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Cycle Accident Claims

Cyclists are amongst the most vulnerable road users. It is no coincidence therefore that they can suffer serious and life changing injuries after a cycling accident, despite taking all precautions when riding.

If you have been injured due to somebody else’s negligence, our specialists can help you claim the compensation you deserve. We offer free, helpful advice and can advise if we can help you claim compensation. Our aim, wherever practicable, is to get you back on your bike as quickly as possible. 

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What sets Oliver & Co apart from others?

  • We pride ourselves on communication and getting to the heart of your matter.
  • We know bikes are often bespoke and adapted to suit the rider. You know your bike, so we listen to you and ensure you are correctly reimbursed for repairs or replacement.
  • We understand your additional travel expenses through the inability to ride your bike can be expensive, particularly if commuting or participating in sports cycling and we always seek to recover these losses for you.
  • We will always fight your corner, when it comes to arguments over helmets, high viz clothing or other equipment.
  • We take all steps necessary to get you back cycling with a particular focus on early privately funded rehabilitation (treatment).
  • We represent sports and leisure cyclists and understand your different needs and priorities.
  • We take a cyclists view when arguing your claim.
  • We can arrange home visits if needed.
  • Our reviews say it all. There is no better endorsement than client recommendation and we are proud to be rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot.

What can I claim for?

You can claim for the pain, suffering and loss of amenity caused by the accident and your reasonable financial losses incurred or that may be incurred in the future.

Injuries could include:

  • Broken bones
  • Muscular injuries
  • Cartilage damage
  • Psychological injuries
  • Nerve damage
  • Cuts and lacerations resulting in scarring
  • Damage to internal organs
  • Damage to teeth

Compensation for pain, suffering and loss of amenity (known as ‘general damages’)

We value damages based upon independent medical expert reports, often in a number of different disciplines. We then use the up-to-date version of the Judicial College Guidelines and case law to value your claim.

The most common body parts that are usually damaged in a cycling accident

  • Head - injuries of various severity from minor concussion to brain injury
  • Limbs – such as shoulders, elbows, wrists, legs, knees, ankles and feet
  • Collarbones – usually a fractured clavicle or scapula
  • Neck and back – fractures and soft tissue injury
  • Facial and dental injuries – eye sockets, scarring and damaged teeth
  • Abrasions – ‘road rash’
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Who pays my solicitor’s fees?

We work on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis which means if your claim is unsuccessful, you do not pay any legal costs. If your case is successful, the majority of our costs are recovered from the negligent party and we provide a costs guarantee to cap the level of costs we deduct from your damages. There are no hidden costs.

Compensation for out-of-pocket expenses

We call these ‘special damages’

  • Bike damage
  • Replacement helmets and clothing
  • Private rehabilitation arranged by you or us
  • Loss of earnings, past or future
  • Care and assistance, past or future
  • Modifications, equipment or relocation costs
  • Additional commuting costs
  • Travel to medical appointments
  • Cost of losing out on competitions or events
  • Costs of buying a car

What type of cycling accident can I claim compensation for?

If you have been injured by someone else’s negligence, you may have a claim. Common circumstances are:

  • Drivers who pull across a cyclist
  • Drivers pulling out of side roads
  • Drivers changing lanes
  • People opening car doors onto cyclists
  • Rear end impacts
  • Potholes
  • Defective repairs to bikes
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Sienna Winter
Legal Assistant
Rebecca Kilfoyle
Legal Secretary
Maria Pilkington
Director & Personal Injury Solicitor
Kathryn Bull
Senior Personal Injury Executive
Allison Pepper
Associate Director & Road Traffic Accident Solicitor
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