The following evidence will help your claim to be successful:
- Medical records detailing the injuries you received and the prognosis for any recovery, including any medical evaluation we arrange
- Any official record of the accident which caused your injury, such as a police report, an entry in an accident book or your own account which was sent to the relevant body
- Statements taken from any eye-witnesses to the accident who can confirm your account
- Where relevant, photographic evidence of the scene of the accident, especially if something like faulty equipment or a poor walking surface is involved. If the location of the accident was covered by CCTV cameras then you should request a copy of the footage of your accident.
- Any evidence that the party with a duty of care was aware of the issue which caused your accident. Examples might include a local authority knowing about a pothole which caused you to trip, or a gym being warned that a piece of equipment was faulty.
- If an organisation is involved you could request a copy of their incident logs or accident books. These could show a poor safety record, or prior knowledge of the issue which caused your accident.
- Your own personal account of the accident, your injuries, and the impact they have had on your life, set down while the events are still fresh in your mind
- Records and receipts for any expenses directly linked to your injuries. These could include:
- Current and future medical bills
- Current and future care costs
- Current and future costs of medical aids necessitated by your injuries
- The cost of adapting your home and vehicle to remain accessible post injury
- Any travel costs directly related to your injuries
- The cost of any physical therapy or counselling required because of your injuries
- Earnings you’ve lost because your injuries mean you have to take time off work, give up work altogether or switch to another job.
Care provided free of charge by family members or friends could also be factored into any compensation payment, so keep a record of any such provision.
