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Taxi Accident Compensation Claims in Scotland
If you have been injured in a taxi crash that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to make a taxi accident claim under Scots law. If you were a passenger, taxi driver, pedestrian, cyclist or other road user, our specialist taxi accident lawyers can help you make a taxi accident compensation claim for your injuries, financial losses and rehabilitation.
Our specialists deal with many taxi accident injury claims across Scotland, on a No Win No Fee basis. Our experienced personal injury solicitor team handles all types of road traffic accident claims and will guide you through the claims process to help you recover the compensation you deserve.
Can I Make a Taxi Accident Claim Under Scots Law?
Generally, you can make a taxi accident claim where another person or company caused the collision. This includes negligent taxi drivers, other road users, taxi operators or insurers.
Our solicitors can assist you with a:
- Taxi passenger accident claim
- Taxi driver accident claim
- Cab accident claim
- Taxi chauffeur accident claim
Our team is more than happy to review your case and discuss your legal options with you. Whether your injuries resulted from a taxi collision or another car accident, we can advise whether you have a valid claim.
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Who Can Claim for a Taxi Collision in Scotland?
Injured Taxi and Private Hire Passengers
Passengers injured while travelling in a taxi or private hire vehicle can claim taxi accident compensation for pain, lost earnings, medical expenses and other losses. Claims are often made for a neck or whiplash injury as a taxi passenger but there may be scope for compensation for fractures, head injuries and psychological trauma too. If you suffered a neck or whiplash injury sustained as a taxi passenger, our solicitors can help you pursue a taxi injury compensation claim. We also assist clients who have already made a bus or public transport passenger accident claim but were hurt in a taxi.
Taxi & Private Hire Drivers Injured at Work
If you were driving a licensed taxi or private hire vehicle and the crash was caused by another road user, you may have a valid taxi driver accident claim. Self-employed and employed drivers may be able to claim compensation for loss of income if they are unable to work as a result of a taxi injury. Our team can also advise on taxi injury compensation and any additional financial losses arising from your accident.
Pedestrians, Cyclists, and Other Motorists
Taxi crashes often involve other vehicles and vulnerable road users . If you are injured by a taxi driver, our road accident solicitors for taxi passengers and other injured road users can help you claim compensation no matter how you were travelling.
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£3+ Million in settlements
That’s how much our expert personal injury team has achieved for our clients.
That’s why we’re Scotland’s leading personal injury firm.
Does It Matter What Type of Taxi Was Involved?
Public Hackney Carriages and Council-Licensed Taxis
Claims can be made after accidents involving Hackney Carriages and council-licensed taxis operating anywhere in Scotland. The liability is not determined by the type of licence, but the circumstances of the collision.
Private Hire Vehicles (PHVs), Uber, and Ride-Hailing Apps
We also deal with incidents involving chauffeur services, private hire vehicles, Uber and other taxi-hailing platforms. Whether you are making a taxi chauffeur accident claim or a regular taxi accident compensation claim, we can find the exact insurer to make your claim against.
Uninsured Taxis, Unlicensed Cabs, and Hit-and-Run Incidents
If the taxi had no insurance, was not licensed or fled the scene, you can still get compensation. We have experience in making a claim against an uninsured taxi driver and in pursuing a hit and run accident claim in Scotland through the appropriate compensation schemes.
Crucial Evidence to Gather After a Taxi Accident in Scotland
Good evidence increases the likelihood of a successful taxi accident claim. If possible, collect the following:
- Taxi registration and licensing information.
- Contact information for driver and witnesses.
- Photos of the scene of the accident and damage to the vehicle.
- CCTV or dashcam video.
- A police report or police incident reference number.
- Receipts of expenses and medical records.
Early legal advice is also useful for taxi accident management, ensuring important evidence is protected from the offset. If you were involved in an accident, obtaining evidence as soon as possible can significantly strengthen your claim.
The Strict Time Limit for Claiming: The Triennium
Most personal injury claims under Scots law must be raised within three years of the accident – the Triennium. This means court proceedings generally must begin within three years from the date of the accident. You need to act fast to make sure you get the right legal advice, and to ensure you do not miss the deadline to claim taxi accident compensation.
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How Your Taxi Accident Settlement is Calculated Under Scots Law
The value of your taxi accident compensation claim will depend on the severity of your injuries and your financial losses. Compensation could include:
- Loss of amenity, suffering and pain.
- Loss of earnings and future loss of income.
- Medical treatment and rehabilitation.
- Help & care.
- Travel and other out-of-pocket costs.
Many clients ask about the average settlement for a taxi cab accident but every case is assessed on an individual basis. The medical evidence and the impact the injuries have had on your life, are factors in the case. The amount of compensation awarded will depend on the circumstances of your claim and the evidence available.
Funding Your Claim: Speculative Fee Agreements Explained
Most of our clients claim their compensation for a taxi accident under a Speculative Fee Agreement, or No Win, No Fee basis. This means that you can usually make a taxi accident compensation claim without paying any legal fees upfront, minimising the financial risk of making a claim. Our solicitors will explain every stage of the claims process before you start your claim.
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Why Trust Our Specialist Scottish Road Traffic Lawyers?
Our experienced Scottish solicitors have extensive knowledge in road traffic accident litigation and provide clear, practical legal advice throughout. Visit our About Us page to learn more about our firm, meet Our Claims Team, read recent Case Studies, or Contact Us for a free assessment of your claim. We work directly with the driver’s insurer or other relevant insurers to pursue the compensation you deserve while keeping you updated throughout your case.
Frequently Asked Questions About Taxi Collisions
Do I have to go to court in Scotland?
Most taxi accident injury claims are settled through negotiation and never see the inside of a courtroom. If the matter goes to court, your solicitor will represent you from start to finish.
Will my claim affect the taxi driver's livelihood?
In most cases a successful taxi accident claim is made against the driver’s insurer or operator’s insurer and not with the individual personally. The driver should not be automatically prevented from continuing to work by your claim.
Can I claim if I wasn't wearing a seatbelt?
Yes. If you were not wearing a seatbelt but this didn’t affect your injuries then you may still be able to make a taxi accident claim but your compensation may be reduced.
How long does a taxi claim take to settle?
The length of a cab accident claim depends on the liability issue, medical recovery and whether the insurance company contests the claim. Some simple cases may be resolved in a few months, but more complicated claims involving serious injuries may take longer.