After a traffic accident, industrial accident or other accident, many victims wonder the same thing: Am I entitled to compensation? The answer depends on the circumstances of the accident, the liability and the damage you have suffered.
In this article we explain when you are entitled to compensation, which damage items are eligible and how you can avoid missing out on money.
When are you entitled to compensation? compensation?
In most cases you are entitled to compensation if:
You have been injured in an accident
Someone else is (partly) responsible for that accident
You suffer damage as a result (loss of income, medical costs, household help, etc.)
It is important that the other party is held liable. This is often handled through his insurer. As soon as liability has been acknowledged, we can claim the full claim compensation on your behalf.
Burden of proof in the event of personal injury
In the Netherlands: proves. This means that you must prove that your complaints and damage were caused by the accident. This can include: medical reports, statements from witnesses, photos of the accident situation, and financial documents (pay slips, receipts, invoices). In some situations, the burden of proof is reversed and the other party must demonstrate that your complaints would have arisen without an accident. This regularly occurs, for example, in the case of medical or traffic accidents.
Which damage is reimbursed?
You are entitled to compensation for both material damage and immaterial damage (punishment).
Examples of material damage:
loss of income due to disability
medical costs outside the health insurance
travel expenses for hospital visits
domestic help and informal care
childcare and study assistance
Intangible damage (punishment):
This is compensation for pain, grief and loss of enjoyment of life. The amount depends on the severity and duration of your injury.
Practical examples
Traffic accident: A client suffered neck and back problems in a rear-end collision. The insurer only wanted to reimburse the physio costs. Thanks to our intervention, he also received compensation for loss of income, damages and household help.
Occupational accident: An employee fell from a ladder during working hours. His legal expenses insurer wanted to settle the case quickly. When we took over the file, the damage turned out to be much higher. Ultimately, he received full compensation, including future loss of income.
Our unique approach: lawyers and NIVRE experts
At Arslan Advocaten you benefit from something unique in the Netherlands: we combine the legal expertise of personal injury specialists lawyers with the practical knowledge of NIVRE registered experts.
Our lawyers negotiate with insurers and assist you in procedures.
Our NIVRE experts know exactly how claims are calculated and which strategy works best for settlement.
Together they ensure that you are not only legally strong, but also get the maximum financial benefit from your claim for damages.
Checklist: this is how you know whether you are entitled to compensation
✅ Have you been injured in an accident?
✅ Is someone else (partly) responsible?
✅ Have you incurred costs or loss of income as a result?
✅ Can you prove this with evidence (medical, financial, witnesses)?
Can you answer 'yes' to all these questions? Then you are probably entitled to compensation.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
1. Do I have to pay for legal assistance with personal injury?
No. The other party's insurer must pay the costs of your lawyer and NIVRE expert. So you keep 100% of your compensation.
2. How quickly will I receive money after an accident?
Once liability has been acknowledged, we can usually arrange an advance payment within a few weeks.
3. What if my current lawyer or legal expenses insurer does not do enough?
You can always switch. We regularly take over files and ensure that clients still receive higher compensation.
4. How long does it take to claim personal injury?
Smaller cases are sometimes completed within a few months. In the case of permanent injuries or complex situations, it may take longer.
Conclusion
Have you suffered personal injury? Then you are often entitled to compensation. But practice shows that without proper help, victims often receive too little or miss important damages.
At Arslan Advocaten we take care of everything for you. Thanks to the collaboration between our lawyers and NIVRE register experts, we know exactly how to approach insurers and what damage you can be reimbursed for.
👉 Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation. We arrange the process so that you can focus on what is really important: your recovery.