Making a Lorry or HGV Accident Claim

Being involved in an accident with a lorry or heavy goods vehicle (HGV) can often be the worst type of road accident possible due to the size of these vehicles. If you have been involved in a road accident with a lorry or HGV then you may be able to claim compensation.

Whether you were a passenger, in a different vehicle or you were the lorry driver, you may be able to claim compensation as long as the lorry accident was not your fault.

You can call us on 0800 808 9740 or contact us online where we will assess your right to claim.

Lorry or HGV Accident Causes

No road traffic accident is the same and therefore each case will be assessed uniquely to work out the amount of compensation that is owed. However, there are some common scenarios in which accidents can occur such as:

• Using a vehicle which has not passed its most recent MOT or has not had an MOT

• Driving while fatigued, which causes a loss in concentration and can result in falling asleep at the wheel

• Using a mobile phone

• An accident where the lorry turns on its side perhaps due to badly packed goods

• Going under a bridge that is far too low for the lorry or the HGV vehicle

• Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol while behind the wheel

• Tailgating

• Failure to pay proper attention to the road, especially important when performing manoeuvres such as turning

Training required to operate a Lorry or HGV

Lorry and HGV drivers such have a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence, as this is a requirement for operating a vehicle. Some vehicles might also require the extra step of having a specific operator’s licence for that vehicle. If the operator of the lorry or HGV that was involved in your accident did not have the correct qualifications needed to operate this vehicle, then the consequences for them could be worse.

How Much For a Lorry Accident Claim?

To get compensation you must be able to prove that the driver of the lorry or HGV was at fault through their negligent behaviour. Even if you believe that you were perhaps partly at fault you may still be able to get some form of compensation as long as the responsibility is shared. If you are the driver of the lorry or HGV but you believe that you weren’t at fault, you could still be able to make a lorry accident claim.

First Personal Injury is on hand to help assess and build your case. The extent of your injuries, their impact upon your life as well as the specifics of who was at fault will be determined while building a case. This will form the assessment of how much compensation you are owed.

Making Personal Injury Claims

If you have suffered a personal injury, you may be entitled to receive compensation. First Personal Injury solicitors are available to assist you and help win any compensation that you deserve.

First Personal Injury works with families and individuals across England and Wales, leading them on their legal journey and helping them claim compensation after an accident or injury. Contact our specialist team to begin the process, either by phone on 0800 808 9740 or through our online form.