Holidays are supposed to be a relaxing and enjoyable experience. If your holiday provider has acted negligently and you or a loved one has suffered an injury as a result, you could be entitled to make a claim for package holiday compensation.
Each year, thousands of Britons travel abroad for their holidays, and for most, the experience is incredibly enjoyable. However, when accidents happen, the repercussions can be serious and wide ranging; from stressful medical treatment and financial expenses to a loss of enjoyment and even difficulties travelling home.
If you or a loved one has been injured through the negligent practices of those responsible for your care – such as hotel staff or excursion providers – you could be entitled to make a claim for package holiday compensation.
Sustaining an injury is traumatic enough, but when this happens abroad, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed, worried, and vulnerable. No one should have to experience this due to someone else’s negligent actions (or inaction) – and our team of award-winning, dedicated holiday compensation solicitors are on hand to support you in making things right.
If you’ve been injured on a package holiday, your package provider is liable for any accidents that occur due to their negligence.
As part of their responsibility, it is up to your package provider to ensure that the hotels in which they offer accommodations and the excursion or activity providers they work with operate safely, with your wellbeing in mind. Where these standards slip, your package holiday provider is liable for the cost of any recompense owed.
Can I make a claim for package holiday compensation in the UK?
Yes, if you entered into the package holiday in the UK or if the Tour Operator is based in the UK.
If your package holiday provider is based in the UK, your claim will usually be pursued here through the courts of England and Wales. If your claim cannot be pursued against the Tour Operator then you may need to advance your claim against the hotel directly, and whilst in most circumstances you can still do so through the courts of England and Wales, in some cases, you will need to pursue your claim abroad.
In either case, your solicitor will be able to advise you of the best course of action for your case, and will explain in detail the process of claiming compensation, whether in domestic courts or in foreign courts.
Why choose Slater and Gordon’s holiday compensation solicitors?
While holidays are more often than not a relaxing and enjoyable experience, accidents can spoil the fun. If you’ve suffered an injury during a package holiday due to someone else’s negligence, the consequences can mean a ruined trip and worse.
Our award-winning holiday compensation solicitors specialise in cases dealing with personal injury abroad. What sets us apart is our strong network of relationships, both domestically and internationally. We work closely with medical experts and foreign solicitors who provide us with invaluable insights to expedite your claim swiftly and efficiently – no matter where or how you were injured.
When you choose our travel lawyers, you will not only be getting legal expertise for your holiday claim but a dedicated and empathetic lawyer who will help you get the compensation you deserve.
We are an award winning law firm and have a dedicated team of travel solicitors to advise and guide you – no matter how complex your situation may be.
Affordability and advice
We're able to offer affordable expert legal advice and can provide guidance on all aspects of your injury claim. Our Initial Consultation provides tailored advice on your situation giving you clear guidance and options regarding next steps.
Tailored advice
We understand that every claim is different – so we are able to provide tailored advice and guidance to suit your individual needs.
Local access
We are a national law firm, with legal experts available locally across the UK. Meetings can be arranged via telephone or video call, to suit your requirements.
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Frequently asked questions about package holiday claims:
How long have I got to make a claim for package holiday compensation?
If you booked a package holiday in the UK, you should have up to three years from the date of the accident to begin your claim.
There are certain scenarios in which the time limit may vary, however, it is always advisable to seek expert legal advice as soon as possible. Your solicitor will take a detailed account of your injuries and the circumstances of your accident and will be able to inform you of any deadlines pertinent to your claim.
It's very difficult to estimate how much compensation you're likely to receive for your injury until we have obtained medical evidence and collated your financial losses. The amount of compensation you may receive can differ depending on the extent of your injuries as well as the laws governing compensation claims in the relevant country. If, however, your claim is against a UK based tour operator you claim will be valued under English law.
However, in addition to damages for pain and suffering, you may also be able to claim for any loss of earnings as well as for the cost of any medical treatment or rehabilitation that may be required.
How long does it take to claim package holiday compensation?
That all depends on how serious your injuries are as well as whether a negligent party accepts they were to blame.
However, we always aim to pursue justice for our clients as efficiently as possible and will also seek to claim interim payments where your injury might cause you financial hardship, or where you need to begin rehabilitation as soon as possible.
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