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Holiday Accident Claims In Cuba Guide – How To Claim? How Much Compensation Can I Claim?

There is nothing worse than experiencing an accident on holiday, wherever it is you travel in the world, from Cuba to the Isle of Man. This is even more so the case if you get hurt during the beginning of your stay in your temporary accommodation. You spend all of your time saving for a fun filled vacation, only for it to go completely differently from how you expected.

Holiday accident claims Cuba

Holiday accident claims Cuba

What makes it even more difficult is the fact that filing for an insurance claim can prove to be trickier. This is because there are different rules and regulations for each country. And a lot of people are unaware of how to proceed when they have to deal with foreign legislation. Sometimes there are individuals who actually fail to file a claim because they are so confused about the whole procedure, which is an incredible shame, as they would have obviously had more financial security should they have gone ahead with one.

However, if you have been injured whilst abroad and it wasn’t your fault, then you should certainly get in touch with a solicitor. Let them do the hard work for you. Don’t worry about whether you have a valid claim, how long you have to settle the claim, and so on and so forth. This is not your job; your job is to provide the necessary information. We will do the rest for you.

If you are interested in holiday accident claims in Cuba, please read on to discover everything you need to know. You can also reach us on 0800 073 8804 if you have any queries.

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A guide to Cuba holiday accident claims

If you have been injured while on holiday in Cuba, there is a very high chance that you will be entitled to compensation. In this Cuba holiday compensation guide, we will reveal everything you need to know about launching such a case. This includes details on the emergency service telephone numbers in Cuba and the steps you need to take after you have been injured. We will also reveal whether or not you need to use a Cuban solicitor, as well as providing further details on our No Win, No Fee service. If that was not enough, we will also go into detail about the different sort of accidents you can claim for, from road traffic accidents and food poisoning to slip, trips, and falls, and excursion injuries.

You have been injured or become sick on holiday Cuba, what should I do?

If you have been the victim of an injury in Cuba that was not your fault, there is every chance that you will be entitled to compensation. Whilst it is mainly your solicitor’s job to guarantee you get the full amount you deserve, there are some steps you can take to really help your case. Keeping that in mind, read on to discover some top tips for making sure you get the full amount of compensation…

  • See a doctor – There is only one place to begin and this is with the fact that you simply must get professional medical attention if you have suffered an injury. A lot of people prefer to cope with minor injuries themselves. However, if you do this you will have virtually no chance of getting any compensation.
  • Proof of expenses – It is vital to keep proof of any expenses you have incurred because of the injury. Have you had to pay for prescriptions? Maybe you have needed to sort out childcare for your kids whilst you recover? Whatever it may be, you will be able to claim for these costs as special damages, but you will need proof.
  • Take photographs – This may not be applicable to your case. However, let’s say you were involved in a car crash and there is damage to your vehicle and the road, take some photographs.
  • Don’t wait around – Make your claim as soon as possible. Yes, you will want to focus on getting better. However, there is a time limit on claims, and this is three years. Court proceedings must be issued within this period. Moreover, the longer you leave it, the more likely you are to forget something and the more difficult making a claim becomes.
  • Witness contact details – Witness statements can really help to strengthen your case. If there were any witnesses of the accident you suffered, try and get their contact information. It will really help.

Emergency assistance, help, and services in Cuba

It is important to make sure you have all of the emergency contact details at hand for your trip. The number for the Ambulance service is 104, to call the Fire Department it is 105, and for the Police the number you need is 106. It is a good idea to write these numbers down and keep them handy for your trip.

Medical services and treatment in Cuba

You are going to need to have health insurance in place if you are to receive medical treatment while you are in Cuba. The importance of choosing a health or travel plan with care before you travel cannot be underestimated. The last thing you want to do is find yourself ill or injured and unable to access medical care in the country.

How long do you have to make a holiday accident claim in Cuba?

A lot of people do not actually realise there are time limits on Cuba holiday compensation claims. They think they have all the time in the world. Nonetheless, this is certainly not the case! If you have been the victim of an accident that was caused by someone else’s error or negligence, you have three years to make a claim. It is pivotal to note that court proceedings must be issued within this three-year period. Therefore, if you were involved in a car crash in Cuba on 15th July 2016 you will have until the 15th July 2019 for court proceedings to be issued.

Are there any exceptions? There can be, but these are few and far between. Generally the only occasions whereby there are exceptions to the time limits is when you cannot pinpoint one exact date for the accident. For example, you may have got back from your holiday and felt fine, yet a few years down the line you fall ill and this can be attributed to something that has happened in Cuba. Moreover, if you were a child when the incident happened, you can claim from the date of your 18th birthday if your parents have not done so for you beforehand.

Claim for injury or illness on a package holiday in Cuba

Have you been injured while on a package holiday? If so, you will be covered by the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992. If you are to be covered by this piece of legislation, you must have booked a deal that incorporates at least two of the following: accommodation, travel, and tours.

Cuba holiday accident claims we conduct

There are literally a huge number of incidents and injuries that can result in personal injury compensation. The following is simply a small handful of examples of the reasons why people make personal injury claims in Cuba…

  • Criminal injuries
  • Accidents involving machinery
  • Car crashes
  • Slips, trips and falls
  • Motorbike accidents
  • Untraced driver claims
  • Food poisoning
  • Hair salon negligence
  • Cycling accidents
  • Beauty treatments gone wrong
  • Product liability claims
  • Medical negligence
  • Passenger accidents
  • Uninsured driver claims
  • … And the list goes on and on!

How do you know whether you are entitled to compensation?

You simply need to be able to prove that someone else is responsible for your suffering. Someone must have made an error or acted negligently and this has result in your injuries. Aside from this, you must have received professional medical attention for your injuries. Moreover, the incident must have occurred within the last three years. This is the time limit that is in place for making an accident claim.

Cuban holiday hotel accident or illness claims

There are so many different types of accidents and injuries that can occur while staying in a hotel. Maybe you have fallen ill due to a problem with the swimming pool? Maybe you have tripped on a broken pavement? No matter what applies, you can prove that the hotel was to blame for what happened to you, you will be able to make a claim.

Holiday food poisoning and related illness claims in Cuba

You can also make a Cuba holiday illness claim if you have contracted food poisoning while you have been in Cuba. This is one of the main reasons why people fall ill on holiday abroad in Cuba. If you can prove that you have contracted food poisoning, you will be able to secure a payout.

Did you know that 250 different parasites, viruses, and bacteria can cause food poisoning? The main symptoms tend to be stomach cramps, vomiting, diarrhoea, and nausea. You may also have blood in your stool, joint aches, muscle aches, a headache, and a fever. In addition to this, food poisoning can also make you feel dehydrated. This then results in your throat and mouth feeling dry, with some people even feeling dizzy when they stand up.

There are some serious cases of food poisoning that can have more severe symptoms than mentioned above. This includes the likes of weakness, tingling, and double vision or blurred vision. These symptoms are rare but they can happen.

Cuban holiday slip or fall injury claims

We have all tripped over or slipped on something! A lot of us are lucky enough to get away with a little bruise and it’s something we can laugh about. However, other people are not as fortunate. Some falls, slips and trips can result in really bad injuries. If this has happened to you, and the incident was not in any way your fault, then you’ll most likely be in a position to claim compensation.

Claims for cycling, excursions, and other activities in Cuba

People take lots of boat tours and excursions as well as cycling tours in Cuba. Make sure all activities are well regulated and that the activity and provider are covered by your travel insurance. If this is the case, and you have been injured while taking an excursion or doing any sort of activity, you will be able to claim. We have helped many people to launch holiday accident claims in Cuba because they have not been given the correct equipment or information.

Road traffic accidents and car crash claims in Cuba

Road traffic accidents are a common occurrence in Cuba. From bicycle accidents to car crashes, they can occur in a number of different ways. Thankfully, most people do not end up seriously hurt, but there are cases when people suffer lifelong injuries. If you have been injured in some kind of road traffic accident in Cuba that was not your fault all you need to do is get in touch with Legal Expert and we will make sure you get the money you are entitled to.

When gathering evidence for such claims, it is important to make sure you get the contact details of the person that caused the car accident in Cuba. As well as this you need to make note of everything that happened and keep any and all receipts of any and all costs you have had to incur as a result of the injury. This can be costs arising from medical expenses to those that come from travel costs. You will be able to claim for these as special damages

Do I need to use a Cuban solicitor or lawyer?

The simple answer to this question is no. A good number of people assume they are going to need to use a Cuban solicitor to launch their claim. However, you can use the services of a company based in the UK, like Legal Expert. Technology has made this possible!

No win no fee holiday accident solicitors for claims in Cuba

One of the vital decisions you need to make is selecting a law firm and consequently a solicitor to help you with your case. There is a lot to take into account when it comes to making this decision and one of the first things you will need to assess is whether to go for a traditional solicitor or a No Win, No Fee holiday accident solicitor. This section reveals why the latter option is recommended.

To begin with, let’s take a look at the monetary side of things. A traditional solicitor can typically be expensive and there is a lot of risk associated with going down this route. People understandably worry about spending such a large amount of money when there is the risk that they may lose their case and thus essentially all of the money spent will have been wasted. This is something you need not fret about with one of the No Win, No Fee solicitors we provide, since the payment structure is entirely different. Not only is risk minimised, but also you actually do not need any money to begin make your accident claim.

Because of this, you can be sure that a No Win, No Fee solicitor will only take on your claim if they genuinely believe you have a strong chance of getting compensation. You cannot be sure that this will be the case with a traditional solicitor, as they will still be paid the same amount regardless. This also ensures you benefit from a better service and your accident claim will receive the level of attention it deserves.

When you take these points into consideration it is not hard to see why a No Win, No Fee solicitor is the best option. Here at Legal Expert, all of the solicitors we match with work on this basis. Give us a call today to begin make your claim.

Top 16 biggest cities in Cuba

Cuba is home to a great selection of cities. Below, we will look at the top 16 biggest cities based on population. Havana is by far the biggest, with a population of over two million. Santiago de Cuba, the second biggest city, has a population of 433,099, showing just how big Havana is.

Here is the list of the top 16 in full:

  1. Havana
  2. Santiago de Cuba
  3. Camaguey
  4. Holguin
  5. Guantanamo
  6. Santa Clara
  7. Las Tunas
  8. Bayamo
  9. Cienfuegos
  10. Pinar del rio
  11. Matanzas
  12. Clego de Avila
  13. Sancti Spiritus
  14. Manzanillo
  15. Cardenas
  16. Palma Soriano

How to start a claim for a holiday accident in Cuba

When making an accident, one of the most vital decisions you need to make is what law firm to use. Read on to discover five reasons why we are the best choice…

Experience

We boast a huge amount of experience in the industry. We have spent many years successfully helping personal injury victims get the compensation they deserve. We have worked on a diverse array of cases, with the following being a mere handful…

  • Car crash claims
  • Repetitive strain injury
  • Criminal injury cases
  • Holiday accidents
  • Construction accidents
  • Vibration white finger
  • Industrial deafness
  • Motorbike accidents
  • Slips, trips and falls
  • Food poisoning cases
  • Product liability claims
  • Passenger accidents
  • … And much, much more!

No Win, No Fee service

All of the injury solicitors we provide work on a No Win, No Fee basis. This presents many benefits. You do not need any money to begin your claim and financial risk is minimised substantially.

Impeccable reputation

All you need to do is read the reviews on our website to see that we have an exceptional reputation in the industry. This should reassure you that our service is one of the best you will find.

Legal helpline

We have a helpline available, which you can call and get free Cuba holiday illness or accident advice. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch. One of our advisers will happily assist you and ensure you are matched to the best Legal Expert solicitor for your case specifically. Call us today on 0800 073 8804.

Customer care

Last but not least, we appreciate how difficult of a time you could be experiencing if you are thinking about making a Cuba holiday accident claim. Not only do you have the injury itself to be worried about, but also if you have never made an accident claim before it can be quite daunting. We do everything in our power to ensure you no longer feel this way. Our service is centred on making sure the claim is resolved as quickly and smoothly as possible.

Useful links

We hope you have found this guide useful while looking for information on holiday accident claims in Cuba. However, if you require any more information, the details below may be of assistance.

British Embassy Havana

Calle 34 no. 702 esq 7ma
Miramar
Playa
Havana
La Habana
11300
Cuba

Tel: +53 7214 2200

Web: www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-havana

Opening hours: 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 1pm Friday (excluding public holidays)

British consular services in Cuba

Cuban British Consulate – You can reach their website here.

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More on Accident Claiming Abroad – When it comes to making claims for foreign holiday accidents, this guide is likely to be interesting reading for you.

Package Tours and Holidays – Claims Guide – This guide we have written on package holidays should certainly help if you’ve booked via a tour operator.