PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS
RTA Investigations has been involved in the
investigation of more than 1000 personal injury claims involving
taxis.
Our investigations have shown that many claims
made against taxi drivers, particularly 'London Hackney Cab'
drivers, are spurious or even fraudulent.
A common claim is that the doors in the passenger
compartment of the "London Hackney Cab" fell open and the passenger
fell out of the taxi, injuring themselves.
Because of our extensive knowledge of London
Taxis, their security systems, and safety precautions, we have been
able to offer the appropriate advice to solicitors and insurance
companies who have then been in a much stronger position to reject
or defend the Claim made against the taxi driver.
We have, on occasions, been called upon to give
evidence in Magistrate's Courts when taxi drivers have faced
summonses arising from complaints made to the police by passengers
who are hoping a prosecution would enhance their claim for personal
injuries. Our evidence, supported by photographs of the vehicle in
question, has proved invaluable in enabling the Court to reach a
decision - always in favour of the taxi driver, so far.
If you think our knowledge and experience of taxi
drivers and taxi vehicles can be of assistance to yourselves do not
hesitate to contact us."
Recently we were consulted by a hackney taxi
driver from Manchester.
He was insured by one of the largest Motor Insurance Company's in the world.
He had been interviewed by an investigator
employed by the insurance company regarding a road traffic
accident in which the taxi driver was injured.
In his covering report the investigator for
the insurance company concluded the taxi driver was not
responsible for the accident - all blame lay with the third
party, but added the taxi driver should lose a large percentage
of his personal injury claim because he was not wearing his seat
belt!
The Claims Handler sent a copy of the report
to the taxi driver for comments.
It transpired neither the Investigator for
the insurance company nor the Claims Handler were aware of the
seat belt exemptions enjoyed by taxi drivers.!!
Since this Agency was formed some 10 years
ago we have been involved with investigations into taxi
accidents and claims on a daily basis.
We use our knowledge and experience to your advantage.
RTA InvestigationsWaddington Fold
Rochdale
OL16 4QB
Tel: 01706861391
Fax: 01706861391
Mobile: 07939900365