Partner Knocked Off Bike
If your partner has been knocked off their bike, we understand the situation you are going through. As you navigate this challenging time and begin to process the incident,...
Bicycle Accident Compensation Calculator
If you or a loved one have been involved in a bicycle accident you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injuries. At Cyclinglawyer, we specialise in securing...
Do I have to have my operation via the NHS?
Question I was involved in a cycling accident last year and, as a result, I need to have an operation on my wrist. The car driver responsible for the...
The Key Changes to the Highway Code
A revised edition of the Highway Code will come into force on 29th January 2022 introducing rules on improving road safety, with the new hierarchy of road users being the...
A pedestrian caused my cycling accident, can I claim compensation?
I was cycling in Cardiff when a pedestrian ran out into the road causing me to lose control. I managed to swerve and not hit the boy but in...
Should I accept an early offer to settle my claim?
I was injured in a cycling accident 3 weeks ago and the third-party insurer has made an offer to settle, how do I know if I should accept the...
Cameron Tippings is now a qualified Solicitor
Cyclinglawyer is delighted to announce that Cameron Tippings has successfully completed his training and is now a qualified Solicitor. Cyclinglawyer is committed to training and developing the very best...
The Highway Code: Important changes for cyclists
The Highway Code was updated on 29 January 2022, the following changes are important for cyclists: Rule H1 Places greater responsibility on drivers of vehicles likely to cause the most...
How long until I receive compensation following my accident?
The length of time that it takes to receive compensation will depend on a number of factors. Initially we would take steps to identify the person responsible for the...
Should I change lawyers if they can’t guarantee I’ll win?
My solicitor says I have good prospect of success but refuses to guarantee we will win if we go to court, should I change lawyers? No, not if this...
Can Head Cam Footage Be Relied on in Court?
In short yes head cam footage is permissible in a civil and criminal court although in a criminal court the way in which it is presented would vary. In...
Horse Causes Accident
Question I was cycling down a country lane when a horse suddenly ran out of a field causing me to lose control of my bike and fall off. I...
What can I claim after a hit-and-run?
I was involved in a cycling accident and the car driver responsible left the scene. I sustained a serious injury and was in hospital for 7 nights. My solicitor...
How do I make a successful claim following a cycling accident?
Following a road traffic accident, the following steps should be taken to increase your chances of making a successful claim for personal injury: It goes without saying but in...
Hit by a car whilst cycling under the influence, can I claim?
Yes, whilst it is illegal to ride your bike if you were unfit to do so due to drugs or alcohol, you are still entitled to bring a civil...
How much compensation will I receive for a fractured leg?
To value claims the courts use a book called the JCG Guidelines for the Assessment of General Damages, which are published every two years, and which reflect awards across...
Cyclists on the road
Cyclists are second only to motorcyclists in terms of the road users most disproportionately affected by road traffic accidents in Great Britain. There were 17,550 reported accidents involving cyclists...
Insurer asks motorists to be more considerate when encountering cyclists
More Than Insurance says that claims for bodily vulnerable road users – including cyclists – have doubled in the past few months. The company’s head of car insurance, Gareth...
