How Much Compensation Will I Get For A Bike Accident?

Thousands of cyclists are seriously injured – even killed – in accidents on UK roads each year. If you have an incident while cycling, you might be aware that you can claim compensation. But you might also be wondering, “How much compensation will I get for a bike accident?”

The short answer is “it depends”. It depends on how severe your injuries are. It may also depend on the degree of responsibility you bear – and how well you are able to make your case when faced with the other party’s legal representation.

This means it is always worth at least reaching out to a solicitor specialising in bike accident claims to discuss the possibility of seeking compensation.

Grieves Solicitors, for example, has achieved millions of pounds of compensation for deserving clients. We give you friendly, personal service and support to help you succeed in your claim.

You can call us FREE on 0800 0747 644 or complete a Free Online Enquiry to walk through your options. Or continue reading about the level of compensation you can get following a cycling accident here:

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How Do You Get Money From A Bike Accident?

To get money from a bike accident, you need to make a personal injury claim for compensation.

To do this, you will need to understand how to make a claim (a solicitor with experience in bike accident claims is vital). You will also need to be able to show that your accident wasn’t entirely your fault. The party responsible for your accident may be:

• Another road user – if you were knocked off your bike by a driver, for instance.
• Your bicycle or equipment manufacturer – if your accident (or the extent of your injuries) was caused by a defective or malfunctioning helmet or bike.
• Your local authority or highway agency – if your accident was caused by a pothole or other road or environmental conditions, the fault may lie with your local authority.

How Much Compensation Will I Get For A Bike Accident?

The amount of compensation you can get for a bike accident will vary based on the level of injuries you have sustained and the effect they are likely to have on your life.

For example, if you fracture your leg, you might receive anywhere from around £7000 to £13 000 or more in compensation. A serious head injury might see you awarded around £379 000.

The amount you receive is likely to be negotiated between your solicitor and the legal representatives of the other party based on official guidelines. Or, if they cannot reach a negotiated settlement, you may have to go to court to get an official decision (though this is much rarer).

Generally speaking, the compensation you receive will be broken down into two parts:

1) General Damages

General damages cover the actual injuries you may have sustained in your accident. There is a set of guidelines that cover the range of compensation for specific injuries, largely established by previous cases.
Solicitors and insurance companies – as well as the courts – refer to these when they are negotiating or making judgements on personal injury cases like yours.

If you suffer multiple injuries, sadly likely in cycling accidents with other road users, the general expectation is that you will be awarded compensation based on your most serious injury with a portion of the compensation for your other injuries added on top.

2) Special Damages

Special damages are a little different. They are designed to cover the financial impact of your accident. This means they might cover things like:

• Damage to your bicycle, gear, or clothing
• The cost of medical treatment
• The additional costs of needing to commute or travel by other means

Who Will Pay My Bike Accident Compensation?

In most circumstances, it is an insurance company that ends up actually paying the compensation for your claim. This will depend on where the fault for your incident lies.

Can I make a no-win, no-fee bike accident compensation claim?

Yes. Many specialists in this niche field of law – including Grieves Solicitors – can help you make a personal injury claim on a no-win, no-fee basis.

This means there is no upfront cost to making a claim, often a relief in times when your accident has already impacted your income.

Speak with one of our friendly and supportive team today on 0800 0747 644 or complete a Free Online Enquiry to tell us more about your story. There is no fee or commitment.

Here at Grieves Solicitors, Personal Injury Specialists, we offer a no win, no fee solution to funding your claim (a conditional fee agreement) which means that you do not have to worry about legal costs and expenses.  You can read about our no win, no fee agreement here.