Princes Street in Edinburgh

Road traffic accident injury claims

At RTA Law, we’re committed to doing everything we can to reduce the number of accidents on our roads. However, no matter how many road safety initiatives we support, accidents will happen.

The road traffic solicitors at RTA Law have represented many injured drivers and passengers in road traffic accident compensation claims. If you or a loved one has been injured in a road traffic accident, it’s vital to seek expert legal advice, preferably from a lawyer with a specialist knowledge of road traffic accident cases.

Hospital ward

Road traffic accident injuries

We work closely with our clients and are backed up by a team of expert witnesses, highly qualified lawyers, Advocates and top accident & emergency, medical and surgical consultants. We aim to ensure your road traffic injury compensation claim results in the best possible outcome for you and your family.

Rehabilitation from a road traffic accident injury

Road traffic accident rehabilitation

At RTA Law, we firmly believe in the long-term benefits of rehabilitation; the earlier rehabilitation is provided, the better the outcome. We want to get you back on your feet as soon as possible.

Changing Solicitors

Changing Solicitors

If you’ve been involved in a road traffic accident, it helps to have a highly experienced road traffic accident lawyer on your side. Having one that specialises in these types of cases is even better. Always choose your own Lawyer, don't let your insurer decide and appoint one for you.

Law Courts

No Win, No Fee

We will fund your case from start to finish. You will not have to put your hand in your pocket to pay for medical reports, police statements, re-construction accident reports and all the other outlays which must be incurred to enable us to investigate and present your case. If your case is settled without going to Court, we recover the outlays from the third party insurer so no charge is made to you for these expenses.

Our Recent Client Stories

David - Tractor w/ Snow Plough

David hit by tractor with snow plough

David was driving to work when a tractor suddenly collided with the side of his vehicle at a junction near Banff in Aberdeenshire.

Frederick Street, Edinburgh

Zebra crossings are not always safe havens

Rob was involved in a road traffic accident on 15th March around midnight. He was on his way home after having a couple drinks in an Edinburgh bar with friends

Knocked over on pelican crossing

On a Sunday afternoon in December Ms G, a primary teacher, was making her way home. She utilised a staggered Pelican Crossing in order to safely cross Glasgow Road.

Car mounts pavement and hits pedestrian

Philippa Hope approached Jodi Gordon at a walking and cycling event in October and described how she had been involved in a road traffic incident in January. 



What our clients say.

"Excellent and caring service. Very professional but also very friendly and efficient with the client's interests at the forefront of all interactions. Special thanks to Zara and her team."
Dave Naismith
"Very lovely to deal with, took time to explain everything and felt nothing was an issue. Can’t thank all the staff enough."
Ashley Farquharson
"Quick, smooth and very straight forward. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Very responsive to my calls and wouldn't hesitate to you use them again if the need arises, although hopefully not!"
Charlie O’Hara

Latest News

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News RTA Law
August 17, 2026

E-scooters are becoming increasingly common on Scotland's roads and pavements, yet privately owned models remain illegal to ride in public. With accidents rising and compensation claims exceeding £110 million, is

Solicitor reviewing AI-generated legal instructions and professional responsibility considerations.

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June 10, 2026

Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini are increasingly influencing how clients communicate with their solicitors. While AI offers significant efficiencies, recent cases involving fabricated legal authorities highlight

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Specialist Scottish Borders solicitors now helping drivers after car accidents

News RTA Law
May 21, 2026

RTA Law LLP has launched a specialist legal service for drivers involved in road traffic collisions across the Scottish Borders, offering expert no win no fee representation and tailored personal

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