If you have been injured in an accident while on holiday then this episode of our Do Yourself Justice video podcast is for you.
In this video guide on how to make a holiday accident compensation claim, host Danny Lawrence is joined by Carly Sylvester, a Chartered Legal Executive and award-winning personal injury specialist at Slee Blackwell Solicitors.
Carly was named Young Achiever of the Year at the Personal Injury Awards 2023 and shortlisted for Rising Star at the DASLS Awards 2024. With expertise in holiday-related injury claims, Carly brings real insight and compassion to the world of personal injury.
This episode covers a wide range of important holiday issues, including:
- How to make a successful holiday accident or sickness claim
- What counts as valid evidence
- How to report injuries at your hotel or resort
- Why travel insurance matters – and what it really covers
- What to do if you’ve been injured while on a package holiday
- Who is legally liable — is it the UK tour operator?
- Why jurisdiction is crucial in deciding whether your case can be brought in the UK
- How to claim under the Montreal Convention for air travel incidents
- Medical tourism: What happens if a cosmetic procedure goes wrong abroad?
- What to do if you are assaulted by hotel staff
- The importance of reporting issues while you’re still on holiday
- How using a credit card to book your trip may offer legal advantages under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act
- Why independent travellers have fewer legal protections than package holidaymakers
Carly shares her real-world experience handling a variety of holiday claims, from minor injuries to high-value claims involving serious injury or illness. This episode is packed with practical tips, stories from the legal frontline, and clear advice on how to prepare for the worst (without ruining your trip).
Whether you’ve been injured abroad, had a hotel disaster, or just want to know where you stand if something goes wrong, this episode is for you.
For further guidance on how to make a holiday accident compensation claim, contact us for a free consultation.
