If you were driving a hire or rental car and were involved in an accident that wasn’t your fault, Kearney Law can help you understand your rights, deal with the rental company and insurers, and pursue full compensation, with no upfront fee required to begin your claim.
A hire car accident claim is a legal claim made after you are injured in a car accident involving a rented or leased vehicle.
These claims can be more complex than standard road traffic accidents because they often involve:
If the accident was not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, financial losses, and any rental car charges unfairly imposed on you.
Even if symptoms seem mild at first, it is important to seek medical attention and legal advice early.
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.
We have extensive experience dealing with the added complexity of rental contracts, excess charges, insurance disputes, and liability issues involving hire vehicles.
We support clients in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Letterkenny and throughout Ireland. Our solicitors offer clear guidance based on Irish law and local procedures. You can meet with us in person, speak by phone, or arrange an online consultation, whichever is most convenient for you.
We take a structured and transparent approach to explaining your options, ensuring you have a clear understanding of where you stand. Throughout the process, we provide regular updates and explain each stage of your claim.
Many employees we have represented recommend our firm for our professionalism, communication and results. We are proud of the positive reviews and trust placed in us by past clients.
It is a personal injury claim made when you’re involved in an accident while driving a rental or leased vehicle and the accident wasn’t your fault.
The at-fault driver’s insurer is typically responsible, not the rental company or the rental driver personally.
Yes. You should notify Gardaí, the rental company, your insurer, and seek medical attention immediately.
Yes. Excess charges may be recoverable if the accident was not your fault.
Generally, you have two years from the date of the accident or the date you became aware of your injuries.
We can review your rental agreement and evidence to challenge unfair or incorrect liability decisions.
Most hire car accident claims settle without going to court. If litigation is needed, we guide and represent you throughout.
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.
Compensation depends on your injuries, medical reports, financial losses, and any unfair charges.
Simply contact our team or fill out the enquiry form. We’ll review your case, explain your options, and take you through the next steps.
Kearney Law Group specialises in legal services relating to Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence. We are committed to achieving the best results for our clients.
Contact us today to arrange your initial consultation relating to any of the above matters.
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