Accident

[jennyjoan]

Two little boys have had accidents about 7 months ago (same accident). They are doing well but are wearing cages on one leg due to multiple fractures.

They will be due a big claim - can any monies be paid to them via their mother or do they wait until they are 18 if it is held in a trust for them.

[barry1010]

It is usually held in trust but the trust can be used before they reach the age it is due for essential expenses such as tuition fees, physiotherapy etc

[barry1010]

Be aware that it can take 5 years or more before any claim is settled.

[jennyjoan]

could any of it be used to buy a new car (for them)

[barry1010]

Depends on whether it is decided that a new car is essential for them.

[barry1010]

Are the in the UK, NI or Ireland?

[fiction-factory]

Is it a car for them to drive when they get to 17 or does mum need a specially adapted car now to drive them round in- if the latter then that should be included in the claim. Claimant solicitors rarely miss a trick and will possibly have asked for a new house or major alterations

[barry1010]

This is how it works in NI
https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/compensation-awarded-minor

[jennyjoan]

thanks for your answers