You must have suffered from a whiplash injury in no longer than the last 2 years. (Unless you are under 18, See Claiming for Children). 2. The accident must have been partially or fully caused by somebody else. You can also claim as a passenger. 3. Gather any evidence about the circumstances of the accident and your injury. Include photos, witnesses’ details from the incident or statements, as well as any medical reports. 4. You will need the Medical Report to support your claim before you can pursue it. Your whiplash injury will be proved with this report, it’s an assessment and diagnosis of the symptoms you are suffering from. 5. It’s best to see your doctor as soon as possible to receive the right treatment. Your treating doctor may also need you to go for an MRI, CT or X-Ray to confirm the diagnosis.