What if I was injured in a work accident at a previous job?
Your rights to compensation don’t change if you’re no longer in the same job. This is true even if you chose to leave the job yourself. So long as the accident occurred within the past three years, and you can show it was caused by someone else’s negligence, you can still legally make a claim.
It might be, for example, that the long-term impact of your injury is now hampering your career and stopping you from continuing your profession elsewhere. In this case, you would be well within your rights to pursue compensation.
One more important point. If the company you worked for has gone out of business, be aware that this doesn’t stop you from being able to make a claim. No matter what the scenario, we’ll help you understand your options.
Can I claim compensation for a car accident if I’m unemployed?
Absolutely. If the accident was someone else’s fault, and you can show that your injury has stopped you from finding employment, you have just as much right to car accident compensation as anyone else. This applies whether you were involved as a driver, a passenger, a cyclist or even a passer-by.
On a related note, it could be that an injury sustained in a car accident has led directly to you having to leave your job. Should this be the case, we’d urge you to get in touch so we can offer you the advice you need.
Can I still make a claim if I’m receiving unemployment benefits?
Yes. You’re entitled to make a claim regardless of whether you’re receiving Jobseeker’s Allowance or other state benefits. But depending on how much compensation you’re entitled to, and your own personal circumstances, a successful claim can sometimes have an impact on the benefits you receive.
Many personal injury compensation settlements are relatively modest – £3,000 or under – but if the impact of your injury is severe, it could well be that an expert solicitor has secured you a significantly larger sum. If this pushes you over the income bracket for receiving benefits, the knock-on effect might see these benefits cut.
However, there are various ways of ensuring you’re not left in an unfair position – a personal injury trust, for example, can be a good way of keeping your money safe – and here at Direct2Compensation we’ll always help you understand the best solution for your own situation.
What sort of evidence do I need to back up a personal injury claim?
This very much depends on the injury at the centre of the claim, but speaking very generally, the more evidence you can provide, the better. As well as specific information about where and when the accident took place, it can be very helpful to have photos of the scene, contact details for any witnesses and records of any medical treatment. Depending on your case, full information on your career history is also likely to be handy.
Of course, it’s not always possible to gather detailed information in the aftermath of an accident, particularly if you’ve been badly injured. If you have a valid case but you’re struggling to obtain the relevant evidence, don’t panic – we’ll always do what we can to advise you on the best course of action.
How much compensation will I get from a personal injury claim if I’m unemployed?
Every case we deal with is slightly different, so it’s impossible to say until we’ve looked at the circumstances around the accident and the injury, and how these things have impacted your ability to live and work normally.
But to help you feel assured, we have many years of experience of dealing with personal injury claims, and our teams of advisors and solicitors know exactly how to maximise fair compensation for genuine claimants.
Can I claim for medical negligence if I’m unemployed?
This is a slightly separate issue – but an important one. In short, your rights around medical negligence are unaffected by your employment status. Medical negligence, or clinical negligence, is the term used when a healthcare professional breaches their duty of care: for example, through making a serious misdiagnosis.
If you find yourself unable to find work – or having to leave your job – due to medical negligence, we can help you to evaluate whether you’re in a position to make a claim.
Let us help
Looking to make a personal injury claim? You’re in safe hands with Direct2Compensation. Our claims process is transparent and effective, and you’ll have the peace of mind that comes with our no-win, no-fee approach.
To find out more, or to start your claim today, call us on 01225 430285. If you prefer, . After just a few minutes on the phone, we’ll have enough information to allow our solicitors to get your claim started.
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