Cycling RTA

Cycling RTA (road traffic accidents) resulting in injuries can cause much suffering for victims. Such accidents pose a serious threat to the rider’s life and can also give rise to both minor as well as severe injuries. There are numerous cases when the cycling RTA may be due to the negligence or fault of the other party. In this case, the sufferer can pursue a personal injury case against the negligent party in order to get the rightful compensation claim amount.

The loss suffered by the cyclist is basically calculated under two different sections, namely general damages and special damages. This can include loss of future earning capacities, loss of wages, medical bills, travel expenses and other monetary losses incurred. In case the fault lies completely with the third party, the victim will get entire compensation for the loss suffered. But in situations when the victim is partly responsible for the accident and injuries, the compensation will be reduced to reflect the victims fault.

Some of the important steps that need to be taken when pursuing a cycling RTA include:
Taking pictures of the accident scene
Taking pictures of the injuries or wounds faced
Taking the contact details and names of witnesses
Hiring the services of a personal injury Solicitor
All these steps, if taken on time, can help in making the case all the more strong. Hiring the services of a personal injury Solicitor is an essential step that needs to be taken in good time. It is important to pursue a claim within three years of the accident occurring.

Excalibur Solicitors are especially skilled in the personal injury cases and can thus provide their clients with expert advice regarding their compensation claim. We can deal with your cycling RTA case on a no win no fee basis.