Disputes & Compensation
Life in Türkiye sometimes brings the unexpected: a traffic accident, an insurance claim, a dispute with a contractor or a landlord. Your position is assessed under Turkish law, and the claim is pursued or defended on a clear footing.
When something goes wrong
Accidents, insurance problems and disputes with a contractor, landlord or supplier can affect anyone living on the coast. The first step is a clear assessment of your position under Turkish law: what happened, what can be claimed or must be answered, and the realistic options. Foreign residents in Fethiye, Bodrum and Marmaris are assisted on the same basis as local clients.
Compensation and insurance claims
Claims arising from a traffic accident or personal injury, and disputes where an insurer declines or under-pays a claim, are pursued through negotiation and, where necessary, the courts. The evidence and the policy or liability position are reviewed before a course of action is recommended.
Contract, consumer and debt matters
Disputes with developers, landlords, suppliers and service providers, along with consumer issues and the recovery of debts through enforcement proceedings (icra), are handled with the aim of a practical resolution. Litigation is used where it is the right tool, not as the first resort.
A note on accuracy
Outcomes in disputes depend on the facts, the evidence and the applicable law, and procedures change over time. The above is general; for an assessment of a specific matter, please contact the office.
How we help
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Contract and consumer disputes, including with developers, landlords and service providers.
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Traffic accident and personal injury compensation claims.
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Insurance claims and disputes over cover.
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Debt recovery and enforcement proceedings (icra).
FAQ
- I had a traffic accident in Türkiye. Can I claim compensation?
- Compensation may be available depending on fault and the loss suffered. The evidence and liability position are reviewed before a claim is advised.
- My insurer rejected my claim. What can I do?
- A refused or under-paid claim can often be challenged, through negotiation or the courts, once the policy terms and facts are reviewed.
- I have a dispute with my landlord or contractor. Can you help?
- Yes. Contract and consumer disputes, including with landlords and developers, are assessed and pursued or defended under Turkish law.
- How does debt recovery or enforcement (icra) work?
- Debts can be pursued through enforcement proceedings (icra), following a defined procedure. The right approach depends on the debt and the debtor's position.
- Will my case have to go to court?
- Not necessarily. Many matters are resolved through negotiation; court proceedings are used where they are the appropriate route.
- Can you act if I am abroad?
- Many steps can be handled through a power of attorney, so it is often possible to pursue or defend a claim without travelling.
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