How Cycling Accident Claims Are Made

By Steven Harrison


Bicycles are common with many people as they are cheap and easy to maintain. They are used as mode of transport in many areas. However, they expose the riders to disasters which often leave them dead or with serious injuries. When mishaps occur, victims can make cycling accident claims with the help of a lawyer.

Mishaps can be caused due to negligence of cyclists or other road users. Bicycles expose riders to misfortunes and most of them result in death. Cyclists are not required by law to take any insurance cover. Therefore they are the losers in most situations.

The cyclist will have to take the initiative of suing for compensation. If the victim dies in the tragedy, the surviving family members can sue for compensation. In a situation where a cyclist is responsible for a misfortune, he will personally be responsible to compensate those injured in the accident.

The occurrence of events at the scene of misfortune should be recorded. The victim should take responsibility and record them. If unable to do it, a witness at the scene can help with recording.

The detail you should record is vehicle registration of number. The color, make and model of car can also help. Of particular importance are the details of the driver just in case they are not the same as those of policy holder. It may be difficult trying to trace the driver later.

The process of making cycling accident claims should be guided by a lawyer. The lawyer will evaluate the circumstances of your case and determine if you have grounds to pursue the matter further. If there are strong grounds in your favor, the claim will be instituted. When selecting a lawyer to assist you, look for one who is highly experienced.




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