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Personal Injury
Claims in Ireland.
Know Your Rights.

If you were injured in an accident that wasn't your fault — on the road, at work, in a shop, or anywhere else — you may be entitled to compensation. Most people don't know their rights. Most don't know they have a case. This page explains what you need to know.

  • No win, no fee — you pay nothing unless you win
  • Free initial consultation with a specialist solicitor
  • Matched to your county within 24 hours
  • 2-year deadline — the sooner you act, the better
What counts

What is a personal injury claim?

A personal injury claim is a legal action you can take when you are hurt because of someone else's negligence — their failure to take reasonable care. In Ireland, this covers a wide range of situations: road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, slips and falls on poorly maintained premises, dog bites, medical negligence, and more.

You don't need to prove intent. You only need to show that the other party had a duty of care towards you, that they breached that duty, and that you suffered an injury as a result. In most cases, your solicitor handles all of this.

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The 2-Year Deadline Is Absolute

In Ireland, the Statute of Limitations gives you 2 years from the date of your injury to bring a personal injury claim. This is not a guideline — it is a hard legal cutoff. Miss it by one day and your case is gone permanently, regardless of how strong it was. The clock starts the moment the injury happens. Don't wait.

Common situations

What type of injury happened to you?

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Bitten or attacked by a dog
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Car or road traffic accident
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Slipped or fell in a shop or public place
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Injured at work or on a job site
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Medical negligence or hospital error
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Injured on someone else's property
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Cycling accident or pedestrian knocked down
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Victim of an assault
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Pothole or road defect injury
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Sports injury due to negligence
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Injury from a defective product
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Holiday or travel accident
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The Process

What happens when you make a claim

Most people imagine courts, stress, and years of waiting. The reality is far simpler. Here is what actually happens when you bring a personal injury claim in Ireland.

1
Free consultation with your solicitor

You explain what happened. The solicitor assesses whether you have a viable claim. This costs you nothing.

2
PIAB application

Most claims go through the Personal Injuries Assessment Board first. Your solicitor handles the paperwork and medical evidence.

3
Settlement negotiations

The other party's insurer makes an offer. Your solicitor negotiates hard on your behalf. Most cases settle here.

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You receive compensation

Once agreed, funds are paid directly to you. Your solicitor's fee comes from the settlement — not your pocket.

Compensation

What could my claim be worth?

Every case is different. Compensation depends on the severity of your injury, recovery time, financial losses, and impact on your daily life. These are typical Irish settlement ranges.

Injury Type Typical Range
Minor soft tissue injury €5,000 – €15,000
Dog bite (moderate) €10,000 – €25,000
Broken bone (simple) €15,000 – €40,000
Workplace injury €20,000 – €80,000
Serious / life-changing €100,000+

* These are indicative ranges only. Your solicitor will assess the specific value of your case at consultation.

Real Situations

What happened to people just like you

These are real situations people across Ireland have faced. In every case, they weren't sure they had a claim. In every case, they did.

Dog Bite
"I got bitten delivering a parcel in Cork. I nearly didn't bother calling a solicitor."

Damien had been doing delivery routes for two years when it happened. A gate that should have been latched wasn't. He assumed it was just one of those things.

Damien, Cork ✓ Settled €18,500
Slip & Fall
"I slipped on a wet floor in Lidl. No warning sign. I fractured my wrist."

Siobhan was doing her weekly shop when she went down on a freshly mopped floor. No cone, no sign. The staff were apologetic but the company was not.

Siobhan, Dublin ✓ Settled €14,200
Work Injury
"My employer didn't provide the right safety equipment. I fell from scaffolding."

Piotr had been working construction in Limerick for three years. The scaffolding wasn't properly secured. His employer blamed him. His solicitor proved otherwise.

Piotr, Limerick ✓ Claim successful
Common Questions

Personal injury claims — answered plainly

In Ireland, you generally have 2 years from the date of your injury to make a personal injury claim. This is the Statute of Limitations. Miss this deadline and your claim is permanently barred — no exceptions. For children, the 2-year period starts from their 18th birthday.
You are not legally required to have a solicitor, but it is strongly recommended. Insurance companies have experienced legal teams working against you. A solicitor understands the system, knows what your claim is worth, and will negotiate a significantly higher settlement than most people achieve on their own.
No win no fee means your solicitor only charges a fee if your case is won or settled successfully. If you lose, you pay no solicitor fees. This removes the financial risk of bringing a claim. Most personal injury solicitors in Ireland operate on this basis. Always confirm the terms with your solicitor before proceeding.
Most personal injury claims in Ireland resolve within 1 to 3 years. Straightforward cases with clear liability can settle in 6 to 12 months. More complex cases — serious injuries, disputed liability, or medical negligence — take longer. Your solicitor will give you a realistic timeline at your first consultation.
The vast majority of personal injury claims in Ireland settle before reaching court. Your solicitor will negotiate with the opposing insurer, and most cases reach a satisfactory settlement without a hearing. If no fair offer is made, your solicitor will advise whether going to court is the right step.
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