What Is a Cycle Accident Claim?
According to a GOV.UK report, in 2022, 91 pedal cyclists were killed in Great Britain, whilst 4,056 were reported to be seriously injured and 11,546 slightly injured.
If you have been hurt in a cycle accident that was the result of someone else’s negligence you may be able to claim compensation. Some of the most common bike accidents are:
- Road traffic collisions where a motor vehicle collides with a cyclist.
- Potholes or road defects cause a cycle accident.
- Car door collisions, where a driver hits a cyclist with their car door.
Cycling accident claims can be complex and it’s important that if you decide to make a claim, you instruct a specialist cycling accident solicitor to represent you and get you the compensation you deserve.
Specialist Cycle Accident Solicitors You Can Trust
Everyone is entitled to ride their bicycle on the roads in safety. Our cycle accident solicitors understand the emotional and psychological strain and stress a bike accident can cause, and therefore are empathetic and understanding with all their clients.
It is important you choose a specialist personal injury solicitor with a proven track record of handling complex accident and injury cases.
From the start of your claim, our cycle accident solicitors will guide and support you through the claims process with compassion and understanding. We offer a free consultation to discuss your personal injury story, and we will signpost you to the best possible support for you based on your situation.
If we take your case on, we will explain everything to you clearly, offer support, and help you find a suitable funding option for your claim. We will aim to provide straight forward advice that seeks to limit both legal and medical jargon, to ensure any stress and anxiety relating to the claim is kept to a minimum. Our personal injury team will be with you every step of the way. We want to ensure that you are properly looked after so we focus on you and your recovery as well as your compensation claim.
Can I Make a Cycle Accident Claim?
If you suffered an injured in an accident on the road that was someone else’s fault, you may be able to make a cycle accident compensation claim. To better understand the claims process, here’s what you can expect if you choose to pursue a claim:
- Generally, the injury will need to have occurred in the last 3 years although some exceptions do apply.
- You will need to be honest, and you need to tell us when, where and how you suffered your injury.
- We will listen, be sympathetic and listen to your story, and we will offer advice when suitable.
- We will help you gather all information and evidence needed for your case.
- We will then work with you to prove that your injury or illness was caused by someone else’s actions.
- We will work hard to help you receive interim payments where possible.
- We will try our best to use dispute resolution methods to keep your claim out of court.
- We can help with rehabilitation, therapy, and specialist medical care to help you get back on your feet.
- We can help get compensation for damage to personal property, vehicles and out of pocket expenses.
There are other factors that can impact your cycle accident claim which can be discussed when you contact our personal injury team. Fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496611 to book your free assessment today.
What to do if You Are Involved in a Cycling Accident
If you think you may have grounds for a cycling accident claim, take legal advice first. After determining your injury or illness was at the fault of someone else, you should then make a compensation claim with a qualified cycle accident solicitor who will be with you throughout the entire process.
- Contact our personal injury claims team and have a confidential discussion about your injury or illness.
- We will listen to your story and advise you on the best solution based on your situation. We will let you know if you are eligible to make a personal injury claim.
- We will then explain your options and talk you through the next steps.
If you think you have a claim and would like to speak to us, fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496611 to book your free assessment today.
Untraced Motorist
If the motorist failed to stop and you were unable to obtain the registration number of the vehicle, a claim can be pursued against the Motor Insurers Bureau. Generally, the accident must be reported to the police within 14 days if claiming for personal injuries, or as soon as reasonably practicable. Failure to do so will jeopardise a claim.
Uninsured Motorist
If your injuries were caused by the negligent driving of an uninsured motorist, your claim could be referred to the Motor Insurers Bureau. These claims can be complex, and it is important to instruct an experienced solicitor.
No Win No Fee Cycle Accident Claim
Most of the cases we handle are on a no win, no fee* basis. Our dedicated team of no win, no fee solicitors, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), are committed to providing you with top-tier legal representation without the financial risk*. You can pursue your case confidently, knowing that you won’t incur any fees unless we win your case for you*.
Our personal injury team offer a free, no-obligation consultation. Our legal experts will assess the merits of your case and provide honest advice about its viability. Fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free appointment today.
Our Cycle Accident Solicitors
Our personal injury team cover the entirety of England and Wales, and have physical offices in:
- Sheffield
- Barnsley
- Rotherham
You can arrange appointments face to face, or we offer telephone or video call options available. If you can’t make it to our office, we could arrange for a member of the team to visit you at home. We can also make flexible appointments that can be arranged to fit around lunch breaks or work commitments.
Fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free appointment today.
Free Personal Injury Initial Appointment
Do you think you have a claim? Our Personal Injury team offer a free initial appointment on all types of potential compensation claims, big or small. Our compassionate and friendly Personal Injury team will discuss your concerns with you and will let you know as soon as we can whether we can help. We will first ask you to provide some basic information about what has happened and how. We will then take you through it step by step, at your own pace, and if we feel your claim warrants further investigation, a case will be opened, and your solicitor will go through your claim options with you.
Your initial appointment will be made by telephone, offering you complete flexibility. The appointment can be arranged to fit around lunch breaks or work commitments.
Fill out an appointment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free appointment today.
Cycle Accident Claims Frequently Asked Questions
Who can claim cycling accident compensation?
Anyone who has been involved in a bike accident which was someone else’s fault can make a claim for compensation.
How many cycle accident claims go to court?
Most claims reach a successful settlement before a final hearing at court. Your cycle accident solicitor would always prefer to settle the case before a court hearing so that you don’t have to give evidence on a witness stand. Our personal injury team have a reputation for proactively promoting dispute resolution options with claims, ensuring they do not reach a court room. This helps keep costs low and can speed up the claims process. It also reduces stress on the family involved. If your case does go to court, our solicitors will be with you every step of the way.
How long does an accident at work claim take?
The length of cycle accident claims varies considerably and are quite often affected by external factors, such as waiting for experts to complete their reports. It can also depend on how complex the case is, the issues that need to be investigated, and the extent of the evidence that needs to be gathered. In all appropriate cases, we will apply for interim payments.
How much compensation can I claim for a cycling accident?
It’s difficult to say initially how much compensation you’re likely to get for a cycling accident claim as it depends on how serious the injury is, the financial loss and the extent of the pain and suffering you’re likely to have in the future. We know exactly what compensation you’ll need to maximise recovery and future independence.
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