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What happens when a motorist says ‘Sorry I didn’t see you’ to a Motorcyclists  after an accident? The usual phrase is something along the lines: “Sorry mate, I didn’t see you.” Within the motorcycling community, this has become so common that it has its own name, SMIDSY, an abbreviation for…

Some scars are not visible on the body. They are held in a place that, to those looking from the outside, remains invisible, but which, for the person living with them, is a daily reminder of something that happened and never fully passed. It continues to make itself known, without…

E-scooters have become a familiar sight across British towns and cities. Zipping along cycle lanes and lining the pavements of city centres, they have earned a reputation as a quick, convenient, and eco-friendly way to get around. But these vehicles are not famous for that alone. They are also widely…

You are hurt and frustrated. The impact is visible. The situation feels entirely unjust. Worse, the uncertainty around whether those responsible will be held accountable starts to erode your peace of mind. In that state, a quick decision follows. You instruct the first available personal injury solicitor and push ahead…

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…