If you've sustained a serious injury in Waterford or anywhere in Ireland because of an accident, you may have a claim. At Kearney Law provide clear guidance and strong legal representation, helping you recover compensation with no upfront costs.
We assist clients across Waterford and Ireland with a wide range of serious injury claims, including:
Contact us through our enquiry form, phone, or email. We’ll review your situation, answer your questions, and explain what to expect next. There’s no upfront fee to begin your claim.
Your case will be carefully reviewed by our legal team.
We assess the strength of your claim, advise on the documentation needed, and guide you through key steps such as attending an independent medical examination and preparing the information required for the Injuries Resolution Board (IRB).
Once you decide to move forward, we take care of everything. This includes gathering evidence, contacting the other party or their insurer, submitting your claim to the IRB, managing settlement discussions, and handling any court proceedings if needed.

You don’t pay anything to begin your claim. We handle everything, so you can focus on recovery.
From brain injuries to amputations, we have in-depth experience representing clients across Waterford and Ireland.
We’ll keep you informed, answer your questions, and explain everything in plain language.
There are no upfront fees, and we explain in writing how legal costs work before you go ahead.
From our Waterford base, we help clients across Ireland. You can contact us in person, online, or by phone, whatever suits you best.




















A serious injury claim is a legal process that allows you to seek compensation for life-changing injuries caused by someone else’s negligence.
This term generally describes an arrangement where legal fees only apply if your case is successful. These are commonly used in personal injury and medical negligence cases in Ireland.
For a more detailed explanation of how No Win No Fee arrangements work, including how fees are structured, you can visit our No Win No Fee page.
Yes, if your accident happened in Waterford or anywhere in Ireland, you may be eligible to make a serious injury claim.
You usually have two years from the date of the accident, but it's best to get legal advice as soon as possible.
Most serious injury claims are settled outside of court. If your case does go to court, our team will represent you fully.
Medical records, accident reports, photographs, and witness statements are often required. We’ll guide you in collecting the right evidence.
Yes, you may still be able to claim. Your compensation may be reduced depending on your share of responsibility.
The amount depends on the severity of your injury, recovery time, financial losses, and long-term needs.
Compensation can cover medical treatment, rehabilitation, care costs, lost income, and future expenses.
Yes, conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, or depression linked to your injury can be included in your claim.
Yes, medical documentation is essential to confirm the extent and impact of your injury.
Yes, if unsafe working conditions caused your serious injury in Waterford or elsewhere, you may be entitled to compensation.
Yes, serious injuries from road traffic accidents can be claimed against the driver’s insurer or through the Motor Insurers’ Bureau if the driver was uninsured.
If unsafe or poorly maintained roads contributed to your injury, you may be able to claim against the responsible local authority.
The timescale varies. Straightforward claims may be resolved in months, while complex cases may take longer.
There are no upfront fees, and we explain in writing how legal costs work before you go ahead. By law, solicitors in Ireland cannot charge fees as a percentage of compensation, and we explain in writing how legal costs work before you go ahead.
We’ll investigate why it was denied, gather more evidence if needed, and work to challenge the decision.
Yes, compensation can include the cost of long-term care, treatment, and any adjustments needed to your home or lifestyle.
Seek medical attention, report the accident, gather evidence, and contact a solicitor as soon as possible.
Yes, you can transfer your case to us at no extra cost. We keep the process clear and explain each stage.
Regulated by the Law Society of Ireland
Kearney Law handles only personal injury and clinical negligence claims.
We act for clients across Ireland, including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford and Letterkenny. See all the areas we cover.
Contact us to talk to a solicitor about your claim, or request a case review.
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Friday 9am – 5pm