Do You Need a Solicitor to Make a Cycling Accident Compensation Claim?

According to the 2016 road safety statistics, a person is 15 times more likely to be injured or killed on British roads if they ride a cycle, rather than a car.

As such, if you are a cyclist, you must not only be aware of ways to stay safe on the roads, but also your rights, especially legal rights.

So if you are involved in an unfortunate accident, you would know what steps to take.

Procedure for Cycling Injury Claims

Find yourself a solicitor straight away. This is especially necessary because you need to safeguard your injury claim. Keep in mind that the insurance company is not a friend when it comes to settling claims. As such, they will try to undermine the compensation claim and have you settle for a smaller amount.

Having a solicitor alongside will ensure that you get the deal you want. Of course, it’s not mandatory. You can deal with the insurance company yourself. However, the process will be time consuming and costly, not to mention unfair if you’re unaware of the different tactics some companies apply.

What Can a Solicitor Offer You?

Basic insight into your legal rights is the first benefit a solicitor can offer. If you’ve been involved in an accident, your property and your health might have likely been damaged as well. Ergo, you are entitled to have the costs of repair and care covered. Unfortunately, getting those costs is not an easy task.

A solicitor has expert knowledge on all practices insurance companies employ. Because of this, they’ll be able to oppose any reports of discredits that a company may make for your claim, since they don’t want to pay the full price.

Also, with a solicitor on hand, they’ll take care of all the paperwork and help you get the necessary documents i.e. medical bills and witness testimonies etc.

 A Matter of Trust

While the decision to hire a solicitor is in your best interest, it can backfire quickly if you don’t hire the right professional to begin with.

When looking for legal representation for your case, always go with a solicitor who has the experience and expertise necessary for filing a cycle accident claim. Only then will you get the best results.

Contact Us!

Wembley Solicitors can assist you with your personal injury claims. Contact us at 020 3417 3700 and tell us the details of your case!