Children’s Accident Claims

Can Children Claim For Compensation?

Personal injury claims involving children are slightly different to those involving adults. This is because in Northern Ireland, anyone under the age of 18 is considered a minor. A minor cannot bring legal action on their own.

Therefore, an adult is appointed to deal with the personal injury claim on the child’s behalf. This person is usually a parent (or someone with parental responsibility) and is known as a next friend.

Otherwise, the personal injury claim process is much the same, until the point where a settlement is reached. When both sides agree on a sum of compensation, it must be approved by a judge, before anything is finalised.

This means that your child, their next friend and their legal representatives must attend court. A judge will assess whether the settlement is reasonable. When the settlement is approved it is held in a court-approved bank account.

A child cannot access their money until the age of 18. Even so, it is possible to request that funds are released to cover expenses, such as medical costs. The child’s next friend can make this application on their behalf.

Children’s Accident Claims Time Limits

Most personal injury claims must be made within three years of the accident or the date of knowledge. But when a child is injured, this time limit does not start until their 18th birthday. So, no matter how old your child is, he/she has until their 21st birthday to bring a claim.

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Children’s Accident Claims Solicitors

We are specialist Children’s Accident Claim Solicitors in Northern Ireland. You can be assured that you are getting the best advice and assistance available after a car accident.

Call us now on 028 9002 5511 or use our Free Enquiry Form.

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Has Your Child Been Injured In An Accident?

At McGee Solicitors we are expert Children’s Accident Solicitors and we can help you today.

It is always upsetting when a child is injured in an accident. Accidents can cause injuries that are very painful and also cause anxiety and stress. This can have a serious impact on your child’s life.

Call us now on 028 9002 5511 or use our Free Enquiry Form.

If a child is involved in an accident they have the right to make a claim for compensation for the injuries they have sustained.

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Should I Accept A Settlement Offer From An Insurance Company?

Children's Accident Claims Sometimes insurance companies offer an injured adult compensation to cover their injuries, and also those of their children.

DO NOT ACCEPT ANY COMPENSATION OFFER FROM AN INSURANCE COMPANY WITHOUT SPEAKING TO US FIRST!

It could result in your child being under-compensated. Furthermore, your child’s settlement will not be protected for their future.

Insurance companies often make offers to try to settle claims without medical reports and legal advice and this can be against your best interests! Talk to us first.

See our article regarding insurer’s offering a quick settlement. Click here>>

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Our experts can help obtain compensation for the injuries and suffering sustained. We can arrange a medical assessment of your child’s injuries. We offer a Free Consultation and all Legal Costs / Fees are paid by the Insurance Company on the successful conclusion of the claim.

This means that making a successful Personal Injury Claim will cost nothing. We ensure that your child will keep 100% of the compensation.

We are Friendly & Approachable Solicitors in Derry specialising in Personal Injury Claims and our service is exceptional. Call us now on 028 9002 5511 or use our Free Enquiry Form.

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Why Choose Us?

Your child’s injuries could affect them for a long time to come, potentially requiring ongoing rehabilitation and treatment. It could even impact their adult life, preventing certain career choices. We have handled numerous claims involving children and can provide you with a free consultation and expert advice.

We will provide a consultation with a specialist Personal Injury Solicitors to assess your case free of charge.

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To make a free no obligation enquiry, please call us now on 028 9002 5511, email us on info@mcgeesolicitors.co.uk or Make An Online Enquiry.

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“I am not only satisfied but amazed at such a fantastic service. After recently being in a minor car accident I contacted the firm for legal advice. They immediately assisted me through the procedure and I was kept up to date consistently and within 4 months my case was completely dealt with. Fantastic solicitors.”

“Michael is my Solicitor and has represented me in Court a lot! He is really good and always does his best.”

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