Many people ride motorcycles for enjoyment or as an efficient way to travel. Unfortunately, crashes involving biker are all too common, often stemming from factors like negligent driving by others (such as failing to see or yield to motorcyclists, or unsafe lane changes), hazardous road conditions (like potholes or oil spills), or even equipment failure.
If you or a loved one have been in a motorcycle accident, our solicitors can help you claim compensation.
If you’re unsure whether you’ve a motorcycle accident claim, you should seek specialist legal advice. Contact our team of experts to see if you can make a compensation claim.
We often take motorcycle accident clams on a no win no fee basis. This means there’s nothing for you to pay upfront or if your claim is unsuccessful.
Who can make a motorcycle accident claim?
Anyone who's been injured in a motorcycle accident that was caused by someone's negligence can make a compensation claim for any injuries sustained.
We’ve helped various people make a claim after a motorbike accident. You could’ve been:
- The person driving a motorbike
- A passenger on a motorbike (pillion passenger)
- A pedestrian who was hit by a motorbike
- The driver of a car was hit by a motorbike.
If you’re still unsure whether you can make a motorbike claim, contact our team who’ll be able to advise you on whether you can make a claim.
What to do after a motorcycle accident
After being involved in a motorcycle accident, your priority should be making sure you and others are safe.
If possible, check yourself for injuries and call emergency services if necessary. If you can, also check others for injuries to report to the emergency services.
If you don't need medical attention, take photos of the scene and get the contact details of potential witnesses.
You'll also need to report the accident to the police if it hasn't already.
Why choose Irwin Mitchell to help with your motorcycle accident claim?
We’ve a proven track record of securing compensation in motorbike crash claims. Our personal injury specialists have vast experience in securing compensation for bikers who’ve sustained a wide range of injuries.
We know how traumatic and life-changing motorbike accidents can be. We understand the toll they can take on you and your loved ones, particularly if it caused a serious injury. That’s why our lawyers take the time to understand your situation and make sure you get the support you need.
Comprehensive support beyond legal advice
Our free in-house Support and Rehabilitation team will help you access any help you need. These coordinators are clinical specialists and will work with you very soon after you contact us to handle your claim.
Our Public Law department can also help you with statutory services. They’ll help to make sure you’ve got access to all help and support from the state you’re entitled to.
In-house collision investigation experts
Our in-house collision investigators are former police officers who’ve the expertise to gather evidence that’ll support your case. They know how to reconstruct crash scenes, look out for tyre marks, and other vital pieces of evidence, such as traces of oil on the road or potholes. This helps them to get a sense of how the incident occurred, which can be invaluable in securing you the best compensation package.
Flexible and convenient service
We’ve offices located all over the UK. If you’d rather meet and discuss your claim in person, we’ll meet you at a location convenient to you. We can meet in one of our offices, but we can also come to your home or healthcare setting if easier for you. Our teams can also discuss your claim over the phone or video call.
What motorcycle accident charities and groups are Irwin Mitchell involved with?
We’ve relationships with various organisations that support those injured in motorbike incidents.
These include:
Can I make a no win no fee claim?
Yes, we handle most motorbike accident claims using a no win no fee agreement. This means you won’t need to pay anything if your claim’s unsuccessful.
You’ll need to enter into an agreement linked to a suitable insurance policy if you wish to make a no win no fee claim. We’ll explain this fully before we start work on your case.
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