Number of compensation claims from cyclists could be higher
LOCAL authorities throughout the UK are paying out increasing amounts in compensation to people that are injured following trips on pavements or accidents with potholes.
Some councils have reported paying out up to £250,000 in the past year, while the average compensation settlement for incidents of this kind is now around £8,500.
The claims are often for injuries such as broken legs, arms, hips, wrists, ankles, jaws, facial injuries and, in some cases, depression.
Many accidents occur on pavements, with local authorities coming under increasing fire for allowing them to fall into disrepair. However, less people realise that they can also claim for injuries sustained while on the road.
Many motorists, cyclists and motorcycle riders are injured on potholes in roads every year. Yet cycling groups have reported that many of their members are unaware that they are entitled to make personal injury compensation claims, as cyclists often assume that such accidents are their own fault for failing to see a hazard in time.
Now, many solicitors are urging anyone who has been injured either as a consequence of what they believe are disrepaired roads or pavements to contact them, as they may have a case for a claim, and are far more likely to receive quality medical treatment as a consequence.
Solicitors are ensuring that there is minimal paperwork and no fees to pay, while clients keep all of the compensation they are awarded.
If you think you are entitled to make such a claim, contact a personal injury specialist now.