How it works in Europe
Across Europe, compensation for road accidents is usually claimed from the at-fault driver's motor insurer. If you are injured in another EU country, the Motor Insurance Directives let you deal with a claims representative in your home country. Contingency fees are restricted or banned in several European countries, so ask each lawyer how they charge, and whether legal expenses insurance covers you.
Finding a personal injury lawyer in Sweden
Lawyers in Sweden must be registered with the relevant bar or law society before they can practise. Before you instruct anyone, confirm their registration using the EU e-Justice "Find a lawyer" tool. Many firms in major cities advise international clients in English, but ask at the first contact whether the lawyer who will handle your case is fluent in your language, and request a written fee estimate.
Questions to ask a personal injury lawyer
- What percentage do you take, and is it worked out before or after case costs?
- Who pays for medical reports and experts if we lose?
- Have you taken cases like mine to trial, or do you mostly settle?
- How long do you expect it to take before we know what the claim is worth?
Frequently asked questions
What should I do after an accident?
Get medical attention, report the incident, take photos, collect witness details, and keep receipts for any expenses. Speak to a lawyer before signing anything from an insurer.
How much is my claim worth?
It depends on the seriousness of your injuries, your financial losses such as lost earnings and medical costs, and the local rules on damages. A lawyer can value it once your prognosis is known.