Types of Claim
Bicycle Accident Claims
As the government looks to promote healthy living and attempt to slow down climate change, more and more people are using their bicycle for travel or enjoyment.
Unfortunately, an increase in traffic on the roads has led to a growth in the number of accidents; 150 cyclists are killed in Britain each year with more than 15 times that number seriously injured. This has of course led to increased numbers of bicycle accident claims.
If you have suffered personal injury as a result of a bicycle accident that was not your fault, the Duncan Gibbins team can assist you with your claim for compensation. Most bicycle riders do not have insurance so it is vital that you instruct a firm of solicitors that has experience in dealing with bicycle accident claims.
Insurance companies can be reluctant to pay out on bicycle accident claims as motorists are often loathe to admit liability due to prejudices against cyclists. If we believe that the accident was not your fault we will conduct a full investigation into the accident circumstances to ensure that you gain the maximum settlement possible from your bicycle accident claims for compensation.
As well as claiming personal injury compensation we may be able to claim for repairs or a replacement bicycle, helmet and clothing damage, loss of earnings and any other expenses incurred. This will ensure that you are not out of pocket following your accident.
Due to the fragile nature of bicycles, accidents involving other motor vehicles can often lead to serious injury. If bicycle accident claims are successful, Duncan Gibbins can arrange private medical treatment to ensure you make the best possible recovery.
It is not just the negligence of other vehicles that can lead to injury. If you have suffered injury as a result of an accident involving a pot-hole or hazard on the road then you may be able to make bicycle accident claims for compensation if negligence can be proved.
Similarly if a defect in the manufacture or design of your bicycle has caused you to suffer an accident and personal injury you may be able to make a claim against the company who made your bicycle.
If you think you may be able to make bicycle accident claims for personal injury contact Duncan Gibbins Solicitors to discuss your claim in more detail with a member of our friendly team.
