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Cycle Accident Compensation Claims

You may be eligible for compensation if you have been injured in a cycle accident caused by someone else’s negligence.

 
 
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What is a cycle accident?

A cycle accident describes any incident where a cyclist gets hurt or their bike is damaged, caused by a collision with another vehicle, obstacles on the road, or even poor road conditions.

Cycle accidents can often be caused by:

Am I eligible to make a claim?

You may have grounds for a claim if your accident was caused by circumstances beyond your control. Even if you were partly to blame, you might still be able to make a cycle accident compensation claim.

How much is my cycle accident claim worth?

Every accident is unique, and the compensation depends on the specific circumstances. Factors considered include:

  • The severity of your injuries
  • The impact the injuries have on your life
  • Loss of wages due to inability to work
  • Medical treatment costs
  • Travel costs associated with treatment
  • Cost of repairing or replacing your bicycle or other damaged property
  • The estimated recovery time needed

You may be able to make a claim if:

Who will pay for my cycling accident compensation?

The liable party will depend upon the situation. Potential scenarios include:

  • Another road user: In the case of a collision with a vehicle, you would file a claim against the responsible driver. Their insurance company would pay the compensation if your claim is successful.
  • Uninsured or untraceable driver: The Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) can still provide compensation in the case of an uninsured motorist or a hit-and-run accident.
  • Road conditions: If the local authority or relevant road maintenance organisation is responsible for a poorly kept road that caused the accident, you may be able to file a claim against them.

Common causes of cycle accidents

In a cycling accident claim, you can typically recover two main types of damages:

1. General Damages: This includes compensation for pain, suffering, and the loss of enjoyment in life due to your injuries.

2. Special Damages: These are specific financial losses incurred as a result of the accident, such as medical expenses (both current and future), loss of earnings if you’re unable to work, travel costs related to treatment, repair or replacement of your bike and any damaged property, and the cost of care or assistance needed due to your injuries.

For a free consultation, call us today on 0800 029 3849 or request a call back By filling the form, and we will connect you with a solicitor from our panel of solicitors who will be able to assess your case.

For a valid cycling injury compensation claim, you generally need to demonstrate the following:

1. Duty of Care: The other party owed you a duty of care, as all road users do towards each other.

2. Breach of Duty: They breached that duty through negligence or reckless actions.

3. Causation: The breach caused your accident and subsequent injuries.

Yes, you can still make a bike injury compensation claim through the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB), which compensates victims of uninsured or untraceable drivers.

Cyclists have the same rights to use the road as other vehicles. Motorists must give cyclists space and respect their right of way. The Highway Code provides guidance on safe cycling and outlines how motorists should interact with cyclists.

For a free consultation, call us today on 0800 029 3849 or request a call back By filling the form, and we will connect you with a solicitor from our panel of solicitors who will be able to assess your case.

The duration of a cycling injury claim varies and depends on several factors.

For a free consultation, call us today on 0800 029 3849 or request a call back By filling the form, and we will connect you with a solicitor from our panel of solicitors who will be able to assess your case.

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Don’t hesitate to seek assistance if you’ve been injured in an accident. Contact our team for free, no-obligation advice, call us today on 0800 029 3849 or request a call back By filling the form, and we will connect you with a solicitor from our panel of solicitors who will be able to assess your case.

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