Have You Been Affected by a Motorcycle Accident?
It is common knowledge that motorbikes are not the safest mode of transport on the road and that motorcycling can be a dangerous hobby. Riding a motorbike can increase the risk of having a road traffic accident compared to using other road vehicles.
Motorcyclists are, quite understandably, some of the most vulnerable road users. If you have suffered personal injury as a result of a motorbike accident then it is advised you talk to a personal injury solicitor.
There is a lack of protection for motorcyclists compared to other road vehicles if an accident does occur. Many motorcyclists have to rely on their leathers to protect them should an accident occur. The top speed some of the larger motorcycles can achieve is also a major contributing factor in many motorbike accidents.
Unfortunately, out of all the vehicles that use the road, motorcyclists tend to be the hardest to spot by other road users. This is primarily due to the small size of motorbikes compared to other vehicles on the road, and the fact that motorbikes are less common than other road vehicles. This can result in many road users being unprepared for the presence of a motorbike on the road.
Many initiatives have been introduced to increase public awareness of motorcycles and road safety. An example is the ‘Think Bike’ scheme, which has advertised on television, giving road users advice on the best methods to spot motorcyclists on the road. It is also common to see ‘Think Bike’ signs on roads where motorcycle accidents are common. Although this scheme has done all it can to improve the safety of motorcyclists on the road, accidents can, and do occur more frequently on motorbikes than many other road vehicles.
Claiming Compensation For A Motorcycle Accident
Suffering personal injury due to a motorcycle accident can prove to be a stressful and emotional time. A motorbike accident can result in being out of work and out of pocket, and injuries sustained from motorcycle accidents are usually quite serious in nature. For many, financial compensation is needed to cover the costs incurred from being in a motorcycle accident.
If a motorcycle accident occurred through no fault of your own, or even if you are partly to blame for the accident, then financial compensation may be available for any personal injury you have sustained and any loss or damages you have suffered as a direct consequence.
The law does not look kindly on people who cause accident or injury to others through irresponsible and careless driving. Therefore there is personal injury law in place to compensate those who are victims of road traffic accidents that are not their fault. This compensation is usually awarded through insurance companies.
For anyone who is the registered keeper of a road vehicle it is a legal requirement that they have insurance that at least covers them for damages to another vehicle and any personal injury claims that may come from another road user after an accident.
The only exception to this is when a registered vehicle has a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN). In any case, a vehicle with a SORN is not allowed on public roads and therefore should not be involved in a road traffic accident.
In the unfortunate event that a road accident does occur with another driver who does not have valid insurance, compensation for personal injury and damages is still available through the Motor Insurers Bureau (MIB). This protects road users from being out of pocket due to an uninsured driver.
Sometimes a motorcycle road accident can occur without the involvement of another vehicle or driver. Faulty manufacturing of a motorcycle can lead to an accident as can unsafe and poorly maintained roads. In each case there is still protective legislation that allows for a victim of a motorcycle accident to obtain the compensation they deserve.
How To Claim For A Motorcycle Accident
Detailed information on how to claim for various different causes of motorcycle accidents can be found throughout this site. However, in any personal injury claim it is greatly advised that you appoint a perosnal injury solicitor. Using a solicitor not only takes the stress out of making a personal injury claim; it can make the process of claiming much quicker and often gets a greater financial compensation reward.
We operate a find a Personal Injury Solicitor service that will match you with professional and helpful solicitors ready to assist you with the next step of your claim. This matching service is even free to use and there is no obligation to use any solicitor we find for you.