Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
Fleeing the scene of a road traffic accident dramatically aggravates criminal liability, triggers insurance recourse and can lead to a lifetime driving disqualification. It is worth understanding all the consequences – and knowing that simply driving away from the scene does not always constitute “fleeing” in the legal sense. Fleeing as a Sentencing Aggravation –…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
The European Accident Statement is a standard insurance form that allows a minor road traffic collision to be documented without calling the police. It is widely used in Poland and across all European Union member states. It is worth knowing how to complete it correctly and when it is genuinely appropriate to use it. What…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
A dashcam fitted in a car can be one of the most valuable pieces of evidence in a road traffic case – both for the injured party and for someone wrongly accused. It is worth knowing how a recording functions as evidence, how to preserve it properly and when a court may decline to give…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
Compensation for the Death of a Close Person in a Road Traffic Accident The death of a loved one in a road traffic accident is a tragedy that brings not only an irreplaceable loss but also serious financial consequences for the family. Polish law provides several distinct grounds for claims that may be available to…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
The insurer has paid out compensation, but the amount is clearly insufficient. This is a common situation – and it is not final. The injured party has a range of legal tools to effectively challenge an undervalued assessment and obtain full compensation. Why Insurers Undervalue Payouts Insurers operate under cost pressure and use a number…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
Drivers stopped after an accident with alcohol in their system sometimes claim they only drank after the incident – from stress, to calm down, while waiting for the police. Is this an effective line of defence? What This Line of Defence Involves Where the driver who caused the accident was genuinely sober at the time…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
A breathalyser is a device that can change a driver’s professional and personal life in a matter of seconds. It is worth knowing how a proper test is conducted, what rights you have during a check and when a breathalyser result can be effectively challenged. How a Breathalyser Works A breathalyser measures the concentration of…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
A road traffic accident is a situation in which stress and chaos can lead to decisions with serious legal consequences. The guide below sets out exactly what to do immediately after an incident – whether you are the driver responsible or the person injured. Step 1 – Stop Your Vehicle and Make the Scene Safe…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
A car lot (komis) is a popular way of selling used vehicles in Poland. Many participants in these transactions do not fully understand the legal role of the car lot, who is responsible for what, and what rights belong to the buyer and to the person who handed the car over for sale. Knowing these…
Maria Wójcicka
2026-09-07
The penalty points system is one of the primary tools for monitoring drivers in Poland. Many people do not fully understand how points are calculated, when they lead to loss of a driving licence and what can be done to remove them. Several common beliefs on the subject are simply wrong. How the Penalty Points…