Every year, countless people are hurt in taxi accidents, facing not just physical injuries but also emotional and financial challenges. If you’ve been injured as a passenger and are considering a taxi accident claim, our panel of solicitors is ready to help. They recognise how overwhelming the aftermath can feel and are here to guide you through every step of the claims process.
Our experienced panel is dedicated to helping injured taxi passengers seek the compensation they deserve. They will work to make the process as straightforward as possible, offering clear advice and support from start to finish.
Keep reading to find out more about your options, or call the number above for immediate assistance. If you prefer, you can complete our contact us form to receive a call back at a time that suits you.
Can Injured Taxi Passengers Claim Compensation?
You could claim compensation if you’ve been injured as a passenger in a taxi accident caused by the negligent actions of a road user. Under the Road Traffic Act 1988, taxi drivers and other road users have a legal responsibility to travel in a safe manner and avoid causing harm. If your taxi driver or another motorist failed to drive safely and caused the accident that injured you, you may have grounds to claim compensation.
Injuries resulting from taxi accidents vary and may include whiplash, fractures, or psychological trauma, and you may be able to claim for both physical and mental harm.
If you suffered whiplash while travelling in a taxi, your compensation may be assessed under the fixed tariff introduced by the Whiplash Reform Programme. This applies to qualifying injuries sustained by eligible adult passengers in England and Wales, while other injuries may be valued separately if the tariff does not apply to them.
Our panel of solicitors will help you gather vital evidence such as driver details, witness statements, and photographs of the scene or injuries. You’ll receive step-by-step legal guidance on establishing negligence and valuing your claim. Support will include handling correspondence, identifying independent medical experts where appropriate, and negotiating compensation for you.
Wondering if your circumstances qualify you for a taxi accident claim? Reach out now and discover how one of the solicitors on our panel could help you start your compensation journey.
Common Causes of Taxi Accident Claims
Understanding why taxi accidents happen can help you know when you could be entitled to make a taxi accident claim. Our panel will guide you through every scenario, ensuring your case is presented with strong evidence and a clear legal strategy.
Taxi Driver Negligence
Taxi driver negligence leads to many compensation claims. Examples include:
- Speeding or reckless driving.
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Using a mobile phone while driving.
If you’ve been injured because of these failings, our panel of specialist solicitors could gather vital evidence like witness statements, dashcam footage, and police reports. You’ll receive advice on strengthening your claim and hands-on support throughout the process.
Third-Party Driver Negligence
Negligent third-party drivers often cause taxi accidents. These situations may involve:
- Other motorists running red lights or failing to give way.
- Collisions where another vehicle strikes your taxi.
- Accidents caused by uninsured drivers.
Our panel of solicitors will secure CCTV or witness accounts (if their contact information is available) and build a well-supported claim. You’ll have expert negotiators working to secure compensation for your injuries and losses.
Poor Road Conditions
Taxi accidents sometimes result from poor road maintenance, such as:
- Potholes and cracks.
- Faulty traffic signals or inadequate road signage.
- Debris left on the road by contractors.
Your solicitor can investigate whether the highway authority, a contractor or another responsible party failed to take appropriate steps. This may involve examining road maintenance records, previous reports of the hazard and evidence of how long the dangerous condition had been present.
Would you like to discuss whether any of these common causes apply to your taxi accident claim? Reach out to our advisory team for tailored guidance and take your first steps with confidence.
What To Do Following a Taxi Accident
As a passenger, your priority sits with your personal safety and prompt medical attention. After this, gather key information and evidence to support your future compensation claim.
Follow these steps at the scene or soon after:
- Note down registration numbers for all vehicles involved, plus the taxi driver’s licence and badge details.
- Collect names and contact information for everyone involved in the incident.
- Ask for contact details from any witnesses present.
- Take clear photographs of the accident scene and vehicle damage if it is safe to do so.
- Make a note of any police incident reference number and ask how you can obtain a copy of the relevant records if needed.
- Keep all medical records and receipts relating to any treatment or transport.
These actions establish a strong foundation for your claim and protect your legal position, especially as passengers are rarely held liable for fault.
If you’d like an advisor to check whether you have a valid taxi accident compensation claim, please reach out today.
How Our Panel Of Solicitors Can Help With Taxi Accident Claims
When you’re making a taxi accident claim, our panel of specialist solicitors will protect your interests at each stage. From your initial enquiry, you’ll receive a free consultation specific to your circumstances, helping you understand when compensation may be available. If evidence shows the taxi driver, another motorist, or even poor road conditions contributed to your injury, you’ll be guided on how to proceed.
You’ll benefit from support with:
- Identifying eligible compensation claims: Your solicitor will advise you on how a taxi operator or another road user may be liable for your injury.
- Gathering and reviewing evidence: Police reports, witness statements, CCTV footage, and medical records will be collected and assessed by your solicitor.
- Managing communication: Your solicitor will handle all correspondence with the representatives of the taxi operator and other parties.
- Arranging independent medical assessments: You’ll get prompt access to medical experts who can provide reports on injuries.
- Negotiating compensation: Your solicitor will carefully value your financial losses, care needs, and recovery costs.
To find out how one of the specialist solicitors from our panel could help you to make a claim, why not call one of our advisors today?
Time Limits For Making A Claim
Understanding the strict time limits for a taxi accident claim protects your right to compensation. In most cases, you can start a claim within three years of the taxi accident, as set out by the Limitation Act 1980.
Some key exceptions apply:
- Children: The time limit is paused for claimants under 18. Instead, the three-year window starts on their 18th birthday and ends at 21. Parents or another suitable adult can claim for them as a litigation friend at any point before the time limit takes effect.
- Mental capacity: If a claimant lacks the mental capacity to claim, the three-year limit is suspended until capacity returns, if it ever does. A litigation friend can represent them during the time limit pause.
- Fatal accidents: If a taxi accident results in a death, eligible dependants generally have three years from the date of death or their relevant date of knowledge, whichever is later, to start a claim. The date of knowledge is when you first knew, or could reasonably have been expected to know, that the death was connected to an injury caused by another person’s actions.
Our advisors are happy to check how long you have to start your claim as part of a free initial consultation. Therefore, why not give them a call today?
What Evidence Should I Collect?
With solid proof, you can clearly show the sequence of events leading to the collision, who might be at fault, and how you’ve suffered. Our panel of expert solicitors will provide step-by-step support in gathering and organising the necessary documentation to meet legal requirements.
Key types of evidence for a taxi accident claim include:
- Taxi and driver details: Secure the taxi’s registration plate, licence number, and the driver’s contact and insurance information.
- Accident scene photographs: Take clear images of vehicle positions, damage, and road conditions, if safe to do so.
- Police reports: Record the incident reference number if police attended or the taxi accident was reported.
- Medical records: Seek immediate medical assessment and keep records to document your injuries and recovery.
- Witness contact details: Collect this information from anyone who may have seen the taxi accident.
- CCTV or dashcam recordings: Request footage from your taxi or nearby businesses to support your account of the incident.
- Financial records: Gather payslips, bank statements, and receipts to demonstrate lost earnings or expenses due to your injuries.
Your solicitor will assist you in identifying evidence gaps, requesting key reports, and managing communication throughout the claim. For tailored advice on what documents to gather after a taxi accident, contact our advisors today.
How Our No Win No Fee Service Works
A No Win No Fee agreement allows you to initiate a taxi accident claim without upfront or ongoing service fees for the work of a solicitor. These fees are also not charged if the claim proves unsuccessful. You pay a pre-agreed percentage if your claim is successful, which the solicitor receives as their success fee.
Ready to start your taxi accident claim on a No Win No Fee basis? Contact our advisory team today for a no-obligation discussion about your case.
To Make A Taxi Accident Compensation Claim, Please Call Today
If you’ve been injured as a passenger in a taxi accident, you don’t have to face the claims process alone. Specialist solicitors from our panel are ready to help you pursue the compensation you deserve, offering expert advice and support every step of the way.
You can call the number above if you’d like to start a taxi accident claim today or to ask any questions. You can also use our contact us page if you’d rather an advisor called you back at a convenient time.
It’s quick and easy to find out if you’re eligible to claim. Take the first step towards achieving peace of mind by contacting an advisor today for your free, no-obligation consultation.