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Manchester Metrolink tram - tram accident claims

Tram accident? We'll get you back on track.

Every day, we help hundreds of people across the UK claim the compensation they deserve after a tram accident.

No Win, No Fee1
50,000+ customers helped2
£100m+ recovered each year3

50k+2

Customers helped

£100m+3

Recovered per year

4.9/5

Trustpilot rating

10+

Years of experience

Real reviews

What our clients say

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Tram injuries we handle

Injury types we can help with

Trams weigh up to 54 tonnes, when things go wrong, the injuries can be devastating. Whatever you're dealing with, we've handled public transport accident claims like yours before.

Head Brain

Head & brain trauma

Concussions, skull fractures, and traumatic brain injuries from being thrown against metal poles, windows, or hard surfaces inside the tram.

Broken Bone

Broken bones & fractures

Arms, legs, ribs, and spines, the sudden impact and crushing forces in tram accidents break bones severely, often requiring surgery.

Spine

Spinal & back injuries

Spinal damage that can leave people paralysed or with long-term mobility problems. Your back wasn't designed to handle tram collision forces.

Wound

Crushing injuries

Passengers trapped between doors, under derailed carriages, or pinned against platforms. These can lead to amputations or permanent damage.

Electric Shock

Electrical burns

Contact with overhead power lines causes excruciating injuries that take months to heal. These carry thousands of volts and are life-threatening.

Mental Health

Psychological trauma

Anxiety, PTSD, fear of public transport. The mental impact of a tram accident is a real injury that deserves real compensation.

Important information

1 If your claim succeeds, a success fee of 42% incl. VAT will be charged. If you cancel after the 14-day cancellation period, a cancellation fee may apply.

2 Cumulative customers helped, based on Claimsline records.

3 Aggregate annual compensation recovered by our solicitor panel. Individual outcomes vary.

Claimsline Group Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in respect of regulated claims management activities (FRN 831196).

Claimsline Group Ltd is a claims management company and receives a referral fee for introducing customers to a solicitor. Any solicitor we recommend you to is an independent professional from whom you will receive impartial and confidential guidance. You are free to choose another solicitor.

You are not required to use a claims management company to make a personal injury claim. It is possible to present the claim yourself for free, either directly to the person you wish to claim against, or through an authorised person such as a solicitor.

Every tram accident is different. Your injuries, recovery and lost earnings all factor in.

How much compensation can you get?

Find out what you're owed

Minor brain or head injury

Range £2,070 – £11,980

Fractured cheekbone

Range £2,180 – £9,570

Serious shoulder injury

Range £11,980 – £18,020

Back injury (permanent)

Range £11,730 – £26,050

Hip or pelvis injury

Range £3,710 – £24,950

Fractured forearm

Range £6,190 – £18,020

Wrist injury

Range £3,310 – £44,690

Ankle injury

Range £12,900 – £46,980

Based on Judicial College Guidelines (17th edition, 2024). You can also claim for medical bills, lost earnings, rehabilitation and travel costs.

Making a claim shouldn't feel like another battle.

Three steps to your tram accident compensation

Start your claim

Tell us what happened.

Call or fill in the form. Takes two minutes
We listen to your story
Get clear next steps on the spot

We handle everything.

Dedicated Claims Manager assigned to you
Evidence gathered, insurers dealt with
You focus on getting better

Get your compensation.

Medical costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering
Every penny you're owed, nothing overlooked
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Common causes

What causes most tram accidents?

Tram accidents happen when operators, drivers, or maintenance teams fail in their duty of care. These are the most common causes we see.

Open Door

Door malfunctions

Doors trapping passengers or limbs

Car Crash

Tram collisions

Collisions with vehicles or other trams

Crosswalk

Pedestrian strikes

Pedestrians hit at crossings or tracks

Wrench

Track & maintenance failures

Derailments from poor track upkeep

Electric Bolt

Electrical hazards

Overhead power line contact or faults

Speeding Car

Driver error

Speeding, poor training, or negligence

If you've been hurt in a tram accident that wasn't your fault, you deserve compensation. We also handle bus accident claims and train accident compensation, we fight for every penny you're owed.

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No Win, No Fee¹ — a success fee of 42% incl. VAT will be charged for a successful claim. If you cancel after the 14-day cancellation period, you may be required to pay a cancellation fee.

Common questions

Tram accident claims FAQ

Everything you need to know about making a tram accident claim. Can't find your answer? Call us on 0333 006 8282.

If the tram operator, driver, or transport company caused your accident through negligence, whether it's operator error, mechanical failure, or poor maintenance, you deserve compensation. Trams weigh up to 54 tonnes, and when things go wrong the injuries can be devastating.

We see tram accident victims struggling with medical bills, time off work, and the stress of dealing with transport authorities. None of that should be your burden. Call us on 0333 006 8282. It's No Win, No Fee¹.

Absolutely. As a passenger, you've paid for safe transport. When the tram operator fails to deliver that, they owe you compensation. Keep your ticket as proof you were on board, along with any receipts for medical costs and travel expenses caused by the accident.

Compensation depends on your injuries and circumstances. Minor head injuries typically range from £2,070-£11,980, while serious spinal or crushing injuries can be worth significantly more. Whiplash injury claims are also common after tram accidents. You can also claim for lost earnings, medical bills, and travel costs.

Yes. Pedestrian accident claims make up the majority of tram accident cases. If the driver failed to stop in time, was travelling too fast, or ignored safety protocols, you have a strong case. You don't need to prove fault alone, that's exactly what we do for you.

Yes. If a tram driver made a mistake, running a red signal, taking a corner too fast, not stopping in time, then the tram operator is liable. This covers car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and cycling accidents where a tram caused the collision.

Tram operators have deep pockets and specialist legal teams. We know exactly how to handle them and won't let them pin the blame on you.

You have three years from your accident date to start your claim. Don't wait though. Evidence disappears, CCTV gets deleted, and witnesses forget details over time. The sooner you start, the stronger your claim becomes.

The UK operates eight tram systems including Manchester Metrolink, Sheffield Supertram, and Nottingham Express Transit. The Office of Rail and Road reports hundreds of tram-related incidents each year, including collisions with vehicles and pedestrians.

Trams weigh up to 54 tonnes and cannot stop quickly, making accidents particularly serious. If you've been injured in a tram accident that wasn't your fault, you deserve compensation.

Why Claimsline

Why trust Claimsline with your tram accident claim?

Claims Manager

One dedicated Claims Manager

From day one. They know your case inside out. No repeating your story to multiple different people.

Proven track record

Proven track record

Our solicitor panel is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Over a decade of getting people the compensation they deserve.

Trustpilot rating

4.9/5 on Trustpilot

Thousands of reviews. 50,000+ customers helped. Over a decade of experience getting people what they deserve.

No Win, No Fee¹ icon

No Win, No Fee¹

You pay absolutely nothing upfront. We only get paid when you do. The financial risk sits with us.

Decades of experience

Decades of experience

We help hundreds of people throughout the UK each day. Our working partners recover over £100 million in compensation each year.

Solicitor connection

Same-day solicitor connection

Most of the time, we can connect you with a specialist tram accident solicitor on the same call.

Every day, we help hundreds of people across the UK claim the compensation they deserve after a tram accident.

Don't let a transport operator's negligence cost you thousands. We fight for every penny you're owed, and there are no upfront costs*.

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