by an experienced personal injury attorney.
Accident in a Non-EU Country
Were you hit by a vehicle outside the European Union? Unfortunately, we cannot directly assist you in that case. But do not worry, we are happy to refer you to an attorney who specializes in international personal injury outside the EU. Feel free to contact us so we can help you with a referral.
Free Legal Assistance from a Personal Injury Attorney
If you suffer personal injury from an accident with a foreign vehicle, you do not have to face it alone. At Arslan Advocaten, we provide you with free legal assistance in recovering your personal injury damages. We ensure that you receive what you are entitled to, without having to worry about legal costs. Our experienced personal injury attorneys take care of everything for you, from filing the claim to calculating your personal injury compensation.
What you can expect from us:
- Free legal assistance in recovering your personal injury damages.
- Support with both material damages and pain and suffering compensation.
- The complete claims process, including negotiations with insurers.
- Expert guidance for personal injury cases both domestically and abroad.
Do you have 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!