Claiming for a Cycling Accident

It has been estimated that there are now over 3 million cyclists on the roads of Britain. Various factors like rise in the price of petrol, desire of people to become eco-friendly, and awareness of health and the need to exercise have led to increases in the number of cyclists. Cyclists can often suffer serious injuries as a result of accidents. Some accidents are caused by the fault of the rider whilst others are caused by the fault of other road users.

If you have been involved in an accident and have been injured as a cyclist, you must first get medical treatment for your injuries. In some cases it may also be necessary to report the incident to the police. It is also important to obtain the details of the party that was responsible for the accident and witness details as this helps in claiming for a cycling accident.  Photographs of the accident scene and injuries can also be helpful.

It is important to choose an experienced Solicitor specialising in claiming for a cycling accident. In order to get compensation for the pain and sufferings of the victim, the Solicitor has to prove that the injuries of the victim were caused due to the negligence of the other party. In addition to this, the Solicitor is required to show what loss of wages, sufferings and medical expenses the victim has incurred because of the accident.
Excalibur Solicitors work on the basis of ‘no win no fee’ which means that the victims do not need to pay any fees to the Solicitor if the case is unsuccessful. If the claim is successful you will receive 100% compensation.