STATISTICS NEWS UPDATE for 2006
[Released July 2007]: Pedal cyclist casualties fell from 16,561 in 2005 to
16,196, a drop of 2%. The number of cyclists killed or seriously injured
fell by 1% overall to 2296, and the number of fatalities fell marginally by
1% to 146. More on
Accident Statistics
The majority of the cyclist accidents that we deal with
involve other road users simply failing to see the cyclist.
If you are a cyclist and have
suffered personal injury in an accident that was not
your fault - you may be entitled to claim compensation.
If you want an independent view on your compensation
prospects following an accident please telephone our
accident claim line today.
Your case will need careful
management - we have a team of
road accident compensation lawyers who specialise in
these claims. As always with The Claims Connection, we
will deal with your claim free of charge. (England &
Wales only) and ensure that your needs are fully catered
for.
You may be able to claim:
Pain and suffering
(awards starting at £1000)
Treatment costs -
physiotherapy etc
Cycle repair costs or replacement
value subject to evidence
Loss of use - This is a
major item that most people do not bother claiming.
Miscellaneous items such as loss of earnings, out of
pocket expenses
Additional travel costs - incurred
whilst the cycle is off the road
Call our FREE cycle
accident careline now on 0800 0322210
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