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Dockless e bikes were meant to make urban travel greener and easier. In reality, many pavements and access routes across London and other cities are now cluttered with abandoned bikes. They block walkways, restrict access to homes and businesses, and create genuine danger for pedestrians. For vulnerable road and pavement…

Cycling in London’s parks is promoted as healthy and sustainable, but concerns around speed and congestion have brought cyclist safety into sharp focus, particularly in Regent’s Park. The introduction of new pedestrian crossings and traffic lights on the Outer Circle is intended to slow cyclists and reduce the risk of…

Motorcycle claims solicitors – Winter Dangers to Riders Winter brings a sharp increase in road dangers for motorcyclists and cyclists across the UK. Shorter days, poor visibility and unpredictable road conditions combine to create a perfect storm for serious accidents. For those on two wheels, even a minor hazard can…

Dame Joan Collins has added her voice to the growing public frustration over the widespread misuse of e-bikes and e-scooters across London, warning that the capital is facing a new kind of invasion  one that many residents feel the Mayor’s office has failed to control as reported in The Times…

The rapid growth of rental e-bikes and e-scooters has transformed urban transport across the UK. But as these schemes expand, so do the practical problems for residents, particularly when designated parking bays obstruct pavements, driveways, and access routes.  This can be more of a headache than the menace of accidents…

Lime, E-Bikes have been in the news lately (see our article E-Bike and E-Scooter Accidents: The Growing Risk for Pedestrians) relating one of the world’s largest electric bike and scooter sharing companies, with a large base in London, is preparing to list on the New York Stock Exchange in a…

E-bikes and e-scooters have become a common sight on our roads and pavements. But as their popularity increases, so too does the number of serious accidents involving pedestrians and road users. These modern transport methods, while convenient and eco-friendly in theory, are now being linked to life-changing injuries.  This is…

A recent report in The Times on stolen E-bikes has highlighted the increasing reliance on private recovery agents as victims of e bike theft find themselves unsupported by limited police resources. But behind the dramatic personal story lies a growing public safety issue  stolen electric bikes often end up used…

In September 2023, Wales made headlines by becoming the first UK nation to introduce a default 20mph speed limit on most roads previously set at 30mph. The aim? Safer streets, fewer accidents, and a nudge towards walking, cycling, and cleaner air. But while the ambition was clear, the reception was…

Pedal Bike Accidents a Guide Pedal bikes have long been a staple mode of transport in the UK, used for commuting, exercise, and leisure. With increasing concerns over rising fuel costs, traffic congestion, and environmental sustainability, more people are choosing bicycles as a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to cars and…