There are more and more Poles in the Land of Fjords - there are more of us each year. Thus, more and more Polish drivers choose the car as their primary means of transport. Being a participant in road traffic it is not difficult to collide. In such cases, legal aid after an accident in Norway is useful.
is a solution that will help you get the necessary compensation. You will get it in specialized consulting companies in this field. You can also apply for the funds you owe. However, it is worth knowing what the rules for applying for compensation in Norway.
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Compensation from third party liability of the perpetrator
Compensation after an accident in Norway is granted if 3 basic conditions are met:
- there is a basis for liability,
- there has been an economic loss,
- there is a relationship between the damage and the loss suffered.
Compensation from third party liability of the perpetrator is available to all road users. According to the Highway Code, these are the following people: car driver, passengers, cyclists, pedestrians and motorcyclists. However, provided that they were injured in an accident or road collision.
What is material damage?
It's good to know that compensation in Norway from civil liability of the perpetrator is due if we have suffered material damage. All losses resulting from an accident are included. These are in particular: treatment costs, rehabilitation costs, lost income and earning potential.
IMPORTANT! Compensation is also due for damages mentaland in particular: compensation for damage to health, pain, physical and mental suffering.
When can you apply for compensation?
The basic rule is that compensation in Norway may be awarded even 3 years after the accident. After this time, the claim is canceled the statute of limitations. At the same time, it is worth knowing that it is possible to apply for compensation even if treatment has not yet stopped. This is worth doing especially when the deadline is approaching submitting a claim.
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Legal assistance after an accident in Norway may come in handy if the circumstances of such an event are complex. Such situations include, for example, no clear indication of the responsible person. However, be aware that even in the event of a minor collision worth calling the police to the scene. Officers make a short note in which they indicate the culprit. It is a valuable document in the process claiming compensation.