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Q: Can I claim compensation for loss of enjoyment of my holiday?

If you are injured on holiday due to someone else’s actions or negligence, and the injury ruins the rest of your time away or causes you a loss of finance, you may be able to claim compensation for these, with the help of expert holiday claims solicitors. The amount of damages you are owed will vary, as it is based on the estimated value of your holiday. This takes into account various factors, including the severity of the injury you sustained and the impact this had on your enjoyment of the holiday, as well as the overall cost of the holiday and the level of experience you should have expected to enjoy. If the holiday was to mark a special occasion, such as a honeymoon or a wedding anniversary, this will be taken into account when the compensation is assessed.Compensation for loss of enjoyment of a holiday will not be awarded in every case, so you should speak to experienced holiday compensation solicitors about the specifics of the incident you experienced for advice on what you should expect in terms of damages.

Question 1

What should I do if I have an accident on holiday?

Accepted Answer

Suffering an accident while abroad can be a stressful time due to being in an unfamiliar location, language barriers and dealing with different laws and healthcare systems. Fortunately, our expert holiday claims solicitors are well versed in dealing with international law and can provide you with advice on claiming accident compensation abroad. 
If you suffer an accident, the first thing you should do is seek medical help. Being concerned about paying expensive medical bills abroad is a worry shared among many holiday-goers, but you should prioritise your health. Seek advice from your travel insurers immediately.  Many large hotels have an onsite Doctor that can be called. Once you are safe, you should speak to our team about what to do next. 

Claiming compensation is an important step to take as it will help you to cover any medical bills you have had to pay and can provide you with support on your return to the UK.

Question 2

Is there any evidence that might help my claim?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to making a claim for an injury on holiday, it is important to retain as much documentation as possible. This is because it will help your holiday accidents solicitors to prove the circumstances of your accidents abroad and the effects they may have had on you. When recording evidence for a holiday accident compensation claim, you should include:Clear details about your resortAll booking records, including terms and conditionsAny photographs of the area where your accident happenedInformation about any assistance provided by the hotel and tour operator, including written reportsAny witness contact detailsDoctor/medical reports provided by any doctor or medical facility you may have visited abroad

Question 3

Why should I make a claim for a holiday accident?

Accepted Answer

Making an accidents abroad compensation claim can help to reimburse you for any expenses you have incurred as a result. These include medical expenses while on holiday and time taken off work on your return. You can also be compensated for missing out on any activities you would have undertaken if you had avoided injury.

Question 4

How long does an accident claim take to pay out?

Accepted Answer

Personal injury claims can take varying timeframes to resolve, depending on factors such as the severity and nature of your injury, the amount of compensation at stake and the complexity of the case. For holiday claims, this can take even longer as we will need to navigate the relevant international laws.Your case could take anywhere from six months to over three years to resolve. To get a stronger idea of how long it is likely to be before you receive your compensation, talk to one of our specialist solicitors today.

Question 5

Can I claim compensation for loss of enjoyment of my holiday?

Accepted Answer

If you are injured on holiday due to someone else&rsquo;s actions or negligence, and the injury ruins the rest of your time away or causes you a loss of finance, you may be able to claim compensation for these, with the help of expert holiday claims solicitors. The amount of damages you are owed will vary, as it is based on the estimated value of your holiday. This takes into account various factors, including the severity of the injury you sustained and the impact this had on your enjoyment of the holiday, as well as the overall cost of the holiday and the level of experience you should have expected to enjoy. If the holiday was to mark a special occasion, such as a honeymoon or a wedding anniversary, this will be taken into account when the compensation is assessed.Compensation for loss of enjoyment of a holiday will not be awarded in every case, so you should speak to experienced holiday compensation solicitors about the specifics of the incident you experienced for advice on what you should expect in terms of damages.

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