Who can I make a claim against?

Motorists, whether insured or uninsured Other road users (i.e., pedestrians) Your local authority for highway defects, such as a pothole If you are the victim of a hit and run there is a scheme for making a claim against untraced driver

As a cyclist, can I be sued?

Cyclists can be legally liable for damage or injury to others and face a large compensation claim. You may be sued if: You have breached the Highway Code. Your bike is not legal for the highway. If you ride in an unsafe or negligent manner.

What are the legal ‘Don’ts’ when cycling?

Don’t drink - your motor licence can still be endorsed. Don’t ride carelessly - you risk criminal prosecution Don’t ignore a red light - you risk a fixed penalty notice Don’t cycle on the pavement Don’t cause an injury - this can be a criminal offence punishable by up to two years imprisonment.

What compensation might I be entitled to as a cyclist after an accident?

You may be entitled to: A lump sum for your injury Cost of repairs/replacement bike Reimbursement for the cost of equipment, clothing, computer, helmets, or lights Loss of earnings Treatment costs

Cycling accidents

Cycling has grown in popularity across the UK, both as a sport and a means of travel.

Cycle lanes and high visibility clothing help to reduce the risk of accident, but cyclists are still more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a road accident than any other type of road user.

If you are a cyclist involved in an accident, we can advise on any compensation that you may be entitled to and how to go about making a claim. We can also support if you need to defend against a claim, assisting with insurance coverage issues as needed.

Our priority is to get you back on your bike, so we help to

Arrange rehabilitation including physiotherapy
Obtain an interim payment to cover immediate costs and losses
Advise if you are the victim of an uninsured or untraced driver

We can provide free, no obligation initial advice with a realistic assessment of the strength of your claim or defence - with an option of no win, no fee funding.

If you are a cyclist involved in an accident, here are our top tips:

Take photos at the scene, obtain contact details for any witnesses, call the police if there is an injury, attend A&E, report any potholes or defects to the council. Be aware of the three year time limit for injury claim.
Take photographs of damaged items and retain them for inspection. Keep any receipts or records.
Ensure that you have adequate insurance, which will cover third party claims. Not all household policies will cover you and your bike.
Be safe, be seen and always comply with the Highway Code.

Our experience advising cyclists involved in accidents:

Acting for a cyclist who was struck by a motor vehicle suffering multiple fractures and a head injury.
Acting for a cyclist struck on the head by the wing mirror of motor vehicle when riding to work, causing serious injuries including a head injury and right skull fracture.
Acting for a cyclist cycling past a line of parked cars when a motor vehicle pulled out into the cyclist's path, causing an accident and a fractured clavicle.

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