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Motorcyclist’s £6.4m Compensation Claim Dismissed After Base-Jump Photo In a landmark ruling, a motorcyclist’s £6.4 million compensation claim was dismissed by an English court after he was found to have been “fundamentally dishonest.” This decision marks one of the largest claims to be rejected on these grounds, highlighting the stringent…

Bike-jacking, particularly in London, is a concerning issue where cyclists are targeted by thieves aiming to steal expensive bikes. These criminals often employ various tactics, such as ambushing cyclists in secluded areas, threatening them with violence or weapons, or using distraction techniques to snatch the bikes. The stolen bikes are…

When Not Wearing a Cycle Helmet Makes No Difference To The Injury In the case of Smith v Finch, in the High Court, the claimant, a pedal cyclist, was riding his bicycle when he was involved in a collision with a Yamaha 600cc motorcycle ridden by the defendant. The pedal…

HELMET AND HEAD INJURIES Understanding the Importance of Bicycle Helmets in Preventing Fatal Head Injuries The wearing of helmets for motorcyclists, cyclists and E-Scooter riders in the UK involves different legal requirements and implications in the event of an accident, as per the Highway Code’s rules. Motorcycle Crash Helmets Rules…

5 Star Review Hutcheon Law Solicitors There are times when we receive 5 Star Reviews that make our jobs so worthwhile. Receiving praise for tackling difficult tasks can be incredibly rewarding and motivating. It’s a recognition of our effort, skill, and perseverance put into overcoming challenges. An acknowledgment from our…

Pedal Cycle Accidents in the UK Navigating the road to safety in the UK is an important factor when taking to the road with a pedal bike.  Most of us started out as a child, with parent, learning to ride a bike with stabilisers, helmet and elbow and knee pads. …

High-Risk Fatal Accidents or Serious Injuries The dangers associated with cyclists turning left at road junctions alongside Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) present a serious risk to road safety. Large vehicles like HGVs have inherent blind spots, making cyclists in their path entirely unseen. The discrepancy in size and visibility exacerbates…

Unveiling the Hazards of Blind Spots For Lorry Drivers In the realm of road safety, the recent, heart-wrenching incident involving lorry driver Kevin Allen and the unfortunate loss of life of NHS paediatrician Dr. Marta Krawiec prompts a critical exploration of the inherent dangers faced by Heavy Goods Drivers (HGV)…

How to Claim Compensation Involving E-Scooters Our complete guide to claiming compensation following an Electric Scooter or E-Scooter Accident on the road or pavement on UK roads, updated for 2024. This E-Scooter Compensation Guide 2024 is the only webpage you need if you have been involved in an accident on public…

This article by motorcycle accident solicitors will provide a brief overview of the importance of understanding bike accident claim amounts and will emphasise the need for expert legal guidance in pursuing compensation. This guide equally applies to pedal cyclists and scooter riders.  The same principles apply across all road users…