Cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and bus or taxi passengers can claim when someone else caused the accident. We explain who you claim against and how the process works, and there are no upfront fees.
Choose the type of accident closest to yours for the rules that apply and what a claim can cover.
For cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and bus or taxi passengers: who you claim against and what to do next.
Make an enquiryYes. Cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and passengers can claim if someone else caused the accident. The claim is usually made against the driver's insurer. If you were hurt as a passenger on a bus or in a taxi, for example when it braked suddenly, the claim is made against the operator's insurer.
You can still claim through the Motor Insurers' Bureau of Ireland (MIBI). If the driver drove off, report it to the Gardaí as soon as you can, and note where nearby CCTV cameras are, as footage is often kept for only a short time.
Since 20 May 2024, e-scooters can be used on Irish roads by riders aged 16 or over, with a speed limit of 20 km/h, and not on footpaths. See the RSA's e-scooter rules, and our article on claims after e-scooter accidents.
Usually two years from the date of the accident, or from the date you first knew you were injured and who was responsible, if that is later. This comes from the Statute of Limitations (Amendment) Act 1991. For a child, the two years start on their 18th birthday.
The clock stops while your claim is with the Injuries Resolution Board, but it is still best to get advice early, while evidence such as CCTV and witness details is available.
Yes, in almost every case. Before a road or workplace claim can go to court, it must be made to the Injuries Resolution Board, with a medical report from the doctor who treated you. The other side has 90 days to agree to the Board assessing or mediating the claim.
If both sides accept the Board's assessment, the claim ends there. If either side rejects it, the Board issues an authorisation and the claim can go to court. Read how the Injuries Resolution Board works.
Road traffic and workplace claims are run by Paul Kearney, who founded the practice, with trainee solicitor John Deeney. You can meet us at our offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway or Letterkenny, or deal with us by phone, email or video.
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.
Paul Kearney founded the practice and leads its personal injury work in Ireland. He is regulated by the Law Society of Ireland. Read Paul's profile.
We prepare your application to the Injuries Resolution Board, including the medical evidence, and advise you on any assessment before you decide whether to accept it.
You can meet us at any of our four offices, or deal with us by phone, email or video, wherever you live in Ireland.
There are no upfront fees. Before you go ahead, we set out in writing how legal costs work, as section 150 of the Legal Services Regulation Act 2015 requires. No Win No Fee explained.
It is a claim for compensation by a cyclist, pedestrian, motorcyclist or passenger hurt because someone else was at fault. It is usually made against the driver at fault and dealt with by their insurer.
No. There are no upfront fees. Before you go ahead, we give you clear written terms explaining how legal costs work, as section 150 of the Legal Services Regulation Act 2015 requires. Read No Win No Fee explained for more.
Usually the person who opened the door without checking. The claim is normally made through the insurer of the vehicle. Note the registration and get witness details if you can.
Possibly. If you were hurt because the bus braked or pulled away carelessly, the claim is made against the operator's insurer. Tell the driver what happened, and keep your ticket or Leap card details.
Yes. If not wearing a helmet or high-visibility clothing made your injuries worse, your compensation may be reduced, but you can still claim against the driver who caused the accident.
Most claims are resolved at the Injuries Resolution Board stage or settled by negotiation. A claim only goes to court if the Board issues an authorisation, for example because one side rejects its assessment. Read how the Injuries Resolution Board works.
Call us on +353 1 485 3560 or send us an enquiry. We'll listen to what happened, tell you honestly whether it's worth pursuing, and explain the next steps, including the letter of claim and the Injuries Resolution Board.
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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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