How do I claim after a car accident in Cyprus?
After a car accident in Cyprus, report it to the police, get medical attention and keep records, and notify the at-fault driver’s insurer. You can claim compensation for injury and losses against that insurer; if the driver is uninsured or untraced, the Motor Insurers’ Fund may pay. Injury claims generally must be brought within six years under the Limitation of Actions Law (66(I)/2012).
Key facts at a glance
- First steps
- police report, medical records, photos, witnesses
- Claim against
- the at-fault driver’s insurer
- Uninsured/untraced driver
- Motor Insurers’ Fund
- Time limit
- generally 6 years (Law 66(I)/2012)
- Typical fee basis
- many firms act no-win-no-fee
What to do immediately after the accident
Call the police and make sure an accident report is filed, seek medical attention even for minor symptoms, and keep all records. Photograph the scene and vehicles, and collect the other driver’s details, insurer and any witness contacts. This evidence supports your claim.
Who pays your compensation
You generally claim against the at-fault driver’s motor insurer for your injuries, treatment, lost income and other losses. Where the responsible driver was uninsured or cannot be traced, the Motor Insurers’ Fund of Cyprus may compensate eligible victims.
Time limits to claim
Personal-injury claims founded on negligence are generally subject to a six-year limitation period under the Limitation of Actions Law (66(I)/2012). Some situations carry different periods, so get advice early to protect your right to claim.
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