E-scooters have become increasingly popular in the UK. It has become a familiar sight to see a person whizzing silently down cycle lanes, around pavements, and even in the middle of the road on their two-wheeled battery-operated vehicle. Not only are they a cost-effective mode of transport, but they are also practical and eco-friendly.
In 2017, from the 24,831 casualties that were caused due to road traffic accidents in the UK, 26 percent of cases involved vulnerable road users i.e. pedestrians. As a pedestrian yourself, It’s important that you know your rights and limitations in accordance with UK law.
While most cases in terms of passenger, pedestrian or car accidents are somewhat open-and-shut, bus accident claims are a lot more complex, especially if you’re seeking compensation.
When they’re trying to sell you a policy, insurance agents will promise to be by your side whenever you need them; however, the story is very different after you’ve purchased the policy.
Personal injury claims have dropped drastically this year according to an article published in the UK Law Society Gazette due to recent stringencies put in place. The same was done because of an influx of what are classed as false claims in the previous years. In any case, if you’re someone who has suffered a personal injury
Tragically, the UK media is blazing with reports of road accidents involving school coaches and buses – the most recent being near Lincolnshire and prior to that, in Aberdeen. Some of these accidents prove to be fatal, while the impact of most (thankfully) is only limited to injuries to children travelling on board. Naturally, any children