Cyclist Awarded £2500 After Accident Caused by Oil on The Road
Settlement Amount: £2500
Lawyer: Dave Gardner
Our client, a 65-year-old retired individual from Bournemouth, was out cycling when he encountered a hazardous patch of oil on the road. The oil was the result of a prior accident that the council had attended but failed to make safe or place warning signs. This negligence caused our client to lose control of his bike and fall onto the road.
Injuries:
Our client sustained injuries to his right shoulder, elbow, hand, and hip, resulting in permanent scarring. This experience further left our client feeling very anxious when out cycling, an activity that was previously an enjoyable hobby and a way to relax and keep fit.
Case Outcome:
The claim was directed to Bournemouth Council and managed by Dave Gardner. Who through his knowledge in personal injury and expertise in dealing with hundreds of cycle injury claims, our client received compensation of £2,500. This settlement acknowledges the council’s responsibility for appropriate road maintenance.
Five-Figure Compensation for Cyclist Injured by Driver Failing to Give Way
Settlement figure: £19,701.30
Lawyer: Dave Gardner
Our client, a 73-year-old retiree from Manchester, was involved in a collision with a car while cycling. The defendant drove out from a road on the client’s left, failing to give way, their vehicle collided with our client, knocking her from her bike.
Injuries:
Our client sustained multiple injuries, including a rib fracture, a deep laceration to her left shin resulting in a permanent scar, and bruising on both her legs. Additionally, our client suffered from two subsequent severe chest infections due to the chest injury.
Case Outcome:
The claim was submitted via the Ministry of Justice Portal. The case was not straightforward, as our legal team initially made an offer of £19,701, which the defendant’s insurers countered with a significantly lower offer of £2,801. However, with Dave’s perseverance and wealth of experience in cycling injury claims, the defendant’s insurers subsequently paid the full amount previously asked for.
£13,000 Compensation for Cyclist Injured in Collision with Van
Settlement Amount: £13,000
Lawyer: Dave Gardner
Our client, an avid 38-year-old cyclist from Gloucester, was involved in a road traffic accident while cycling in a cycle lane. The defendant driver, who was operating a large van, made an unexpected turn across his path, resulting in a collision that knocked our client off his bike. The van driver’s failure to notice our client and ensure safe maneuvering highlights the risks faced by cyclists on the road, even when they are in designated cycling zones.
Injuries:
Our client suffered several injuries including:
- A soft tissue injury to his left knee
- A right ankle injury
- A dislocated right shoulder
- Multiple abrasions on his body
- Risk of potential blood clot in his leg
In addition to these injuries, our client’s bike was significantly damaged in the collision.
Case Outcome:
Managed by Dave, who has successfully managed hundreds of cycling injury claims throughout his career. The case was settled with our client receiving a compensation amount of £13,000.
£12,770 Compensation for Cyclist’s Severe Injuries that Required Surgery
Settlement Amount: £12,770
Lawyer: Dave Gardner
In the early hours of the morning, our client was involved in a road traffic accident when the driver of a car pulled out from a side road and failed to notice our client who was cycling. This caused a collision, throwing our client over the bonnet of the car and onto the ground.
Injuries:
Our client sustained multiple injuries, including:
- Soft tissue injury to the lower back
- Deep lacerations to the left shin requiring sutures, resulting in permanent scaring
- A chipped bone on his left shin
- A lateral collateral ligament knee injury. At the time of the accident our client had visible bone and loose skin
Our client’s injuries required surgery, resulting in severe scarring and a managed recovery resulting in severe scarring. The accident also led to our client experiencing psychological issues due to the trauma this experience caused them.
Case Outcome:
The case was expertly managed by Dave and a settlement of over £12,000 was achieved for our client.
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