Roundabout Accident Claims – How Much Compensation Can You Claim?

If you’ve been injured at a roundabout because another road user was negligent, you may be eligible to make a roundabout accident claim for compensation. Whether the collision was caused by a failure to give way, speeding, or careless driving, we may be able to help you make a claim.

Our road traffic accident specialists are here to help if you’re considering a claim. Initially, we’ll review what happened during a free, no-obligation assessment and explain your options. If your claim looks strong, we can pass it to one of our personal injury solicitors to handle on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning no upfront costs and nothing to pay unless you win.

To learn more about roundabout accident claims, please read the rest of this guide. Alternatively, please get in touch on 0800 6524 881 today if you’d like to begin the claims process right away.

Am I Eligible To Make A Roundabout Accident Claim?

Anybody injured in a roundabout accident may be entitled to compensation, depending on the circumstances. That could be a driver, motorcyclist, cyclist or pedestrian hurt because another motorist didn’t approach or use the roundabout safely.

Importantly, under laws such as the Road Traffic Act 1988, all road users have a legal duty to take reasonable care and drive responsibly when entering, navigating and exiting roundabouts.

Therefore, you may be eligible to make a roundabout accident claim if:

• The road user you blame (the defendant) owed you a duty of care; and
• An accident at a roundabout occurred because they were negligent; and
• You suffered injuries as a result of the accident.

To verify your eligibility to make a claim, please contact our advisors today.

Common Causes Of Roundabout Accident Claims

Some common causes of roundabout and mini-roundabout accidents that might lead to a compensation claim include:

• Failure to give way. Many roundabout accidents happen because a driver pulls out when it isn’t safe. If somebody fails to give way to traffic already on the roundabout, that’s poor driving, and it can leave them at fault.
• Incorrect lane use. Using the wrong lane, cutting across lanes, or changing lanes too late can easily cause collisions. If another driver didn’t follow the road markings or roundabout signage, you may have a strong claim.
• Speeding or rushing. Approaching a roundabout too fast or trying to beat the traffic is a common cause of crashes. If a driver didn’t slow down or assess the roundabout properly, that’s likely negligent.
• Poor observation. Failing to look properly (especially for cyclists, motorcyclists or scooter/moped riders) is another frequent cause. Not seeing what was clearly there to be seen is a classic cause of liability.
• Failure to signal. Not indicating, or indicating incorrectly, can mislead other motorists and trigger accidents. If you relied on another driver’s signal and it was wrong or missing, that can matter.
• Tailgating. Following too closely on approach or exit leaves no room to stop safely. Rear-end shunts at roundabouts are often down to a lack of proper stopping distance.

Please call today if you would like free advice on whether you have a claim.

Common Injuries From Roundabout Accidents

Roundabout accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, such as:

If you believe you’ve suffered an injury during an accident at a roundabout because of somebody else’s negligence, contact us now, and we’ll review your case for free

Information On Changes To Whiplash Injury Claims

In May 2021, the government made changes to whiplash compensation claims to try and reduce their impact on insurance premium prices. As a result, any claims that are valued below £5,000 must be processed through an online portal. It wouldn’t be cost-effective for our solicitors to help with these claims.

However, we’d still suggest you give us a call to discuss your options. That’s because it’s not that easy to ascertain the value of your claim until the details of what’s happened and exactly what injuries have been sustained are fully known. After we’ve reviewed your claim, we could either direct you to the government claims portal or advise you whether one of our personal injury solicitors might take on your case.

How Much Compensation Will I Get For A Roundabout Accident?

If you do decide to claim following an accident at a roundabout, the amount of compensation you would get if successful will typically be based on:

• General damages. This part of your claim looks at how much pain and suffering the accident caused, and for any loss of amenity.
• Special damages. Here you’ll try to recover any expenses or costs your injuries have caused. For example, you might be able to claim back any lost income, medical costs or travel expenses.

To help determine the extent of your injuries for general damages compensation, you may be required to have a medical assessment as part of the claims process. Your solicitor will always try to arrange this locally for you.

Roundabout Accident Compensation Calculator

We’ve included the compensation calculator below to give you a rough idea of what different injuries might be worth. The figures are based on the Judicial College guidelines, which are widely used by solicitors and insurers when valuing general damages for road traffic accidents, including roundabout collisions.

Please don’t rely on these figures alone, as each claim is unique. Therefore, any settlement will be based solely on your own circumstances.

Evidence To Support A Roundabout Accident Claim

Some steps you could take following a roundabout accident that can bolster your chances of receiving compensation include:

• Take photos of the scene. This could include the layout of the roundabout, signage, and where the damage is on each vehicle. If you can, capture the scene before vehicles are moved.
• The other driver’s details. Make sure you exchange names, contact details, insurance information and vehicle registration numbers. This is essential so your solicitor knows who the roundabout accident claim should be made against.
• Seek medical attention. Get checked by a GP or hospital and keep copies of your medical records. These help show how serious your injuries are and link them to the accident.
• Request dashcam or CCTV footage. Many cars have dashcams these days to try and help prove liability for RTA claims. If you or another driver had a dashcam, ask for a copy of any footage as soon as possible. Some roundabouts are also covered by CCTV, which may be available on request.
• Collect witness details. If anybody saw the roundabout accident happen, take their names and contact details. Independent witnesses can be very helpful where there’s a dispute over who was at fault.

After you’ve gathered corroborating evidence, get in touch so we can assess your chances of being compensated for free. You’ll get free expert advice with no pressure to start a claim.

Time Limits For Claiming Roundabout Accident Compensation

As with other compensation claims, personal injury claims for accidents on roundabouts are usually bound by legal time limits. Generally, the limitation period for a car accident is 3 years, typically starting from the date of the accident.

An exception to this is if your child was hurt in a car accident on a roundabout. In this case, you, as a litigation friend, could make a claim at any time before your child’s 18^th birthday. That means the 3-year time limit does not apply unless a claim’s not made on their behalf. In that case, once the child reaches 18 years of age, they’ll then have 3 years to make a roundabout accident claim for themself.

Do I Need A Solicitor To File A Roundabout Accident Claim?

When you make a roundabout accident claim, you’ll usually need to show the other driver’s insurer what happened, how you were injured, and why the other driver was at fault. Doing that on your own can be tricky, especially when insurers push back or dispute liability. This is why many people choose to have a solicitor handle it for them.

If one of our personal injury solicitors takes on your roundabout accident claim, they’ll typically:

• Review the details of the accident and how your injuries have affected you.
• Contact the other driver or their insurer to notify them of the claim.
• Arrange any medical assessment needed to support your case.
• Deal directly with the insurer so you don’t have to.
• Keep you updated as the roundabout accident claim progresses.
• Answer any questions you have along the way.
• Challenge any attempts to deny fault or reduce your compensation.
• Aim to secure the highest compensation you’re entitled to.

If we act for you, everything is handled on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning no upfront costs and nothing to pay if the claim doesn’t succeed.

Starting The Roundabout Accident Claims Process

If you’d like to talk through starting a roundabout accident claim, just get in touch. You can use our live chat, request a callback online, or call our specialist advisors on 0800 6524 881.

The consultation is free, and there’s no obligation. We’ll look at what happened, explain your options in plain English, and let you know whether your claim has a good chance of success. If it does, we can appoint a personal injury solicitor to act for you on a No Win No Fee basis.

Thanks for reading our guide to roundabout accident claims. If you’d like more information or want to get started, give us a call today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here we’ve answered some common questions on roundabout accident claims.