Cycle accident compensation claims
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. The latest road accident statistics (2004) 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.
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If you wish
to make an enquiry about a claim, please complete our online form or
telephone our helpline number for immediate advice:
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is managed by Winston Solicitors who are regulated by the
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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.
Here we summarise
the situation:
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If you are a cyclist who has been involved in an accident
that you believe was not your fault – you can and should claim compensation.
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You will usually only be able to instruct a solicitor if
you suffered injury. This is because your solicitors cannot recover legal costs
on a property damage only claim (unless damages exceed £5000 which for a cycle
case is unlikely)
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You should seek medical advice on any injury sustained
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You should obtain a repair estimate for the damaged bicycle
OR a replacement quotation
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You may be able to claim “loss of use” whilst the cycle is
off the road
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You should be able to recover all travel expenses incurred
whilst the cycle is off the road or immobile, provided you have retained the
receipts
We can help with
any cyclist compensation claim and would be happy to speak with you about
pursuing a claim. Call us today for immediate advice.
More statistics and facts about cycling
Motor accident news
Tips on making yourself visible to motorists
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more road accident solicitor site links
car accident compensation claim -
what to do after an accident - types
of claim
 - vehicle
damage claims - bus
passenger compensation claims
- hit and run accidents - legal
fees who pays? - whiplash injury claim -
pedestrian accident advice -
uninsured driver claim -
car accident compensation
Useful external web links
cycle training UK -
lifecycle org -
cycling for all -
audax uk -
bike magic -Department for Transport
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Direct.gov.uk - Highway
Code - Biking Helmet Initiative Trust -
WHO helmet initiative -
Biking Helmet Safety Institute
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