A compensation claim arises where you have suffered material or non-material damage through another party's act or omission. The law office of Goran Iliev in Skopje represents clients in compensation proceedings — both before insurance companies and before the competent courts.

Types of recoverable damage

  • Material damage — damage to a vehicle or property, medical costs, lost earnings
  • Non-material damage — physical pain, fear and mental distress
  • Damage from a traffic accident
  • Damage from a workplace injury
  • Damage from an unfulfilled contractual obligation

How the claim is handled

  • Assessing the basis and the realistic value of the claim
  • Gathering medical and other supporting documentation
  • An out-of-court demand to the insurer or the liable party
  • Court proceedings where out-of-court recovery does not succeed

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of damage can be claimed?

Both material and non-material. Material damage covers actual costs and lost earnings; non-material damage concerns pain, fear and reduced quality of life.

Should I approach the insurance company first?

In many cases the process begins with an out-of-court demand to the insurer. If the amount offered is inadequate or the claim is refused, court proceedings are the next step.

What if the amount offered seems too low?

An insurer's offer is not final. Before accepting, it is worth having the value of the claim independently assessed.

How long do proceedings take?

Out-of-court recovery is considerably faster than litigation. The timeline depends on the complexity of the case and whether expert assessment is needed.

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