Cycling Accident Claims

The number of cyclists in the UK has more than doubled over the past ten years. But as more and more people are switching from four wheels to two, so too are the number of accidents and injuries involving the nation's cyclists. In most cases, whenever there is an accident on the road involving a bike and a car, it is invariably the cyclist that comes off second best.

Injuries can range from bumps and bruises, to broken bones, head injuries and in the worst cases, death. But one factor remains the same, if you are hurt in an accident while riding your bike, and it wasn't your fault, chances are you're entitled to make a claim... and Legal Request is here to help you get what is rightfully yours.

What are the different types of bicycle accident claims?

Bicycle accident claims can vary as much as any other accident claim as there are numerous types of incidents that could potentially give rise to a compensation claim.

These can include:

• Accidents caused by other road users - this is the most common type of bicycle accident claim and would be applicable if you were knocked off your bile and injured due to the negligence of a car, lorry, motorbike or even another cyclist
• Accidents caused by pedestrians - another common type of claim. Would be applicable if you were knocked off your bike and injured due to the negligence of a pedestrian.
• Accidents caused by badly maintained roads - this type of claim would be applicable if you are knocked off your bike and injured because of the poor condition of a road. This can include pot holes, uneven road surfaces, or ice in an area that should be gritted, such as a main road.
• Accidents caused by faulty products - applicable if you are injured due to a fault with the bike itself, such as faulty brakes or gears.

What are the most common causes of bicycle accidents?

Everyone that has ever cycled on Britain's roads will know that being noticed by other drivers is the most important part of safety on the road, but unfortunately for those on two wheels, it is also often the hardest.

The two most common causes of bicycle accidents on the UK's roads are direct results of people not being aware of cyclists. They are:

• Car doors opening - The cyclist's nemesis. It is common for drivers not to look as they open their car doors after parking, and subconsciously assume that because there is no noise the road is clear. If a cyclist is riding down a road, chances are they will be close to the parked cars, and hundreds of serious injuries are caused every year by drivers not looking and opening their car doors while a cyclist is passing.
• Lorries turning left - A frequent cause of injury to the cyclist. Again, due to their silence presence on the road, they are often missed by lorry drivers and lost in their blind spots as they make a turn. This can result in the cyclist getting trapped, knocked from their bike, in the worst case scenario, caught under the lorry's wheels.

All of these accidents could have been avoided and if you have been the victim of an accident that wasn't your fault and could have been avoided, you may be entitled to compensation.

Call us a Legal Request and we will be able to expertly guide you through your rights, and help you claim back what is rightfully yours.

Remember: as with any other type of accident claim, it is crucial you document every detail of your accident and report your injuries as soon as possible. If there were any witnesses, make sure you get their contact details, as this will help you in your claim when it gets to court.

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