Claiming Compensation After the Liverpool Parade Crash
On 26 May 2025, thousands gathered to celebrate Liverpool FC’s victory parade, a day that should have been filled with excitement and pride. However, celebrations were cut short when a Ford Galaxy collided with the crowd on Water Street, injuring more than 100 people, including several children. What began as a moment of joy quickly turned into a scene of shock, chaos, and distress.
For those affected by this incident, understanding the legal avenues for seeking compensation and justice is crucial.
Bond Turner is currently advising individuals impacted by the events that unfolded during the parade and are available to support victims through the legal process.
On 26 November, the defendant in the criminal case, Paul Doyle, changed his plea to guilty at Liverpool Crown Court. The 54-year-old will be sentenced for 31 offences relating to his actions that day across 15 and 16 December.
If you or a loved one were affected by the Liverpool Parade Crash and would like to explore your legal rights, seeking specialist advice as soon as possible is strongly recommended.
Who can claim compensation?
Anyone who was injured in the Liverpool parade incident by the vehicle involved can claim compensation. This includes people who suffered physical injuries (such as broken bones, cuts, bruising, or more serious trauma) as well as those who sustained psychological injuries like anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Victims can seek compensation through personal injury claims against the responsible parties or via the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) if the injury was caused by a violent crime. Secondary victims who witnessed the event and suffered psychiatric injuries may also be eligible subject to a strictly enforced legal test.
What type of injuries can you claim compensation for?
You can claim compensation for a wide range of injuries sustained in the Liverpool parade incident, including:
- Physical injuries such as broken bones and fractures
- Cuts and lacerations
- Bruising and internal damage
- Psychological injuries including anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health impacts resulting from the trauma
Both physical and recognised psychological injuries are compensable if they resulted from the incident and supported by medical evidence.
Can I claim if I was a witness?
Certain categories of witnesses could be be in a position to claim for example if there was a reasonable contemplation of injury likely to be sustained or if the witness saw a loved one sustaining injury and has therefore suffered psychiatric harm as a result.
You can claim through:
- A personal injury claim against the responsible party
- The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) if the injury resulted from a violent crime
Why Bond Turner can help
Bond Turner are actively supporting a number of individuals who were injured during the events of the Liverpool FC Premier League victory parade.
The Liverpool FC parade attack has left many individuals grappling with physical and emotional injuries. If you or anyone you know was affected by the Liverpool FC parade crash, we encourage you to contact us for a free consultation. We will assess your case, explain your rights, and guide you through the legal process.
As a specialist personal injury and public liability firm headquartered in Liverpool Bond Turner has deep roots in supporting those harmed in large-scale public events.
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If you or a loved one suffered injury during the Liverpool parade, we can help. Call us on 0151 243 1020 or email liverpoolparade@bondturner.com