A compensation claim depends on evidence collected immediately after the accident and compliance with insurance notification procedures.
Keep the police documents, photographs, repair estimates, medical records and all correspondence. Do not agree the final amount before the scope of loss has been checked.
What should be documented?
The evidence should connect the accident, liability and each category of loss. For personal injury, treatment records and expenses should be preserved from the beginning.
- accident documents and photographs
- insurance notices
- independent assessment or repair estimate
- medical and payment records
When may court proceedings be needed?
Litigation may be considered after a refusal, underpayment or delay, but the defendant, limitation period and amount claimed must be checked first.
- obtain the insurer’s written position
- calculate principal loss and related claims
- identify all responsible parties
Documents and facts to prepare
- police records
- insurance policy and notices
- photos and videos
- damage assessment
- receipts and medical records
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Frequently asked questions
Should the vehicle be repaired before inspection?
Repairs may affect proof of damage. Coordinate inspection and evidence preservation before material changes where possible.
Can non-financial damage be claimed?
It may be possible in appropriate circumstances, but the legal basis and evidence require a case-specific assessment.
Official sources
Check the current text of Ukrainian law in the Verkhovna Rada legislation database and court decisions in the Unified State Register of Court Decisions.