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Compensation Claim for Cyclist Knocked off Bike in Cycle Lane
17th March 2010
Our expert personal injury lawyers secured compensation for a cyclist, who was injured in a road accident when he was struck by a car.
Cyclist Hit By Car
When his accident occurred our client was going straight ahead along the road, in a designated cycle lane. The driver of a car failed to notice that he was there and made a left turn across the cycle path into another road, colliding with our client’s bicycle.
He suffered a serious leg injury and had to undergo extensive surgery to repair the damage to his femur and hip. He required several months off from work, medical treatment and assistance from family members in order to recover and will most likely require further operations in the future.
Claim Against Driver
The injured cyclist felt that the driver of the car was responsible for the accident, as he did not check that his path was clear before beginning the turn, even though the cycle lane was clearly marked. He therefore instructed our lawyers to assist him in making a personal injury claim.
We entered into negotiations with the other side and were able to obtain an interim payment, to assist our client financially with expenses incurred because of his personal injury whilst the claim was in progress.
A final settlement of over £55,000 in damages was recovered on his behalf, in respect of his injuries and losses caused by the accident.
Road Accident Claim Advice
If you have suffered a personal injury as the result of a cycling accident, car accident, or any other road accident caused by the negligence of someone else, you may be entitled to make an injury claim.
Our lawyers have extensive experience in recovering compensation for injured people and can provide you with expert accident claim advice on a cost-free, confidential basis. Contact The Legal Line on 0800 0328511, or by completing a claim enquiry form online.
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