Cycling Accident Claims

CYCLING ACCIDENT CLAIMS

A popular past time for lots of people, cycling is a convenient way to get around. But the volume of traffic on today’s roads means cycling can also be hazardous.
Cyclists are at risk of an accident every time they get on their bike. Although protective equipment like a helmet, lights and reflective clothing can help keep cyclists safe, thousands of people are injured in cycling accidents every year.

TYPES OF CYCLING ACCIDENT

Common types of cycling accident include:

• Cars turning across the path of a cyclist
• Cars pulling into the path of a cyclist
• Head on collision between a cyclist and car
• Cyclists turning right from a major to minor road
• Cyclists colliding with other cyclists
• Cyclists being hit by a car reversing

IF YOU’VE BEEN IN A CYCLING ACCIDENT

If you have been injured in a cycling accident it’s important to get your injuries treated by a medical professional. You might require an ambulance at the scene. Because cyclists are very exposed whilst out on their bike, and clothing offers little protection, cycling accidents can be very painful. Injuries include:

• Scrapes, cuts and bruises where you’ve been in contact with the road surface
• Muscular injuries
• Bone breaks and fractures
• Injuries to joints such as the wrists, knees or ankles
• Head injuries including concussion

Depending how serious the accident was, you might have to take some time off work to recover. You could need ongoing medical treatment, like physiotherapy, for long-lasting injuries.
Being in a cycling accident can be very frightening, so you might need time to process what has happened and take care of your health.
Whilst you’re healing, it can be reassuring to feel financially secure. Claiming compensation for a cycling accident that wasn’t your fault can give you that safety net.
If you were injured in a cycling accident in the last three years and it wasn’t your fault, Porter Wood Law Solicitors can claim compensation for you. Call us for a non obligation advice.

WHO AM I CLAIMING COMPENSATION FROM?

This depends on the circumstances of your cycling accident.
If you were hit by a car, you should take as much information from them as you can at the time of the accident. This will make it easier for you to claim compensation if you want to. Even if you don’t know who injured you, you could still receive compensation.
Your Porter Wood Law solicitor can tell you how compensation will be paid when they have the details of your case.

HOW DO I CLAIM?

You can start your cycling accident compensation claim by contacting PHC Law here.
To be able to claim, the accident must have been in the last three years and we’ll need to prove it wasn’t your fault.
A member of our team will talk to you about your cycling accident and assess whether you have a claim for compensation. They can explain the claims process, answer your questions and may be able to give an estimate for how much you could receive.
This consultation is confidential and free of charge. There’s no obligation to go ahead with a claim, even after speaking to a solicitor.
Contact us now to see if we can get you the compensation you deserve.