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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 Davies, said: “Bike sales have boomed during lockdown… but unfortunately, our data shows this has prompted an increase in car insurance claims for injured cyclists. “As […]
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 in 2018 (the most up-to-date figures currently available). 4,106 of these accidents involved serious injuries and 13,345 involving less severe injuries. 99 cyclists were killed on […]
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 the country. This sets out injuries by type and by severity. The more severe the injury the more you get. For leg fractures, awards vary significantly […]
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 claim for your injuries. As with any personal injury claim, you would have to establish that the car driver had been negligent. However, whilst you would […]
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 case of serious injury then someone needs to call 999; Even if it’s not a 999 scenario you should report the accident to the police using […]
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 advised me to bring a claim against the MIB but said that the MIB will not pay for property damage. Is this correct? Answer No, your […]
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 fractured my arm and have been off work since the accident. The owner of the horse says she has no money and that I’m wasting my […]
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 pursuing a civil case the video footage would be disclosed by your solicitor far in advance of a trial. This means that if you had supportive […]
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 is your only concern. Few cases are clear cut and the ones that are rarely end up in court. Lawyers are trained in determining prospects of […]
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 accident. If the person can be traced, we would then seek to establish liability. One of the main factors responsible for delaying settlement negotiations is incomplete […]
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 harm in the event of a collision. This principle applies most strongly to drivers of large goods and passenger vehicles, vans/minibuses, cars/taxis and motorcycles. Cyclists, horse […]
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 legal talent to further strengthen our specialist cycling accident law firm, dedicated to getting injured cyclists the maximum possible compensation after accidents on the road.
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 offer? We recommend that you contact a solicitor that specialises in cycling injury claims, they will be able to advise in relation to whether or not […]
