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Child Car Accident Claim Solicitors in

If your child was injured in a road traffic accident, you may be able to pursue compensation on their behalf to help cover treatment, care, and future support needs. Our expert solicitors help clients across Dublin, Galway, Cork, Donegal, and beyond with no upfront fees.
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What Is a Child Injury Claim in a Car Accident?

A child injury claim is a personal injury claim made for a child under 18 who was injured in a road traffic accident. Since children cannot make legal claims themselves, a parent or guardian usually handles the claim for them.

You may be able to make a claim if your child was injured as:
A passenger in a car
A passenger in a taxi, bus, or coach
A pedestrian struck by a vehicle
A cyclist involved in a collision
A child in a car seat or booster seat during an accident

Common Causes of Car Accidents Involving Children

Children can be injured in many types of road accidents, including:
Rear-end collisions
Side-impact or junction accidents
Multi-vehicle collisions
Accidents involving speeding or careless driving
Failure to stop or yield
Hit-and-run or uninsured driver incidents

Common Injuries in Child Car Accident Cases

Children may experience injuries that are not always immediately obvious. Common injuries include:

Whiplash or neck strain
Head injuries or concussion
Soft tissue injuries
Broken bones or fractures
Cuts, bruising, or internal injuries
Psychological trauma, anxiety, or sleep disturbance

What Can Be Claimed on Behalf of a Child?

Compensation for a child injury claim may cover:
Pain and suffering
Medical treatment and hospital care
Physiotherapy or rehabilitation
Psychological support or counselling
Travel expenses related to treatment
Future care or treatment needs
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How to Make a Child Car Accident Claims in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1

Fill in our quick online form with your contact details and a brief summary of what happened.

Step 2

One of our solicitors will call you for a consultation at a convenient time.

Step 3

We’ll provide a no-obligation assessment and advise you on the next steps in your claim.
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Why People Across Choose Us for Child Car Accident Claim

No Upfront Costs to Begin Your Child Car Accident Claim

You can begin a child car accident claim in without paying any legal fees upfront. Our team will clearly explain the process from the outset so parents or guardians understand their options if a child has been injured in a road traffic accident in Dublin, Cork, Galway, or Donegal.

Direct Access to a Solicitor

You will speak directly with a solicitor who understands child car accident claims and road traffic accident claims in . They will be familiar with the additional legal protections and procedures involved when a child is injured and will guide you through every stage of the claim with clear advice.

Local Legal Support Across

We assist families across , including Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Donegal. Our team understands Irish road traffic legislation, insurance procedures, and the Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIAB) process, particularly as it applies to child car accident claims.

Experience with Child Car Accident Claims

Our solicitors regularly handle child car accident claims involving passenger injuries, pedestrian incidents, rear-end collisions, whiplash, hit-and-run accidents, and cases involving uninsured drivers. If your child has been injured in a car accident anywhere in that was not their fault, we can help you understand your legal options and next steps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Child Injury Claims in Car Accidents in
A child injury claim is a legal claim made when a child is injured in a road traffic accident caused by another person’s actions or negligence.
A parent, guardian, or responsible adult can manage the claim for the child and help deal with the legal process until the case is completed.
Claims may involve whiplash, broken bones, head injuries, soft tissue damage, cuts, bruises, or emotional trauma caused by the accident.
Yes. A child injured while travelling as a passenger may still be able to claim compensation if another party caused the accident.
A claim may still be possible. In many cases, the claim is handled through the driver’s insurance policy rather than against the person directly.
Helpful evidence may include medical records, photographs of the accident scene, witness details, police reports, and information about the vehicles involved.
Time limits for children are different from standard personal injury claims. A solicitor can explain how the rules apply to your child’s case.
In many situations, compensation is kept safely until the child reaches adulthood. The court may supervise how the money is managed.
You can begin by contacting a solicitor and explaining what happened. They will review the details of the accident and guide you through the claims process.
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