Cycling Accident Claims Solicitors

Cycling accident claims may be possible if you were injured because a driver, local authority, employer or another road user failed to meet expected safety standards. If a cycling accident caused physical injuries, psychological harm or financial losses, you could be eligible to make a compensation claim. Common examples include a car pulling out into your path without looking or a bicycle accident caused by poorly maintained roads. A cycling accident compensation claim may help you recover damages for pain and suffering, lost income, medical expenses, rehabilitation costs and bike repairs. Accident Claims solicitors may be able to help you pursue compensation on a No Win No Fee basis.

A cycling crash can affect much more than your physical recovery, often leaving riders unable to work or with reduced confidence on the roads. In more serious cases involving head injuries or spinal cord damage, the impact can be life-changing. With decades of combined solicitor experience and over £100 million secured in compensation, Accident Claims works with trusted legal specialists who can help investigate what caused the accident, gather evidence and explain your legal options in straightforward terms. Our team has extensive experience supporting clients with cycling accident claims arising from a wide range of road traffic incidents. 

We offer a free consultation to discuss your circumstances, assess whether compensation may be available and explain how a No Win No Fee agreement could reduce your worries of hiring legal representation. Contact our team today for free guidance on your options. Contact our team today for free guidance on your options and practical support tailored to your personal injury compensation claim. 

 

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1. Who Can Make Cycling Accident Claims?
2. How Can Accident Claims Help Me After Sustaining Cycling Injuries?
3. Common Cycling Accident Compensation Claim Examples
4. Who Could Be Responsible For A Cycling Accident?
5. What If My Cycling Accident Was Caused By Potholes Or Road Defects?
6. Can Accident Claims Help Me After A Hit And Run Or Uninsured Driver Cycling Accident?
7. What Injuries Could Lead To Cycling Accident Claims?
8. How Much Cycling Accident Compensation Could I Claim?
9. Can Cycling Accident Claims Include Financial Losses?
10. How Can I Bring A Cycling Accident Claim?
11. Cycling Injury Compensation With Accident Claims
12. Frequently Asked Questions About Cycling Accident Claims
13. Learn More

Who Can Make Cycling Accident Claims?

Any individual who is injured in a cycling incident may be eligible to claim compensation if someone else’s actions or failures caused the accident and resulted in physical or psychological harm. Eligibility for cycling accident claims will depend on a specific set of legal criteria being met.

You Were Owed A Duty Of Care

To make a cycling injury claim, you must first show that the person or organisation responsible for the cycling accident owed you a duty of care. In road traffic accidents, all road users have a legal responsibility to use the roads safely and take reasonable steps to avoid causing harm to others. This includes not only cyclists themselves but also motorists and motorcycle riders.

As part of the claims process, we can help identify who was responsible for your safety at the time of the cycling accident. For example, in some cases, the local authority is the party that owes this duty, specifically by carrying out reasonable inspections and maintenance of public roads. 

That Duty Of Care Was Breached

You must also show that the duty of care was breached. This happens when the responsible party fails to act as a reasonable person or organisation would have done in the same circumstances. Examples include a driver pulling out into the path of a cyclist without checking properly or failing to stop at traffic lights. In some bicycle accident claims, a local authority may have failed to repair a known road defect within a reasonable timeframe. 

You Suffered An Injury

Finally, you must have suffered a physical or psychological injury because of the cycling accident. This could include fractures and soft tissue injuries, and our solicitors can obtain the evidence needed to establish their impact and help value your claim.

Wondering whether the circumstances of your bicycle accident meet these criteria? Speak to an advisor for free guidance on the evidence available, the cause of the accident and the options that may be available to you.

 

How Can Accident Claims Help Me After Sustaining Cycling Injuries?

Here at Accident Claims, we can help you after sustaining cycling injuries by assessing whether you may have a valid claim, connecting you with our specialist solicitors and supporting the practical steps needed to pursue cycling accident compensation. Our service is designed to make the claims process clearer, less stressful and more focused on your recovery. Some of the expert services we offer include:

• Experienced solicitors can investigate the circumstances of your cycling accident, whether it involved a negligent driver or a dangerous road defect.
• Your solicitor can help secure and review key evidence, including helmet camera footage and dashcam recordings.
• As part of building your claim, our solicitors can arrange an independent medical assessment to obtain evidence of your cycling injuries and understand the full impact they have had on your health and mobility.
• Our specialist solicitors can assess the full value of your injuries and financial losses, including lost income and the cost of repairing or replacing a damaged bike.
• Consistent updates throughout the bicycle accident claims process, ensuring you remain at the heart of every decision.

Looking for guidance after a cycling accident? Contact our team today to discuss the evidence available, the circumstances of the collision and the steps that could help move your claim forward.

Common Cycling Accident Compensation Claim Examples

Cycling accident compensation claims can arise in many different situations, including collisions caused by drivers, car dooring incidents, and accidents involving cyclists at work. In each case, compensation may be available where another person or organisation failed to take reasonable steps to protect your safety, and this resulted in injury. Below, we list some examples.

Cycling Accidents Caused By Drivers

While cycling along a main road, you are struck by a driver who turns across your path without checking whether it is safe to do so. The collision throws you from your bicycle, causing a fractured wrist and shoulder injuries.

Car Dooring Cycling Accidents

Travelling past a row of parked vehicles, you have no opportunity to avoid a car door that is suddenly opened into your path due to the driver not checking whether it is safe to do so. The impact causes facial injuries, cuts and a broken collarbone. 

Cycling Accidents While Working

While working as a delivery courier, a motorist pulls out of a side road without giving way and collides with your bicycle. As a result, you suffer a fractured ankle and soft tissue injuries that prevent you from working for several weeks.

Had a cycling accident in circumstances similar to these examples? Contact our team today for free guidance on who may be responsible and the evidence that could help support your claim. 

Who Could Be Responsible For A Cycling Accident?

The party responsible for a cycling accident could be a driver, employer, local council, business, pedestrian, another cyclist or an organisation responsible for maintaining the road where the incident occurred. Potentially liable parties may include:

• Other road users who fail to comply with the Highway Code and the Road Traffic Act 1988, which sets out rules and legal responsibilities for road users.
• Employers whose failures contribute to an accident involving an employee. The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 requires employers to take reasonable steps to protect the health, safety and welfare of their workforce.
• Local councils responsible for maintaining public roads. Under the Highways Act 1980, highway authorities have a duty to maintain roads and take reasonable steps to identify and address defects.
• Businesses responsible for premises or land under their control. The Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 requires those in control of premises to take reasonable steps to keep lawful visitors safe.

Contact our team for free guidance on establishing liability and identifying the evidence that could help strengthen your claim.

What If My Cycling Accident Was Caused By Potholes Or Road Defects?

A cycling accident caused by potholes or road defects could give rise to a compensation claim if the organisation responsible for maintaining the road failed to take reasonable steps to keep it safe. Responsibility often rests with a local council, although private landowners and other organisations may be responsible for certain roads or pathways.

Defects such as potholes and broken road edges can cause cyclists to lose control and suffer serious injuries. Claims involving road defects are considered under the Highways Act 1980, which places a duty on highway authorities to maintain public roads.

Evidence can play an important role in these claims, and we actively help to obtain it. For example, photographs of the defect and records showing how long the hazard had been present may help establish liability.

A pothole may disappear long before your injuries do. If a road defect caused your cycling accident, speak to our team while evidence of the hazard and its condition can still be gathered and preserved.

Can Accident Claims Help Me After A Hit And Run Or Uninsured Driver Cycling Accident?

Yes, Accident Claims can help you after a hit and run or uninsured driver cycling accident. Even if the driver cannot be identified or does not have valid insurance, compensation may still be available through the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB).

The MIB is an organisation that compensates victims of road traffic accidents involving uninsured or untraced drivers. This means that if a driver leaves the scene of a cycling accident without stopping, or if investigations reveal they were driving without insurance, you may still be able to pursue compensation for your injuries and related financial losses.

The driver may never be identified, but that does not automatically mean your options end there. Speak to our team to find out whether an MIB claim could help you recover compensation after a hit and run or uninsured driver cycling accident.

What Injuries Could Lead To Cycling Accident Claims?

Cycling accident claims can arise from a wide range of injuries, from relatively minor soft tissue damage to life-changing conditions requiring ongoing care and rehabilitation. These may include:

• Head and brain injuries: Skull fractures and traumatic brain injuries can occur when a cyclist is thrown from their bicycle or strikes the road surface. 
• Neck, back and spinal injuries: Cycling accidents can result in nerve damage and, in serious cases, life-changing spinal cord trauma. 
• Broken bones and orthopaedic injuries: Fractures are among the most common cycling injuries and frequently affect the limbs.
• Facial, dental and eye injuries: Impact injuries can cause fractures and scarring that may affect appearance and confidence.
• Soft tissue injuries: Although often less visible, damage to muscles and tendons can still cause significant pain and restrict movement.
• Psychological injuries: Some cyclists develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or a lasting fear of returning to the road following a serious cycling accident.

Some cycling injuries heal within weeks, while others can affect your ability to work or ride for years. If you’re unsure whether your injuries could support a compensation claim, contact our team for free guidance tailored to your circumstances.

How Much Cycling Accident Compensation Could I Claim?

How much cycling accident compensation you could claim will depend on the severity of your injuries and the impact they have had on your daily life and finances. 

Compensation can be divided into 2 parts. The first is general damages, which compensate you for the pain, suffering and loss of amenity caused by your injuries. The second is special damages, which compensate you for related financial losses. 

When valuing general damages, our solicitors often refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). The JCG is a publication that provides compensation brackets for different types of injuries. We have included several of these below, together with a top entry that is not from the JCG. None of the figures is a guarantee of compensation for cycling accident claims.

Injury	Notes	Guideline Compensation
Multiple Severe Injuries with Special Damages	Compensation for suffering multiple severe cycling injuries and special damages for lost wages, care costs and rehabilitation fees.	Up to £1,000,000+
Tetraplegia	Compensation depends on factors such as pain levels, degree of paralysis and life expectancy.	£428,850 to £533,720
Very Severe Brain Damage	Cases involving profound physical and cognitive disability with a need for full-time care.	£372,570 to £533,720
Moderately Severe Brain Damage	Serious disability resulting in substantial dependence on others and a significantly reduced quality of life.	£289,420 to £372,570
Severe Back Injuries (i)	Includes spinal cord damage, nerve root injuries and severe disability.	£120,340 to £212,670
Severe Neck Injuries (ii)	Covers serious fractures, significant loss of movement or permanent damage to the brachial plexus.	£86,860 to £172,970
Severe Pelvic And Hip Injuries (i)	Extensive fractures of the pelvis or a hip injury resulting in spondylolisthesis.	£103,580 to £172,970
Severe Leg Injuries (ii) Very Serious	Covers injuries causing permanent mobility problems and long-term disability.	£72,440 to £117,210
Serious Shoulder Injuries	Dislocated shoulder causing shoulder and neck pain.	£16,870 to £25,370
Less Severe Wrist Injuries	Still results in some permanent disability such as persisting stiffness and pain.	£16,640 to £32,370

Contact our team for free guidance on how your injuries, recovery period, lost income and out-of-pocket expenses could affect the overall value of your cycling accident compensation claim. 

Can Cycling Accident Claims Include Financial Losses?

Yes, cycling accident claims can include financial losses that have been caused by your injuries. These losses are claimed under special damages. To recover these costs, evidence such as receipts and invoices will be required, which our solicitors can help you identify and gather as part of your claim.

Examples of financial losses that may be included in a cycling accident compensation claim include:

• Loss of earnings, where your injuries prevent you from working or affect your future earning capacity. Our solicitors can help calculate these losses using employment and financial records.
• Medical and rehabilitation expenses, including prescription charges and specialist physiotherapy for your cycling injuries.
• Care and assistance costs, if reduced mobility after the bicycle accident means you need help with daily tasks.
• Travel costs, such as taxi fares to medical appointments, while unable to cycle or drive.
• Bicycle repair or replacement costs, covering damage to your bike caused by the accident.

Financial losses can continue long after physical injuries begin to heal. If a cycling accident has left you out of pocket, speak to our team about the expenses you have incurred in confidence.

How Can I Bring A Cycling Accident Claim?

You can bring a cycling accident claim by taking steps to protect your health, preserve evidence and obtain legal advice as early as possible. The following actions can help support your claim:

• Seek medical attention as soon as possible. Your health should always come first. Medical records can also provide important evidence of the cycling injuries you sustained and the treatment required. 
• Gather evidence relating to the accident. This may include photographs of the accident scene, helmet camera footage, and witness details, which may also help establish what happened. You can learn more about supporting evidence in our guide to what evidence is needed for a personal injury claim.
• Report the incident where appropriate. Depending on the circumstances, this could involve reporting the accident to the police, your employer or the local authority responsible for the road where the incident occurred.
• Keep records of your recovery and financial losses. Retaining receipts, invoices, wage slips and details of expenses linked to the cycling accident can help demonstrate how the incident has affected you financially.
• Be aware of the time limit for claiming. Most cycling accident claims must be started within 3 years of the accident, although exceptions can apply. You can find out more in our guide explaining how long limitation periods are in personal injury claims. 
• Seek legal advice as early as possible. Early advice can help ensure evidence is preserved, the correct defendant is identified and the available options are fully understood. Our solicitors can assess the circumstances of your cycling accident and explain the next steps available to you.

If you have photographs, footage, witness details or repair records, speak to our team about how this information could support your claim.

Cycling Injury Compensation With Accident Claims

If you have been injured in a cycling accident caused by someone else’s actions or failures, our experienced solicitors here at Accident Claims can assess your circumstances and explain whether you may have grounds to seek compensation. Our solicitors can help investigate liability, gather evidence and guide you through the claims process while ensuring the full impact of your injuries and financial losses is taken into account. 

Can Cycling Accident Claims Be Made On A No Win No Fee Basis?

Yes, cycling accident claims can be made on a No Win No Fee basis with our solicitors if the claim is eligible. They offer their services through a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), specifically, which allows you to pursue a claim without paying solicitor fees upfront, while the claim is ongoing or if the claim is unsuccessful.

If your cycling accident compensation claim succeeds, a success fee will be deducted from your compensation. This fee is legally capped at 25% and will be explained clearly before your claim begins. 

Contact Accident Claims Today

Whether your cycling accident involved a negligent driver, a hit and run incident, an uninsured driver or a dangerous road defect, our team is available to discuss your circumstances and explain the options that may be available to you.

To find out whether you could be eligible to claim cycling accident compensation, contact Accident Claims today for a free consultation with a member of our team. We can answer your questions, assess the details of your accident and, where appropriate, connect you with experienced solicitors who can help you move your bike accident claim forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cycling Accident Claims

Below, we answer frequently asked questions about cycling accident claims.

Can I Claim Cycling Accident Compensation If I Was Not Wearing A Helmet?

Yes, you may still be able to claim cycling accident compensation if you were not wearing a helmet. However, if a helmet could have reduced the severity of certain injuries, the compensation awarded may be affected. 

Can I Make A Cycling Accident Claim If I Was Partly At Fault?

Yes, you may still be able to make a claim if you were partly responsible for the accident. Compensation may be reduced to reflect your share of responsibility. 

What Happens If The Driver Denies Causing The Cycling Accident?

A driver denying responsibility does not automatically prevent a claim from succeeding. Evidence such as witness statements, CCTV footage, helmet camera recordings and accident reports can help establish what happened. 

How Long Do Cycling Accident Claims Usually Take?

The time taken to settle a cycling accident claim can vary depending on the complexity of the case and whether liability is disputed. Straightforward claims may settle within months, while more complex cases can take longer. 

Do I Need A Solicitor To Make A Cycling Accident Claim?

You are not legally required to use a solicitor to make a cycling accident claim. However, many people choose to seek legal advice to help with gathering evidence, valuing the claim and dealing with the claims process. 

Will I Need To Go To Court For A Cycling Accident Claim?

Most cycling accident claims are resolved without the need to attend court. If court proceedings become necessary, your solicitor can explain what to expect and guide you through the process. 

Can I Claim For Damage To My Bike?

Yes, the cost of repairing or replacing a damaged bicycle may be included as part of a cycling accident claim. Supporting evidence such as photographs, repair estimates and purchase receipts can help demonstrate the loss. 

Learn More

Read more of our personal injury claims guides:

• Advice on mobility scooter accident claims.
• Guidance on claiming compensation for a crush injury.
• Learn about claiming for a mud on the road accident.

Resources:

• A list of conditions and injuries from the NHS.
• Advice for cyclists from THINK!
• Guidance on receiving statutory sick pay from Gov.UK.

Thank you for reading this guide on cycling accident claims.