International injury claims

You may be able to claim if your injury overseas was caused by someone else’s negligence, for example a hotel, tour operator, airline, cruise company, employer or another individual. The key is showing that someone failed in their duty of care and that this caused your injury. If you’re unsure whether your situation qualifies, we can assess it quickly and clearly.

International injury claims are compensation claims for injuries sustained outside the UK due to another party’s negligence. They can involve package holidays, independent travel, work trips, cruises or flights. These cases can be more complex because foreign law may apply, but our specialist team handles the legal and international aspects for you.

You may have a claim if someone else was at fault, you were injured, and you experienced losses such as pain, medical costs or disruption to your holiday. Time limits vary depending on where the accident happened, so early advice is important. If you’re unsure, we can review your situation and explain your options.

Compensation depends on the severity of your injuries and how they affect your life, work and recovery. It can cover pain and suffering, medical treatment abroad and in the UK, lost earnings, care needs, travel costs and the impact on your holiday. More serious injuries may also include longterm support, home adaptations or specialist equipment.

Many claims must be started within three years, but some countries have shorter limits. Airline injury claims under the Montreal Convention, for example, have a twoyear deadline. Getting advice early helps ensure you don’t miss the correct time limit.

Timeframes vary depending on the complexity of the case, the law that applies and whether liability is accepted. Straightforward claims may settle sooner, while serious or disputed cases can take longer. We’ll keep you updated throughout and explore interim payments where possible.

The first step is a free, noobligation conversation with our team. We’ll listen to what happened, assess whether you have a claim and explain the process clearly. If you proceed, we’ll gather evidence, advise on the applicable law and handle all communication on your behalf.

Most claims settle without going to court. However, complex cases involving foreign law or highvalue compensation may require court proceedings. If that happens, we’ll guide and support you at every stage.

We handle cases on a No Win, No Fee basis, meaning there’s no upfront cost and no financial risk if your claim isn’t successful. We’ll explain all funding options clearly before you decide to proceed.

Yes you can as injuries on international flights may be covered under the Montreal Convention, which allows passengers to claim compensation for accidents caused by airline negligence. These claims have a strict twoyear time limit.

You may be able to claim if your injury was caused by unsafe conditions or failures by the cruise operator. Cruise claims can involve international regulations, but we can advise you on which rules apply and how to proceed.

Reporting the accident at the time, to the hotel, tour operator, airline or local authorities, is helpful, but not always essential. If you couldn’t report it while abroad, you may still be able to claim as long as there is other supporting evidence.

Yes, you may still be eligible to claim, but you’ll need other evidence such as photos, witness details or medical records from when you returned home. Not everyone can access treatment abroad, and this won’t automatically prevent a claim.