Cycle accident compensation claims

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If you have suffered an injury whilst travelling on a bike / bicycle or cycle on the road, you might be entitled to claim compensation. It is estimated that there are now more than 3 million cyclists on Britain's roads.

Many factors have led to an increase in the numbers of cyclists. Rising petrol costs, the desire for people to be more eco-friendly, the congestion charge (London), greater health awareness and a need to exercise have all led to a surge in popularity. It would however be safe to say that cycling is far more dangerous than any other form of transport.

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The latest road accident statistics (2006) revealed that 136 cyclists were killed on Britain’s roads. There are many thousands of minor to moderate accidents that generally are not recorded because the injuries are insignificant.

Pedal cyclist casualties fell from 16,561 in 2005 to 16,196, a drop of 2%. The number of cyclists killed or seriously injured fell by 1% overall to 2296, and the number of fatalities fell marginally by 1% to 146.

More on cycle accidents in the UK Cyclists are vulnerable for the same reasons as motorcyclists, other road users very often simply fail to spot them before a collision occurs. Busy roundabouts tend to be the most common location where cycle accidents occur.

Side road collisions are also very common because drivers entering the main road usually only look for other vehicles.

To add insult to injury most cyclists do not have any idea of where to go to make a compensation claim if they do have a crash. Most do not have the benefit of cycle insurance or legal cover which might allow them to male a claim.

Often, claimants can be left in the dark about what they can and cant claim for.