Bicycle Accident Solicitors

If you’ve been involved in a collision while cycling – and you were not at fault – you may be entitled to compensation.

We know how vulnerable cyclists are on the roads. And in a collision with a car, a cyclist is always going to come off second best.

That’s why we do everything possible to win your case.

A claim can be made against the offending driver for any loss you suffer as a consequence of the accident.

To achieve the best possible outcome, it’s important that a lawyer with extensive experience in cycling accident cases handles your claim. Our award-winning team includes personal injury specialists with years of experience in successfully pursuing cycling accident compensation claims.

They know the best way to approach your case and can recommend the route that will get you the result you deserve.

In addition to physical injury, you may be entitled to claim for:

Psychological trauma
Loss of earnings
The replacement cost of the bicycle (or repair costs)
Any private medical costs
Therapy
The value of care provided by family and friends during your rehabilitation

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Unsure If You Have A Case?

Motorists need to be aware of cyclists on the road and should adjust their driving to accommodate them.

Too many motorists in the UK do not give cyclists the space they need or the courtesy they deserve as road users. This can result in accidents causing serious injury to cyclists.

So if an accident does happen and you think the driver could be to blame, our bicycle accident lawyers can help. They’ll review the details of the accident and advise on the best course of action.

We Go The Extra Mile

When we take on your cycling accident case, we do more than just pursue your compensation claim.

In serious injury cases, we will involve a rehabilitation team. They’ll help with your recovery so you can get back to work and your usual activities – while we work on obtaining the maximum compensation for your injuries and losses.

We can use one of our specialist-approved repairers to repair your bicycle or to provide a valuation if it is beyond repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you claim for a bicycle accident?

If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault while cycling, you may be entitled to make a claim. There must be a party who is at fault, though. For example, by just falling off a bike with no other contributing factors, you may not have a substantial case.

If you’ve sustained lasting injuries from a collision, speak with a personal injury specialist to see if you have grounds for a claim.

What can you claim compensation for after a bicycle accident?

When we pursue your claim, we can obtain compensation for the following:

The injuries you’ve suffered
Damage to your bike and any repair costs you’ve had to pay
The monetary value of your bike if it’s damaged beyond repair
Damage to any of your cycling gear – including your cycling shoes and your helmet
Earnings you’ve lost as a result of the accident
The private cost of any necessary surgery, physiotherapy, or cognitive behavioural therapy
The value of care that’s been provided voluntarily by your friends and family

Of course, the damage caused by the incident may not be limited to the physical. Many cyclists suffer psychological trauma following accidents, and we will make sure that is taken into account.

What to do if you have an accident with a cyclist?

When a cyclist and a car collide, or even when a bike and a pedestrian collide, there is a chance that either party could be at fault, whether that is running a red light, failing to give way, or travelling recklessly near pedestrians.

When you are involved in an accident with a cyclist it is advised that you seek medical help if required, and get the other party’s insurance details. While cyclists are not legally required to have insurance, some may, which may mean that they have third party cover.

You should then consult the Highway Code to understand who was at fault. If you are injured from the collision, your next move should be to contact a personal injury specialist who can understand the situation and see if you have a viable claim for injuries sustained as well as any damages to the vehicle.