Making a Road Traffic Accident Claim against Emergency Vehicles

If you have been involved in a road traffic accident involving an emergency vehicle, then you may be able to make a claim for compensation, even though you might be partially responsible. As long as you have not taken full responsibility for the accident and it can be proved that the other party was liable then you may be entitled to compensation.

Emergency Vehicle and their Privileges:-

It is understood that emergency vehicles have certain privileges on the road when they have turned on their emergency lights and sirens, nonetheless this does not mean the drivers of these vehicles do not have to comply with the law. When driving in extreme speeds on an emergency call, these drivers have to follow certain procedures and precautions to protect those around them. In fact, all road users have a responsibility towards other road users and emergency vehicle are no exception.

For example, if it has been discovered that the driver of the emergency vehicle violated a traffic signal or was travelling on the wrong side of the road without flashing emergency lights or sounding the emergency siren then this will be considered as negligence and in the event of an accident with another vehicle, the driver of other vehicle will be eligible for making a road traffic accident claim.

 For more information regarding making a Road Traffic Accident Claim, get in touch with our experts at 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.