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Personal Injury* Claims Process in Ireland

Expert Legal Support from Anderson & Gallagher LLP, Dublin 2

We understand how a personal injury* can disrupt your life, so we offer straightforward, experienced guidance through every stage of the claims process. With over 40 years of experience handling personal injury* and accident claims in Ireland*, we are here to ensure you get the compensation* you deserve, with care, clarity, and efficiency.

How Personal Injury* Claims Work in Ireland

If you’ve suffered an injury or illness due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation*. All personal injury* claims in Ireland (excluding medical negligence* and some other exceptions) must first be submitted to the Injuries Resolution Board, previously known as the Personal Injuries Assessment Board. The process involves medical assessments, documentation, and legal procedures that can be complex. Working with a solicitor specialising in personal injury* law is essential.

The Process: 6 Clear Steps to Your Compensation*

Step 1

Initial
Consultation

Your journey begins by contacting us for a confidential, no-obligation consultation. One of our experienced personal injury* solicitors will discuss your case with you, explain the process, and assess whether you have grounds for a valid claim.

Step 2

Building Your
Case

During your initial meeting, we’ll take a detailed statement about your accident and injuries*. We then immediately begin gathering key evidence to support your claim, including your medical report, photographs of the scene, receipts for any losses, accident reports, and witness statements. These details form the foundation of a strong application.

Step 3

Submitting Your
Claim

We’ll complete and file your application with the Injuries Resolution Board, including all necessary supporting materials. The person or company responsible (the “Respondent”) is then formally notified, marking the official start of their involvement in the process.

Step 4

Medical
Assessment

The Injuries Resolution Board may ask you to attend an independent medical assessment. Based on this and all the evidence we’ve submitted, the Board will then determine the level of compensation* to be awarded.

Step 5

Decision and
Resolution

If both parties accept the Injuries Resolution Board’s assessment, the compensation* is paid, and your case concludes. If either you or the Respondent rejects the award, we can then proceed to pursue your claim in court.

Step 6

Litigation & Settlement (If Necessary)

Should your case proceed to court, we will handle everything for you. This involves preparing all legal documents, issuing proceedings, and representing you fully in court. Rest assured, most cases are resolved before reaching trial through negotiated settlements, and we’ll ensure prompt payment of your compensation* upon successful resolution.

Step 1

Initial Consultation

Your journey begins by contacting us for a confidential, no-obligation consultation. One of our experienced personal injury* solicitors will discuss your case with you, explain the process, and assess whether you have grounds for a valid claim.

Step 2

Building Your Case

During your initial meeting, we’ll take a detailed statement about your accident and injuries*. We then immediately begin gathering key evidence to support your claim, including your medical report, photographs of the scene, receipts for any losses, accident reports, and witness statements. These details form the foundation of a strong application.

Step 3

Submitting Your Claim

We’ll complete and file your application with the Injuries Resolution Board, including all necessary supporting materials. The person or company responsible (the “Respondent”) is then formally notified, marking the official start of their involvement in the process.

Step 4

Medical Assessment

The Injuries Resolution Board may ask you to attend an independent medical assessment. Based on this and all the evidence we’ve submitted, the Board will then determine the level of compensation* to be awarded.

Step 5

Decision and Resolution

If both parties accept the Injuries Resolution Board’s assessment, the compensation* is paid, and your case concludes. If either you or the Respondent rejects the award, we can then proceed to pursue your claim in court.

Step 6

Litigation & Settlement (If Necessary)

Should your case proceed to court, we will handle everything for you. This involves preparing all legal documents, issuing proceedings, and representing you fully in court. Rest assured, most cases are resolved before reaching trial through negotiated settlements, and we’ll ensure prompt payment of your compensation* upon successful resolution.

What You Can Do to Help Your Claim

You can make a meaningful difference to the outcome of your claim by taking the following steps:

Photograph the accident scene and injuries*, this helps prove what happened and when it occurred.

Write down details like time and witnesses, this keeps your memory fresh and facts accurate.

Record equipment used and any known defects, include models, brands, and maintenance records.

Report the accident and log it officially, your employer must record all incidents in writing.

Ask if others had similar past accidents, note who was involved and what actions were taken.

Ensure serious incidents are reported to HSA, this applies if you miss more than three days.

Get medical attention and explain the cause, and clearly describe how your injury took place.

Keep receipts for all your injury expenses, including travel, treatment, and lost wages.

Track symptoms and record your recovery, and maintain a daily journal of pain and progress.

Photograph the accident scene and injuries*, this helps prove what happened and when it occurred.

Write down details like time and witnesses, this keeps your memory fresh and facts accurate.

Record equipment used and any known defects, include models, brands, and maintenance records.

Report the accident and log it officially, your employer must record all incidents in writing.

Ask if others had similar past accidents, note who was involved and what actions were taken.

Ensure serious incidents are reported to HSA, this applies if you miss more than three days.

Get medical attention and explain the cause, and clearly describe how your injury took place.

Keep receipts for all your injury expenses, including travel, treatment, and lost wages.

Track symptoms and record your recovery, and maintain a daily journal of pain and progress.

What Our Clients Say

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A heartfelt thank you to Anderson & Gallagher LLP Solicitors

I would like to sincerely thank the entire team at Anderson & Gallagher LLP for their exceptional professionalism and for achieving such an excellent result in my case.

A special thank you to Vladimir, who responded when I first reached out and offered his help, and who supported me throughout the different stages of the process.

I am also very grateful to Noel for his professionalism and legal expertise.

And a very special thank you to Keira O’Reilly, whose professionalism, experience and determination resulted in an excellent settlement in my favour.

After almost three years of a long and difficult process, my case has finally come to an end. This means a great deal to me personally. Thank you to the whole Anderson & Gallagher team for your professionalism, hard work and for helping me bring this chapter to a close.

I would especially recommend Anderson & Gallagher to Ukrainian and Polish people living in Ireland who may need professional legal assistance. Having a reliable and experienced legal team can make such a difference when you are navigating a difficult situation in another country.

Thank you again to the entire team.
- Тетяна Потоцька
Dear Keira,

I wanted to express my sincere and heartfelt thanks for all your support, and hard work throughout the negotiations with the insurance company.

I am absolutely delighted with the outcome and extremely grateful for the substantial increase you were able to secure on my behalf. Your professionalism, dedication, and persistence have made a significant difference, and I truly appreciate the time and effort you invested in achieving this result.

Thank you again 🙂

With my sincere thanks and appreciation,
- K.B

I hereby express my gratitude to Keira and the team for their great service and support in this case. I look forward to referring family and friends to them who may need assistance in a similar situation.

- M.I
I had a very positive experience with Anderson & Gallagher Solicitors, particularly with Emer Doyle, who handled my case. Emer was kind, approachable and always professional. She explained everything clearly, answered all my questions with patience, and made a very difficult process much easier. Thanks to her support and hard work, I received a successful outcome. I would highly recommend both Emer and the firm.
- Jen
Emer Doyle is an exceptionally skilled and dedicated senior solicitor whose professionalism, experience, and client care make her an invaluable member of the Anderson & Gallagher team. I wholeheartedly recommend working with her.
- Magda Poznanska

I highly recommend the law firm’s professional service. Keira is very helpful and a wonderful person who can achieve a lot.

- Sylwia Mucha
Thank you for your dedication and strategic approach, you achieved a much better outcome than I could have hoped for, and I am truly grateful for your support. I could not recommend you enough. I am very grateful I came to you for help
- Pawel Molenda
I would like to sincerely thank Anderson and Gallagher Solicitors for their outstanding support and professionalism throughout my case. From the very beginning, I felt that I was in good hands.

A special thank you to solicitor Robert Anderson , who handled everything with great care, knowledge and professionalism. He always took the time to explain each step clearly and made me feel informed and supported at all times.

I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to Mr. Krzysztof Socha, who was incredibly kind, patient, and helpful. His support meant a lot to me — he always responded to my questions, kept in touch, and made the whole process much less stressful.

Thanks to both of them, everything went smoothly and I am extremely grateful for their help. I highly recommend Anderson and Gallagher Solicitors to anyone looking for trustworthy and efficient legal assistance.

Thank you again for everything!
- Anna Małyska
I’d like to share my feedback about this company. Thank you for your help and for your prompt response. The attorney was always in touch and helped me resolve a difficult situation. I live in another country, yet they provided me with excellent support and guided me through the entire case. I highly recommend this firm! They communicate respectfully and answer every question with care. Thank you so much!
- Валерія Єрмоліна
As much as I’m very pleased with the outcome of my case I have to admit I need few days more to finally realise the case is closed and I can move on.

Back in January I have sent email “ Few words of appreciation “ where I have prised your professional approach to my case. From that point in time I knew the whole team no mater of the outcome will help me to close this 5 years long chapter. For the final closure I’m extremely grateful to Keira, Noel, Paul and Wlad. Many thanks to Richard and Liam for going above and beyond and delivering the best possible result for me.
- Kate

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How Anderson & Gallagher LLP Supports You

Located in Dublin 2, our firm has a long-standing reputation for providing professional, independent legal advice in all types of personal injury* claims. From minor injuries to severe and complex cases, we ensure every client receives dedicated, compassionate, and results-driven legal representation. We make the process transparent and manageable and are always available to answer your questions without legal jargon.

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