PRACTICE AREA · 06

Damages claims and legal representation

Preparation of damages claims, communication with insurers and representation in proceedings.

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Adriana Vuković Law OfficeUpdated 8 October 2026.

How the office can assist

Damages and insurance claims

A damages claim requires a clear chronology, a legal basis and documents supporting responsibility and the scope of the claim.

Support may include preparing and submitting the claim, communicating with an insurer and representation if the matter proceeds to court.

Examples of legal support

Damages claims and legal representation

  • damages claims concerning personal or workplace injury
  • claims arising from breach of contractual obligations
  • submitting claims to insurance companies
  • communication and representation before insurers
  • representation in damages litigation
  • legal opinions and assessment of possible next steps

How an engagement begins

A considered assessment. A clear next step.

01

A short description

For an initial assessment, describe the situation, objective and key deadlines without sending confidential documents.

02

A potential conflict check

Before sensitive documents are exchanged, the office checks whether it may consider the matter.

03

Agreement on the next step

If the office may assist, the scope, communication method and engagement terms are agreed.

Common initial questions

Damages and insurance claims

Can the office communicate with an insurer?

Yes. Support may cover preparing the claim, communication and representation before an insurance company.

Can the work include court proceedings?

Yes. If the matter is not resolved outside court, the work may include preparing a claim and representation, subject to assessment and engagement.

What should the first enquiry contain?

Briefly describe the event, date, consequences, parties and whether an insurer or earlier correspondence is involved. Do not send sensitive documents before the initial check.

THE FIRST STEP

A considered assessment. A clear next step.

Send a short description so the office can assess whether it can assist and suggest a possible next step.