When a driver turned directly across the path of an oncoming cyclist, the result was a heavy collision that left our client on the ground and in need of urgent medical attention.
Although the physical injuries were classed as minor including soft tissue damage, abrasions and bruising to multiple areas of the body, along with concussion- they still had a significant short-term impact. He was unable to work for almost a month and couldn’t return to cycling, running, or swimming for around three months after the incident.
But the most lasting effect wasn’t physical. In the weeks and months that followed, anxiety took hold which is an increasingly common consequence of road traffic collisions. For this client, the psychological impact became the longest part of the recovery journey, lasting over seven months and disrupting his daily life in ways that were just as real as any physical pain.
He contacted Cycle SOS the very next day after the incident. Our team immediately began building the case, collecting medical evidence, organising treatment records, and valuing property damage, particularly his bicycle, which alone was worth more than £4,000.
By the end of the first month, we had secured a full admission of liability from the driver’s insurer. We worked carefully to ensure all aspects of the impact including emotional distress, lost earnings, and out-of-pocket expenses like travel, clothing and phone damage were accounted for. Medical evidence was disclosed just four months after the incident.
When early offers from the defendant’s side fell short of what we felt was fair compensation, our cycling lawyers took strategic action by initiating court proceedings. This approach sent a clear message: we stood by our client and our valuation. It worked. Within a matter of weeks, negotiations resumed and we secured a successful settlement of over £8,500.
The Bigger Picture
This case is a reminder that not all cycling injuries are visible and that so-called “minor” incidents can carry major consequences. At Cycle SOS, we take a holistic view of injury: the physical, the psychological, and the practical day-to-day impact on our clients’ lives.
We work hard to secure the right outcome, no matter how long recovery takes. If you’ve been involved in a cycling incident and need expert support, we’re here to help.
