Can you lose your right to compensation in the event of an accident?

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When you have caused an accident yourself, you may still be entitled to compensation, even though you may feel guilty or guilty for having injured others. This is called curtailment and involves a percentage reduction in your compensation. Even if you have contributed to the accident, for example by driving off the road because you were asleep, not wearing a seatbelt, crashing into another car, or not following safety rules at work, you can still claim compensation. An example is injuries where seatbelts are not used, which typically leads to a reduction of 25 per cent.

We can help you assess whether the insurance company's reduction is correct and negotiate on your behalf.

However, there are cases in which you will not receive any compensation at all, for example if you drive drunk or steal your car. In such situations, the law does not entitle you to compensation.