Terrorism Abroad Claims

If you've been injured or have lost a loved one in a hijacking or terrorist attack, you could be able to claim compensation. Our specialist personal injury lawyers have a huge amount of experience in this area, and have represented injured victims and bereaved families following a number of incidents, including:

The 9/11 World Trade Centre attacks
The bombing of Pan America flight 103 above Lockerbie
The 7/7 London bombings
The IRA bombing of the Arndale Centre in Manchester
The hijacking of British tourists on a tour bus in India
The Sousse beach incident in Tunisia

Our lawyers are committed to handling claims with compassion and sensitivity, putting the wellbeing of our clients and their families first in every sense. We have the largest and most successful international personal injury team in the UK, with specialists in physical and psychological injury claims following hijackings and terrorist attacks.

Terrorist attacks are complicated, tragic events, often with a lot of parties involved. It helps to have an expert on your side – to guide you through the process, and make sure you receive the settlement you're entitled to, as well as the care that you need.

If you've been injured, or lost a loved one, in a terrorist attack or hijacking then our lawyers could be able to help you claim compensation. Call us today on 0800 121 6558 for a free initial consultation about your case, or contact us online and we’ll get back to you.

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Who Can Claim Compensation Following A Terrorist Attack?

If you were injured physically or psychologically, or lost a loved one, as a result of a terrorist attack then you could be entitled to claim compensation. You may also be able to claim if you were a witness to an act of terrorism where a loved one was injured. We've helped our clients following a range of incidents, including:

Hijacking
Bombing
Shootings
Kidnappings
Chemical attacks

You may be able to claim compensation against a party that failed to take adequate steps to protect your safety, such as a tour operator or employer who failed to adequately assess risks in a certain part of the world, or didn't carry out adequate security screening.

There are also government compensation schemes for the victims of terrorist attacks, and you may be able to apply for this as well as claiming against a responsible party.

The amount of compensation you receive will depend on a few factors, including:

Your condition, and its severity
Psychological trauma experienced
Current and future loss of earnings if you've had to stop working in the short or long-term
Medical expenses you've had or will have to pay both abroad and in the UK, as well as travel expenses to any appointments
Your care and support needs – both now and in the future
Modifications to your home
Mobility aids
The amount you had spent on your holiday or travel abroad, and the loss of enjoyment you've experienced
Your pain and suffering

You may also be able to get early compensation payments ahead of a final settlement, to help you with any costs you might have in the short term.

If you have any concerns as to whether you're able to make a terrorism or hijacking compensation claim, contact us online or call us today on 0800 121 6558 for a free initial consultation about your case.

Are There Compensation Schemes For The Victims Of Terror Attacks?

Since 2012, the government has operated the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme, which supports the victims of terrorist attacks, as well as their families. You can apply for compensation through these as well as an independent claim against a responsible party.

The scheme doesn't necessarily cover all incidents of terrorism, but if you've been the victim of a terrorist attack abroad since 27 November 2012, you may be able to claim. The current list of incidents the scheme is providing compensation for includes:

The Brussels attacks (22 March 2016)
The Paris attacks (13 November 2015)
The attack at Port el Kantaoui, Sousse, Tunisia (26 June 2015)
The attack at the Bardo National Museum, Tunisia (18 March 2015)
The attack at the Westgate shopping mall, Nairobi, Kenya (21 September 2013)
The kidnap of Setraco employees in Jama’are, Nigeria (16 February 2013)

However, the scheme is not limited to just these examples – you may be able to claim for other incidents.

You can find out more information about this scheme from gov.uk, or contact us on 0800 121 6558 for a free consultation on your case if you have any questions.

Why Choose Irwin Mitchell For A Terrorism Or Hijacking Compensation Claim?

Our expert lawyers have been helping people claim compensation following terrorist attacks for 20 years, and have a proven track record of pursuing claims both independently and through the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme.

We understand the truly devastating impact that a terrorist attack can have for both the victims and their families, and we aim to make the entire process as simple as possible to minimise stress during a difficult time.

With a dedicated lawyer, and a support and rehabilitation team that will help you access specialist care and support, we'll help you claim compensation and readjust to life, offering plain English advice and supporting you every step of the way.

These incidents can have far-reaching physical, emotional and financial consequences, and we'll work with you to ensure that the settlement you receive reflects the severity of the injury, any necessary rehabilitation which you are entitled to, and the impact it's had on your life.

We have the largest team of international personal injury lawyers in the UK, working solely on claims relating to accidents and illnesses abroad. Our industry-leading lawyers have secured hundreds of millions of pounds in settlements for victims of accidents and illnesses abroad.

To find out more about how to make a claim, and how we can help, call us today on 0800 121 6558 for a free initial consultation.

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