At Bartlett’s, we specialise in assisting those involved in no-fault cyclist accidents to bring cyclist injury claims and secure the compensation they deserve. We have been supporting personal injury clients for hundreds of years and have a proven track record for achieving excellent results, often without the need for our clients to attend Court.
Call us now on 01244 752 999 or complete a Free Online Enquiry to discover your legal rights and entitlement to compensation.
What Are The Most Common Causes Of Cyclist Accident Injury Claims?
The number of people choosing to cycle rather than drive to their destinations has risen steadily in recent times due to factors including its cost-efficiency and health benefits and a desire to navigate congested roads more effectively.
Despite its many benefits, a notable downside to cycling is the vulnerability of cyclists on the roads. When hit by a large vehicle, cyclists benefit from little protection and can be badly injured. According to the road safety charity Brake, the fatality rate for cyclists is disproportionately high, with 30 cyclists being fatally injured on the roads for every billion miles travelled compared with two car drivers.
Examples of some of the most common causes of cyclist accidents include the following:
- Reckless drivers.
- Vehicles driving too closely to cyclists.
- Drivers failing to see cyclists, particularly at T-junctions, roundabouts, and crossroads.
- Cyclists being hit when vehicle doors are opened.
- Drivers hitting cyclists when pulling off their driveways.
What Are The Most Common Types Of Cyclist Injuries?
While cyclists can take steps to protect themselves from injury if they are involved in a road accident, such as wearing a helmet, the impact of being hit by a vehicle can be catastrophic. Some of the most common types of cyclist injuries include the following:
- Broken bones.
- Facial trauma.
- Head and brain injuries.
- Fractures.
- Cuts and lacerations.
- Bruises.
- Soft tissue injuries, like sprains.
- Spinal injuries.
- Injuries to the arms and legs.
How Do Cyclist Injury Claims Work?
If you have been involved in a cyclist accident, you may be eligible to bring a cyclist injury claim against the person responsible.
Our expert personal injury solicitors will begin by assessing the evidence and advising on the merits of your cyclist injury claim. If we believe you have a good chance of succeeding, we’ll notify the other side or their insurer that you are considering making a cyclist injury claim for compensation.
Most cyclist injury claims are settled before trial through negotiations between the parties’ legal advisors. Some cyclist injury claims are settled before a claim even needs to be issued. In the unlikely event your case proceeds to a hearing, we will be by your side every step of the way, supporting you through the process and fighting to get you the compensation you deserve.
How Much Compensation Are You Entitled To For Your Cyclist Accident Injury Claim?
All cyclist injury claims are different, and so are the amounts of compensation the victim is entitled to.
The level of compensation you will receive depends on several factors, including the nature of your injuries and their severity, your prognosis, and how your injuries affect your daily life.
Your compensation will include an amount to compensate you for your pain, suffering, and loss of amenity and an amount to make good any financial losses you have sustained, such as loss of earnings, medical expenses, or travel costs.
Our personal injury solicitors will be able to give you a feel for the compensation you can expect to receive in your case once we have reviewed the evidence.
How Are Cyclist Injury Claims Funded?
At Bartlett’s, we believe anyone involved in a cyclist accident should be able to make a cyclist injury claim for the compensation they are entitled to, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we act for most of our cyclist injury claim clients on a no win, no fee basis.
Your dedicated personal injury solicitor will explain how our no win, no fee arrangement works at the outset of your matter. Essentially, it enables you to make a cyclist injury claim without paying us anything until you win your case. If your case succeeds, whether at trial or through settlement, you’ll pay us the amount set out in your no win, no fee agreement. That amount can’t be more than 25% of your compensation.
How Can We Help With Cyclist Injury Claims?
At Bartlett’s, we are true personal injury experts. We specialise in personal injury cases of all types, including cycling injury claims. We are accredited by the Association Of Personal Injury Lawyers, having met their high standards for competence, expertise, and client care. We have successfully settled over 12,000 personal injury claims, recovering in excess of £68 million in compensation for our clients.
Our client’s interests are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about our clients’ cases and will work tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you are entitled to in your cyclist injury claim.
For specialist advice on your personal injury claim, call us now on 01244 645830 or complete a Free Online Enquiry and we will soon be in touch.
