Bicycle Accidents

In 2005, there were more than 16,000 accidents involving cyclists that resulted in personal injuries. Cyclists are often overlooked on the roads. Yet as legitimate users, drivers have a duty of care towards them.

Claiming Compensation for a Bicycle Accident
Bicycle Accident and Driver Negligence
Bicycle Accident and Road Conditions
Bicycle Accident Compensation Claim: Your Questions Answered

Claiming Compensation for a Bicycle Accident

In 2005, 16,561 bicycle riders were injured in accidents. Unfortunately, bike accidents often result in serious injuries. In order to win a claim for compensation for injuries you have sustained as a result of a bicycle accident, your solicitor will need to prove that someone else was responsible for the accident. As a rider you have to contend not only with car drivers who often show no respect for you but with roads that are often poorly maintained and represent a real hazard. If you feel that your accident was not your fault, you should contact us as soon as possible on 0800 037 1260 or by completing our online claim form. Based on the information you provide us, we will be able to assess your claim for FREE and advise you on its chances of succeeding and how to proceed.

Bicycle Accident and Driver Negligence

Any road user has a duty of care to other road users. They must drive responsibly and carefully not to endanger the life or well being of others. Car drivers seldom account for cyclists and often claim "I didn't see them". This is not always a valid excuse as drivers are responsible for every one's safety. When assessing your claim, your solicitor will evaluate whether they will be able to prove that there was negligence on the part of the other driver. If instructed by you to act on your behalf, they will submit a claim for compensation to the other driver's insurance company.

In order to assess your claim, we will collect as much information from you as possible in order to give you the best possible advice on how to proceed. Contact us now on 0800 037 1260 for a FREE assessment of your case or use our online form.

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Bicycle Accident and Road Conditions

Bicycle accidents do not necessarily involve other road users. By the very nature of your bike, you as a rider are particularly susceptible to the state of the road. Raised pot holes, spillages such as sand, oil, or damage caused by roadworks or poor maintenance. In many cases you will be able to pursue a claim for personal injuries against a contractor or road maintenance company or against a local council for failing to ensure that they keep roads in a safe condition.

For a thorough assessment of your claim, contact us on 0800 037 1260 or submit the details of your claim online.

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Bicycle Accident Compensation Claim: Your Questions Answered

I was the victim of a Hit and Run Accident. Can I still claim?

YES. If you could not get the details of the other driver, you could still submit a claim for personal injury compensation under the Motor Insurers Bureau Untraced Driver Agreement.

I was the victim of an accident but the other driver was not insured. Will I still receive compensation?

YES. Under the Motor Insurers Bureau Uninsured Driver Agreement, you could still be able to submit a claim for compensation.

Is there anything I can do to help my case?

YES. An important part of the claiming process will be to collect evidence against the other party to prove they have been negligent. The information we collect from you during the assessment stage of your claim will help us establish that evidence.

When will I receive compensation?

Claims for personal injury compensation can vary in length depending on a wide number of factors. On average you should expect your case to last at least 12 months from the moment it was submitted.

I would lile to claim compensation, what should I do next?

CONTACT US. Use our online claim form, ask us to call you back or call us on 0800 037 1260. We will take the details of your accident and pass them on to a Forum Law solicitor who will be able to advise you on your claim.