Make a tram accident claim with expert support behind you
Trams are one of the safest ways to travel in the UK. Even so, tram accidents do happen and, when they do, the potential for serious injury is very real. The size and weight of trams make the impact accidents in which they're involved extremely dangerous. And while the frequency of tram accidents is low, the rates of serious injury and fatality are higher than with many other forms of transport.
Tram accident injuries come in many forms but they're often debilitating − sometimes even life-altering. And if that accident was caused by negligence on behalf of the tram operator, the physical, mental and financial toll of the injury can be even harder to handle.
Our tram accident lawyers specialise in providing you with the expert support that you need to successfully make a tram accident claim when those providing the service have failed in their duty of care to you. We deliver a comprehensive, specialist legal service to you on a no win, no fee basis, keeping you in the loop every step of the way.
Read on to find out how we can help, or contact us on or arrange a call back from a member of our expert team to start your claim today.
What types of tram accidents do we cover?
The simple answer is: if you've been involved in a tram accident in the UK that wasn't your fault, we can help. The unique way in which the UK's eight tram networks operate in their respective towns and cities means that there are several different types of tram accident that can occur, all of which we cover.
Those include:
- Tram (on board) crash accidents: including collisions with other trams and other forms of transport, and derailing after a collision.
- Tram (on board) movement accidents: including sudden stops/jolts, speeding and travelling along uneven or defective tracks.
- Tram and car accidents (you're in a car hit by a tram).
- Tram and bike accidents (you're on a bike hit by a tram).
- Tram and pedestrian accidents (you're on foot and hit by a tram).
- Tram platform/line accidents: including falling onto the tracks and coming into contact with overhead wires.
- Accidents while working on a tramline: if you have worked on a tramline, as a driver, engineer or any other role, and have suffered an injury through your work, you may be entitled to claim compensation.
Frequently asked questions...
If you have a legitimate claim you can proceed on a no win no fee basis. A no win no fee claim means that there are no upfront costs to pay. Our no win no fee lawyers will take up the case on your behalf and if the claim fails, there's nothing for you to pay providing you have the appropriate insurance in place.
In most circumstances for adults who were 18 years old or over at the time, it's essential that proceedings are issued within three years of the accident or incident date. In cases where the injured person was under 18 years of age when the accident or incident occurred, the three-year period expires on their 21st birthday.
If you don't issue your claim within those time limits, you won't usually be able to proceed. This is called being 'time-barred'. Extensions to the time limits are only available in exceptional circumstances and we can talk you through these if they're relevant to your claim.
In general, no one person is responsible for paying for your compensation. Typically, it will be awarded via insurance.
For example, if you were injured at work, your employer's liability insurance would cover the compensation cost.
When you talk to our solicitors, we can help assess who was to blame for your accident and advise how your compensation award may be paid.
What are the most common injuries from tram accidents?
A tram crash injury could be as minor as a few cuts and bruises. It could be as severe as a life-altering condition, or even death. Whatever has happened, whatever your injuries, we're here to help you to make a train accident claim if your injury wasn't your fault.
Some common types of tram crash/accident injuries include:
- Slips, trips and falls.
- Whiplash.
- Head injuries.
- Crushing injuries.
- Electrocution.
What causes of tram accident injuries can lead to a claim?
Whether you're aboard a tram, near a tramline or working for a tram company, the tram operator has a duty of care to keep you as safe as it reasonably can.
If an operator failed in its duty of care to you, and that failure led to your injury, that is an act of negligence on the part of the operator, which means that you have grounds for a claim.
Common types of negligence that can cause tram accidents include:
- Driver error.
- Inadequate training of employees (which can lead to both civilian and employee injury).
- Mechanical or structural faults with the tram.
- Improper maintenance leading to faulty tramlines, vehicles, stations or equipment.
How can a tram accident solicitor help?
Our tram accident lawyers are here to help you to get the right result if you do choose to pursue a claim for train accident compensation. Our experience means that we can offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise when it comes to train accident claims in the UK.
Our service starts with a free consultation with one of our tram accident solicitors. In that consultation, your solicitor will look to understand the key details of your case, get to know your circumstances and, most importantly, establish whether you have grounds to make a claim.
If you do have grounds for a claim and wish to proceed, your tram accident lawyer will take care of every part of the legal process for you, offering the right advice and guidance to help you to purse your claim successfully. In simple terms, our team can offer you the expertise that you need to get the result that you want, all of which is done on a no win, no fee basis.
If you'd like more information around how we can help you with your claim, call us on or arrange a call back with a member of our team.
Why should I make a claim for tram accident compensation?
The main reason why you should make a claim for train accident compensation is that you deserve recompense for the pain and distress that you've suffered. Whether it's a minor fall or a severe tram crash injury, the implications of a tram accident can take a huge physical, mental and financial toll − especially if the accident wasn't your fault.
While money can't solve every problem or trauma, it can help with your recovery and alleviate some of the stress associated with the aftermath − be it a loss of income or changes that you've had to make around the home to accommodate for your injury.
Furthermore, your claim will help hold responsible those who practice negligible behaviours and work to prevent similar incidents in the future.
How much could my tram accident claim be worth?
There's no set answer to that question. Your train accident compensation claim will be considered on its own merit, taking into account the nature of your injury and the circumstances around it, as well as factors like the potential for loss of earnings or any other long-term consequences.
The compensation calculator below offers insight into estimated pay out brackets for different types of injury you may suffer through a tram accident. Estimates are based on the Judicial College Guidelines, as set out by the Ministry of Justice.
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If you'd like more guidance on a potential compensation figure for your case, call us on for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Why choose National Accident Law to make a tram accident compensation claim?
With National Accident Law, you can trust that you're working with a team that cares about getting you the result that you deserve. We pride ourselves on working tirelessly for our clients, and providing an expert service that is compassionate, sensitive and completely confidential to you.
Our specialism and expertise means that we can offer specialist support and guidance in virtually every area of personal injury claim, while our claims process is simple and puts you in control.
Exceptional customer care is at the heart of what we do. We always promise to deal with your claim in a straightforward, transparent manner, with you informed of how things are going every step of the way.
Want to find out more about how we can help? Request a call back today.
How to start your claim
If you've suffered an injury because of a tram accident in the last three years that wasn't your fault, you can start your claim by calling us on now or requesting a call back.
Your claims process starts with a free, no-obligation consultation with a tram accident solicitor. We'll get to know the key details of your case and establish whether you have grounds to make a claim.
We'll never put any pressure on you to proceed with a claim. If you do wish to move forward, your tram accident lawyer will get to work immediately on building your case. We'll keep you in the loop every step of the way.
All of our claims are handled in a safe, confidential environment to ensure that you're treated with the respect and dignity that you deserve throughout our time working with you.
Make a no win, no fee claim for a tram accident in the UK
Virtually all of our tram accident claims are handled on a no win, no fee basis. That means that you only pay us if your claim is successful. If your claim is unsuccessful, you won't owe us a penny provided that you have the correct legal protection insurance in place which your solicitor will arrange for you and discuss in more detail.
If we can't proceed with your claim on a no win, no fee basis, we'll talk you through how the full legal process will work before you choose to proceed. From there, you can make an informed decision on whether you wish to move forward.
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Senior Litigator
An experienced litigator, James handles complex cases where the other side challenges liability or the circumstances are complicated.
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We're here to help you to get the result that you deserve. If you'd like to begin your tram accident claim with us, you can call us on or you can request a call back. You can also start your claim online today.