Cycling Accident Claims

Cyclists are vulnerable road users, and sometimes no amount of safety precautions can account for a reckless driver, poor road surface conditions, or faulty equipment.

Our personal injury solicitors have experience with bicycle accident claims of all kinds. When cyclists are involved in accidents, injuries can range from cuts and bruises to broken bones, as well as serious head and spinal trauma. Sadly in some cases, bike accidents can result in fatalities, and our lawyers deal with cycle injury claims in these cases too.

If you have been injured in a cycling accident, you could be entitled to claim cycle injury compensation if:

The accident was caused by the actions of another road user
The road or cycle lane was in poor condition
Your injury was due to equipment failure, whether the bicycle or the helmet

If you were injured in other circumstances you may still be able to make a claim, so please contact us for expert advice. Our specialist road traffic accident investigation team will leave no stone unturned when pursuing your case and establishing who was responsible for your injuries.

Our solicitors pride themselves on making a real difference. We have secured over £1 billion in compensation for our clients over the past two years, and our commitment to providing access to rehabilitation care and support is award-winning.

Most of the cycling injury claims we handle are on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that there's nothing for you to pay upfront, and that you won’t have to pay any legal fees if your claim isn’t successful*.

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury as a result of a cycling accident, call us free on 0800 056 4110 or contact us online for a free initial consultation about your case.

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Cycling Accident Claims - More Information

- How Much Compensation Can I Expect?
- How much compensation you can expect to receive following a road traffic accident will depend on a number of factors related to your injury, its circumstances, and the support and rehabilitation you require as a result.
  
  The amount of compensation you could claim is based on:
  - Current and future loss of earnings
  - Medical and travel expenses you have incurred
  - Your care and support needs – both now and in the future
  - Modifications to your home
  - Mobility aids
  - Your pain and suffering
  Find out more about guide compensation amounts following road traffic accidents or call us on 0800 056 4110, and we'll be happy to discuss your options in a free initial consultation.
- Can I Make A No Win No Fee Claim?
- Many of our cases are funded with a No Win No Fee agreement. This means that there’s no financial risk* to you when making a compensation claim.
  
  At the start of your case, we'll discuss funding options with you, advising you which we think is most suitable. If you have legal expenses insurance (LEI) or are covered by a trade union policy, these may be best for you. Legal expenses insurance is included in many household insurance policies, so it’s always worth checking whether you’re already covered.
  
  If we think you're best supported by a No Win No Fee* agreement, we'll explain the process clearly. You won’t have to pay anything if your claim is unsuccessful. If your claim succeeds your opponent will pay most of our fees, with the rest coming from your compensation settlement.
  
  Please visit our No Win No Fee page for more information on how it works.
- How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim?
- You normally have three years from the date of an accident to begin a compensation claim – or three years from the date of turning 18 if the incident happened when you were a child.
  
  However, there is no time limit for people who don't have the mental capacity to make legal decisions, which often applies to those who have suffered serious brain injuries.
  
  In fatal cases, the family of the deceased has three years to make a claim, starting from either the date your loved one died, or the date you received the post-mortem results.
  
  If your accident or injury happened outside of the UK, then the time limit can be shorter. If this is the case, it's vital that you contact us as soon as possible.
  
  If you have any concerns or questions about the time limit for claiming compensation, call our team today on 0800 056 4110 for free initial advice and to talk through your options.
- Can I Get Early Compensation Payments?
- Early compensation payments, also known as interim payments, are made in advance of any final settlement. They’re only made in an agreement with your opponent, if they admit that they're responsible for your injuries.
  
  Interim payments can be used to replace loss of earnings, so you can afford to pay essential bills if your injury has meant you’ve been absent from work, as well as covering the cost of specialist medical care or mobility equipment.
  
  We'll work hard to get an early admission of fault, and also to obtain early compensation payments to relieve any immediate pressures you’re feeling.
- Meet The Experts
- Our personal injury team deal with thousands of successful claims each year, and our award-winning team of dynamic and effective lawyers are recognised as leaders in their fields.
  
  Meet our team of road traffic accident solicitors.

It was so fantastic to have Irwin Mitchell supporting my recovery. They put in place additional services for me to help me with my rehabilitation, and it was able to carry on when the community services came to an end.”

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