Personal injury claims arise where a person suffers injury due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another party. Kerrigan Solicitors advises clients throughout Galway and Ireland in relation to personal injury claims, accident claims, and litigation arising from serious injury and negligence.
Personal Injury Law in Ireland
A personal injury claim may arise where a person suffers physical injury, psychological injury, or financial loss due to the negligence of another party.
Personal injury claims can arise from many different circumstances including road traffic accidents, workplace accidents, unsafe premises, defective products, and other incidents caused by failures in health and safety or negligent conduct.
Martin Kerrigan has extensive experience advising clients throughout Ireland in relation to personal injury litigation and accident claims. Kerrigan Solicitors provides clear, practical legal guidance and professional representation throughout the claims process.
Common Types of Personal Injury Claims
Examples of personal injury claims may include:
- Road traffic accident claims
- Accidents at work claims
- Slip and fall accident claims
- Trip and fall accident claims
- Repetitive strain injury claims
- Fatal injury claims
Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIRB)
In Ireland, most personal injury claims must first be submitted to the Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIRB), formerly known as the Personal Injuries Assessment Board (PIAB).
The Personal Injuries Resolution Board is an independent statutory body which assesses claims based on medical evidence and supporting documentation. While some claims may resolve during this stage, other cases may proceed through the courts where liability is disputed or medical prognosis remains uncertain.
Time Limits for Personal Injury Claims
Strict time limits apply to personal injury claims in Ireland. In most cases, a claim must be submitted within two years less one day from the date of the accident or injury.
Failure to bring a claim within the relevant limitation period may result in the claim becoming statute barred. It is therefore important to seek legal advice as early as possible following an accident or injury.
Kerrigan Solicitors has extensive experience advising clients in relation to personal injury litigation and accident claims throughout Ireland.
You can also read what previous clients have said about their experience of working with us.
Speak With a Personal Injury Solicitor
If you or a loved one has suffered injury due to the negligence of another party, we can provide clear, practical guidance regarding your situation.
Contact Kerrigan Solicitors to arrange a confidential consultation. We advise clients throughout Galway and Ireland in relation to personal injury claims and related litigation matters.
Email us at m.kerrigan@kerrigansolicitors.ie or telephone 091-820630 to arrange a consultation.
Personal Injury Claim Services
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Personal Injury Services
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