If you were injured outside the UK, you usually have to make a claim under the law of the country where it happened. However, sometimes this isn't so, particularly if the person or organisation responsible is based in the UK. For example, if you had an accident while on a package holiday, you may have a claim against the tour operator who sold you the holiday.

Claiming under foreign law can be difficult and expensive and you will need to get expert legal advice. Some personal injury solicitors in this country specialise in claims for people injured abroad.

9. What if I can´t afford a solicitor?

10. What can I claim compensation for?

11. What if I am claiming fro someone who has died?

12. What if I am claiming for a child?

13. What if I am one of a group of people injured in the same way?

14. What if I´m a victim of crime?

15. Further Help

16. About this leaflet

This leaflet was written in association with Roger Bolt of Bolt Burdon Kemp

Leaflet version: May 2008