Tram Accident Claims
If you’ve suffered an injury following a tram accident that wasn’t your fault, the team at Tylers Solicitors will guide you through the tram accident claims process and ensure you get the compensation you’re entitled to.
Tram injury compensation
Trams are an essential part of travel in a wide range of UK cities, from Manchester and Nottingham to Edinburgh, these light rail systems carry thousands of people every day, helping them to quickly and safely move across cities of all sizes.
Despite their reliability and effectiveness, tram accidents can happen, leading to an array of injuries. For instance, you may have heard about the Manchester tram accident involving a tram and a van, where a three year old girl tragically lost her life.
If you’ve been involved in a tram accident and suffered injuries through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to compensation.
Our experienced personal injury claims solicitors are on hand to support you every step of the way to ensure you get the compensation you deserve. Whether you’ve been hit by a tram, experienced an injury due to equipment malfunction, or suffered any other bodily damage, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team at Tylers Solicitors via our online contact form or call 0800 699 0079 and we’ll be happy to help.
What are the most common tram accident injuries?
Trams offer a convenient way to get around within cities. However, as with other forms of public transport, they are not without their hazards. Tram injuries can happen at the platform, when travelling on board the tram, and on the tram lines.
For the past 15 years, the team at Tylers Solicitors has been helping claimants across the UK make successful personal injury claims. In this time, we’ve seen that the most common tram injuries include:
- Slips, trips, and falls, which may lead to bruising, soft tissue damage, and bone fractures. You may also experience skin abrasions or lacerations.
- Whiplash, which occurs when the neck is thrust suddenly backwards, forwards, or to the side.
- Head injuries, which can range from minor to catastrophic.
Many other injuries can also occur as a result of a tram accident. If you’ve suffered any injuries following a tram accident that wasn’t your fault, take a look at our bodily injuries categories — you may be eligible for compensation.
What are the most common tram injury causes in the UK?
In most cases, tram injuries are the result of passenger or pedestrian negligence rather than due to the tram driver or operator. However, there are instances where you could suffer a tram injury that wasn’t your fault, either due to the driver’s negligence or a lack of care in maintaining the tram lines, vehicles, stations, or equipment.
For example:
- On the platform, it’s possible to trip or fall over an unmarked obstacle — whether it’s another person’s luggage, cleaning equipment, or any other item.
- If the gap between the tram and the platform edge isn’t clearly marked, it could lead to falls.
- Malfunctioning tram doors may trap hands, feet, or other body parts.
- If the tram’s brakes fail, it could lead to a collision with another tram, a pedestrian, or a cyclist.
- Driver error can also lead to collisions.
- Without the proper training, employees may fail to carry out the right safety checks, leading to tram accidents.
I’ve been hit by a tram – can I make a compensation claim?
If you’ve been hit by a tram, that doesn’t mean you are automatically entitled to make a claim. For example, if you stepped in front of a tram because you were distracted or on your phone, you may not be able to make a claim for compensation.
However, if you were impacted because the driver wasn’t paying attention or the tram’s brakes stopped working, you may be entitled to compensation. The same applies to any other tram accident and injury, whether it’s a slip, trip, or fall, being hit by an object, or getting trapped in the tram doors.
We recognise how distressing a tram accident can be, particularly if you’ve suffered physical and emotional pain. Our compassionate personal injury lawyers are here to help you determine whether you have a valid tram accident compensation claim and support you throughout the process.
To learn more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team at Tylers Solicitors via our online contact form or call 0800 699 0079.
How much could I claim?
I have suffered a tram injury as an employee — can I claim compensation?
If you were injured while working on a tram, on a tram platform, or on the tramlines, you may be able to claim compensation. The same guidance applies to both passengers and staff — if you were not at fault for your injury, you could be eligible to make a claim.
So whether you worked on a tramline, as a driver, an engineer, or in any other staff position, and you can prove that another party’s negligence led to your injury, our solicitors can help.
Learn more about claiming compensation for accidents in the workplace, and please feel free to contact the team at Tylers Solicitors on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form to discuss your case in detail.
What is the process for making tram accident compensation claims?
If you believe you are entitled to compensation following a tram accident, it can be tricky to know where to start. We recommend getting in touch with our team of legal experts to get the ball rolling.
From there, we will:
- Arrange an initial consultation with you to discuss your case in depth and decide whether you have an eligible claim.
- Help you gather the evidence needed to support your case. This might include medical records, photographic or video evidence of the accident, witness details and statements, and evidence of costs accrued due to your accident.
- Calculate a compensation award based on the physical, emotional, and financial losses your tram injury has led to.
- Carry out all the legalities, paperwork, and negotiations involved in filing your tram accident claim.
- Represent you in court — in the unlikely event that the liable party denies responsibility and your case goes to court, we can represent you.
Why choose Tylers Solicitors to represent my tram accident compensation claim?
Over the years, the experts at Tylers Solicitors have helped people from all walks of life to get the compensation they need to move on with their lives.
Our experienced legal team is proud to offer a complete service, including full legal support and representation as part of our no-win, no-fee service. This means you don’t pay us a penny unless your claim is successful, providing you with peace of mind knowing there are no up-front costs. We’ll take our fee from your compensation award.
We offer a completely professional service, helping our clients to get the compensation they need as quickly as possible.
Whether you’re in Manchester, Nottingham, or elsewhere in the UK, if you’ve been injured in a tram accident that wasn’t your fault, contact Tylers Solicitors today.
Call 0800 699 0079, email info@tylerssolicitors.co.uk, or fill out our handy contact form. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Tram accident compensation amounts
Whatever kind of tram accident you’ve suffered, you can generally expect a higher compensation payout for more severe injuries. Other factors include whether you had to take time off to recover, how long your injuries lasted, any other costs accrued following the accident, and your future care or treatment needs.
The best way to get a clear idea of the amount you may be able to claim is to speak with one of our experienced solicitors.
We’ve also put a helpful compensation claim calculator together below to provide some guidance on general figures.
Need more information? Don’t worry, one of our professional claims solicitors will advise you along the way
Contact us on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form to start your claim today!
Compensation for slips, trips, and falls on a tram
Slips, trips and falls are some of the most common kinds of accidents in the UK. There are plenty of opportunities to slip, trip or fall while using a tramline — from tripping over platform hazards to falling due to a sudden stop or jolt while riding the tram.
You may be able to claim anywhere from a few hundred pounds to £493,000 for the slip, trip, or fall injuries, with the higher amounts reserved for the most severe injuries that result in brain damage or paralysis.
Compensation for being hit by a tram
If you’ve been hit by a tram and it wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Depending on the tram’s speed and where it hits you, you may get away with minor injuries, such as bruises and abrasions. However, in some cases, being hit by a tram can lead to brain damage, loss of mobility, or even wrongful death.
Compensation amounts can vary, with the most severe injuries warranting up to £493,000
Compensation for crushing injuries on a tram
Tram doors are usually equipped with a sensor which prevents them from closing when obstructions are detected. However, if these sensors are faulty and a door crushes your hands, feet, chest, or any other body part, you may be able to claim up to £183,190 in compensation.
Compensation for tram related head injuries
Whether you were hit by a tram as a pedestrian or luggage fell on you, if you’ve suffered a head injury due to a tram accident that wasn’t your fault, you could be eligible for compensation. Head injuries are some of the most serious kinds of injuries you’re likely to suffer — in some cases, they can lead to brain damage.
Depending on how severe your head injury is, you may be able to claim up to £493,000.
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Tram Accident Claim FAQs
What happens if you get hit by a tram?
Being hit by a tram, whether as a pedestrian or cyclist, can lead to a range of injuries, depending on how fast the vehicle was travelling. If you are hit by a tram, you should always seek medical attention as soon as possible. From there, you can also report the accident to the tram company and contact us to start processing a compensation claim if the accident was not your fault.
Could I claim tram injury compensation for an accident on the platform?
If you’ve been injured while waiting for the tram to arrive at your platform, you may be entitled to compensation, provided the accident wasn’t your fault. The tramline company or the local council have an obligation to keep these stations safe for passengers and pedestrians, so they may be liable for your suffering.
Contact our team of legal experts on 0800 699 0079 to discuss your case and see if you have a valid claim.
Can I Claim Against Any Tram Company in The UK?
You can make a personal injury claim against any tram company which has caused you to suffer an injury that wasn’t your fault. Some of the largest tramlines in the UK that people choose to make tram accident compensation claims against include Tyne & Wear Metro, Manchester Metrolink, Sheffield SuperTram, West Midlands Metro, TramLink, Nottingham Express Transit, Docklands Light Railway and Blackpool Tramway. No matter who the operator of the tramline is, if you’ve suffered an injury that wasn’t your fault, you may be able to claim compensation.
Can I claim against any tram company in the UK?
You can make a personal injury claim against any tram company which has caused you to suffer an injury that wasn’t your fault. Some of the largest tramlines in the UK include Manchester Metrolink, Tyne & Wear Metro, Sheffield SuperTram, West Midlands Metro, TramLink, Nottingham Express Transit, Docklands Light Railway, and Blackpool Tramway.
No matter who the operator of the tramline is, if you’ve experienced an injury that wasn’t your fault, we can help. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch to speak with one of our experienced solicitors.
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For any Personal Injury Claims, call Tylers Solicitors today, a leading UK provider of no-win, no-fee legal services. Our experienced team will work with you to get the maximum amount of compensation you’re entitled to, following any kind of injury that isn’t your fault!