Cycle Accident Compensation Claims
If you or a loved one have been injured in a cycle accident that was caused at least in part by the actions of another road user you might be entitled to claim compensation.
Thompsons is Scotland's largest personal injury firm, each week securing around £1 million in compensation for its clients and winning 90% of the cases it takes on. Talk to us today without obligation for advice regarding your rights and options. Simply call 0800 0891 331 or click here for more information regarding our offices and points of contact.
Where can I make a Cycling Claim in Scotland?
Seeking compensation for cycling accidents? Get professional support for cycling claims in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Dumfries, and Borders with Thompsons' experienced legal team.
- Cycling claims for accidents in Glasgow: Our Glasgow team understands the busy roads and varied cycling conditions of the city. We provide dedicated support to those affected by accidents, working to secure fair compensation.
- Cycling claims for accidents in Edinburgh: Our solicitors specialise in handling accident claims unique to Edinburgh’s busy streets and diverse cycling terrain, offering tailored guidance to achieve rightful outcomes.
- Cycling claims for accidents in Aberdeen: With knowledge of local road conditions, our Aberdeen team supports individuals pursuing fair compensation after cycling-related incidents.
- Cycling claims for accidents in Dundee: Our Dundee solicitors provide compassionate advice and strong legal representation, ensuring injured cyclists receive proper support and guidance through the claims process.
- Cycling claims for accidents in Dumfries: Our professionals offer personalised legal support to individuals injured in cycling accidents, helping them navigate the process and seek fair compensation.
- Cycling claims for accidents in Borders: Whether on rural roads or in town, our Borders solicitors assist with claims, guiding clients through the process within the necessary time frames.
How is a Cycling Accident Claim Broken Down?
The majority of any compensation awarded as a result of your cycling accident claim is likely to be accounted for by General Damages and Special Damages.
- General Damages: are awarded for the physical and psychological pain caused by your injury, as well as for any restrictions or limitations the injury has placed on you to carry out your normal life, including in your domestic and leisure life.
- Special Damages: are your financial losses. These may include such things as the cost of medical treatment and care, damage to your bicycle, lost earnings and any particular adaptations you have had to make because of your injuries.
David Adams
David Adams
"The compensation levels and values are all determined by the extent of the injury."
How can I Support my Claim?
There are many documents and witness statements you will need in order to fully support your claim. Thompsons accident lawyers in Scotland can help you ensure your claim is supported with receipts, photographs, estimates, along with accurate and persuasive lost earnings calculations.
We can also help you ensure your claim is based on all available witness statements as well as the best possible accident reconstruction techniques.
What happens if Liability is disputed?
Where liability is admitted at an early stage, proceeding with the claim should be relatively straightforward. However, where liability is contested it is essential to:
- Obtain a police report
- Contact all possible witnesses for statements
- Carefully consider all other evidence, including vehicle damage documents.
How do No Win, No Fee Accident Lawyers work?
If you have suffered injury and financial loss as a result of a cycling accident caused by another party, it is reasonable that you are worried about the potential cost of making a claim.
However, the accident lawyers at Thompsons' work to ensure maximum compensation under a no win, no fee agreement. This means that unless your case is successful, you will be immune from any expense at all – we guarantee that there are no hidden costs.
David Adams
David Adams
"No win no fee is, in a nutshell, a speculative funding arrangement which basically says if we think that your case has got reasonable prospects of success, we are happy to shoulder the liability on the costs with that."
Call 0800 0891 331 to speak with one of our solicitors today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in cycle accident compensation?
Compensation usually covers General Damages for pain and suffering, and Special Damages for financial losses such as treatment costs and lost earnings.
Can I make a claim if the accident was only partly someone else’s fault?
Yes, you may still be entitled to claim if another road user was at least partly responsible for the accident.
Where in Scotland can I make a cycling accident claim?
Claims can be made across Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Dumfries, and the Borders with the support of Thompsons’ solicitors.
What evidence is needed to support my claim?
Receipts, photographs, witness statements, medical records, and accident reconstructions are often used to strengthen a claim.
