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Motorway Accident Claims

At motorway speeds, even a small mistake by another driver can have serious consequences. If a non-fault motorway accident left you injured or your vehicle damaged, you could claim compensation.

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What happened

Motorway accidents happen at speed and in fast-moving traffic, which is what makes them different. Common causes of a motorway accident include unsafe lane changes and cutting in, tailgating, sudden braking in a queue, debris or a broken-down vehicle, and losing control in rain or spray. Because everything happens so quickly, a single careless move by another driver can trigger a serious collision or a chain reaction.

Who's usually at fault

Fault comes down to which driver behaved unsafely, whether that was changing lanes without looking, following too closely, or driving too fast for the conditions. Higher speeds tend to mean more serious injuries and bigger repair bills, so getting the evidence right matters. If another driver caused it, you may be able to make a motorway accident claim, even in busy multi-lane traffic.

Evidence that helps

  • Dashcam footage, which is especially valuable at motorway speeds
  • The lane you were in and what the other vehicle did
  • The other driver's details and insurer
  • Photos of the vehicles, damage and road conditions
  • Details of any witnesses, and the police reference if they attended

Common complications

  • Disagreement over who changed lanes or braked
  • Being caught up in a chain reaction of several vehicles
  • More serious injuries that take longer to assess

Speed changes the stakes

The mechanics of a motorway accident claim are the same as any other, in that someone drove unsafely and you paid the price, but the speeds involved raise the stakes. Injuries can be more serious and damage more severe, which makes solid evidence, especially dashcam footage, all the more valuable. If a non-fault accident on the motorway has left you dealing with the aftermath, a free, no-obligation claim check is a sensible place to start.

Making a claim is simpler than you think

  1. 1

    Tell us what happened

    Answer a few quick questions about your accident. It takes a couple of minutes and there’s no obligation.

  2. 2

    We connect you with specialists

    We pass your details to the regulated specialists we work with, who’ll look at whether you have a claim.

  3. 3

    They handle the rest

    If you have a case, the specialists can pursue your compensation and keep you updated, while you get back to normal.

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Frequently asked questions

It happened in fast-moving traffic. Can fault still be proven?

Often, yes. Dashcam footage, the damage pattern and witness accounts help establish what happened, even at speed. If another driver acted unsafely and you were hurt, it is worth checking your motorway accident claim.

My injuries seemed worse than a normal bump. Does that matter?

Higher-speed accidents can cause more serious injuries, which are assessed on medical evidence. A claim can reflect how serious the injury is and how long it affects you, so it is important to get it looked at properly.

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