What is whiplash?
Whiplash is a neck condition caused by sudden acceleration-deceleration of the head, usually in a rear-end collision. Symptoms include neck pain, headaches, dizziness, fatigue and concentration problems. Chronic symptoms can last months or years.
Your right to compensation
If another party is liable, their insurer must compensate your damages: medical costs, lost earnings, household help, travel costs, and pain and suffering (€3,000-€25,000+ for chronic whiplash).
The problem with insurers
Whiplash is subjective — no visible abnormalities on scans. Insurers often downplay claims, offer too little, or delay proceedings.
Tips
Go to your GP immediately, keep a diary, save all receipts, don't accept the first offer, and get a personal injury lawyer. We work on no cure, no pay basis.
Contact Arslan & Arslan Advocaten at 070 4500 300.