Holiday Accidents

Many people are injured in Holiday Accidents every year.  If you have been injured abroad through no fault of your own you maybe entitiled to claim Holiday Accident Compensation.  In the past you have only been able to make a claim within the country the accident happened but due to the introduction of The Package Travel Regulation in 1992 a claim can be made in the UK, dispite the injury being sustained overseas.

There are regulations that apply and the injured person must have purchased a package holiday comprising of at least two elements which would normally be the flight and accommodation. 

Examples of holiday accidents include:

Injuries sustained on transport organised as part of a "transfer" for example from airport to the hotel or on a holiday "excursion" or "trip"

Slipping/tripping in hotel premises as a result of substances spilt on the floor or objects left lying around
 
Injuries caused by waiters/waitresses and other members of hotel staff accidentally spilling/ dropping hot food or drink

If you have been injured on holiday choosing a solicitor that specialised in Holiday Accidents is important to ensure you receive your maximum payout.

Obviously compensation claims can be very complicated and it would be unwise to attempt to pursue a claim without professional assistance which should be provided by a solicitor with expertise in this field. Excalibur Solicitors is a specialist personal injury practice dealing with all types of injury claims such as road accidents, accidents at work, accidents in public places, medical negligence. If you have been injured in the last three years and require advice on your potential compensation claim we can provide a free legal assessment of your case if you complete our Application Form. We operate on a "No Win No Fee" basis at no cost to you.

The information in this article is designed to provide general information only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided is accurate, it does not constitute legal or other professional advice.