Road accidents

Are drivers always liable when hitting a pedestrian?

It is often assumed that when a car hits a pedestrian, the driver is automatically responsible. In many situations, that assumption is partly correct —…

Bicycle accident in Amsterdam West

Can compensation be reduced if you were partly at fault?

Separate the cause of the accident from the extent of your injuries. A partial-fault allegation needs an explanation and evidence.

Car vs bicycle accident: who is legally responsible?

Collisions between cars and bicycles are common in the Netherlands. With busy urban traffic, narrow streets and increasing e-bike usage, accidents happen quickly — often…

Cyclist hit by a car door (dooring accident): what are your rights?

A dooring accident happens in a split second. A parked driver opens their car door without checking, and a passing cyclist has no time to…

Electric bike accidents: are the rules different?

Electric bikes have become a normal part of Dutch traffic. From commuters to elderly riders, e-bikes allow higher speeds with less physical effort. But when…

Fell from your bicycle because of a road defect: can you claim?

A pothole or damaged cycle path can raise different liability questions from a collision. Learn what evidence helps establish a claim.

Hit-and-run injuries: what if the driver cannot be identified?

An unknown or uninsured driver does not always end your claim. Understand the Dutch guarantee fund and the evidence to preserve.

Injured as a passenger in a friend’s car: what happens next?

Being injured in a car accident is stressful enough. But when the driver is a friend, partner or family member, the situation can feel even…

Injured on a bus, tram or metro: what should you record?

A sudden stop, closing door or fall while boarding needs careful documentation. Identify the operator and preserve the journey details.

Injured on a rental bicycle in the Netherlands: who handles the claim?

A rental agreement, travel insurance and the other road user’s liability can all matter after a cycling accident during a visit.

Injured while making a delivery: a traffic claim, a work claim or both?

Delivery riders can face overlapping traffic, employment and insurance questions. Start with the accident and your actual working arrangements.

International truck accident in Amsterdam

Rear-end collision: who is usually at fault?

Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of traffic accidents. One vehicle strikes the back of another, often at traffic lights, in slow-moving traffic…

Scooter, moped or motorcycle injury: why the vehicle category matters

The label “scooter” can describe different vehicles. Establish the legal category before assessing insurance and liability.

Traffic accident at an intersection: how fault is determined

Intersections are one of the most common locations for traffic accidents. Vehicles cross paths, traffic lights change, cyclists and pedestrians move in different directions —…

Truck accident evidence: what should be preserved early?

Truck claims may involve a driver, operator, trailer owner and foreign insurer. Preserve the details that connect them to the collision.

What to do after a car accident in the Netherlands: legal steps explained

Who is liable in a multi-vehicle car accident?

A collision involving two vehicles is usually straightforward. A rear-end impact, a missed priority sign — liability is often relatively clear. But when three or…