Accident on a Roundabout Compensation Claims

Driving in England and Wales is tricky at the best of times and then roundabouts are thrown into the mix. The rules of roundabouts seem simple, always give way to the right, however, it is not as easy as you think. On top of this you have to then add ‘am I in the correct lane’ and then ‘what exit am I going to take’.

Our roads are very congested and because of the volume of traffic roundabout accident often occur and as a result can cause injury to you or your passenger. If you have been involved in an accident on a roundabout and been injured, and it is not your fault, then there are a few things to remember:

Take a note of the other person’s details i.e. car registration, name, phone no., insurance details

• Take a note of the weather conditions and what lane you were in
• Obtain the details of any witnesses
• Take photos if possible
• If you are injured, go and see your local GP immediately

If you have suffered an injury as a result of a car accident on a roundabout, you may be able to make a claim for compensation. Contact Accident Line and we will put you in touch with a local specialist solicitor who will advise you. Alternatively, you can use our fin my local 'injury solictors' section and contact your local Accident Line solicitor directly