Over 3600 cyclists in London were killed or seriously injured in road accidents between 2000 and 2008. Riding in city centre environments, such as London, can pose a lot of dangers to bike riders in terms of the heavy traffic, narrow streets, obstructed views and other road hazards, such as litter and oil on the road surface. My Cycling Claim is a specialist legal service designed to help cyclists injured in accidents in London and elsewhere that were not their fault to claim compensation from the person or persons responsible.
The London cycling experience
The high number of cycling accidents in London is due to both the number of cyclists and the level of road traffic. With more people and more vehicles on its streets than any other city in the UK, London is perhaps the most challenging city in the country for cyclists. All the hazards and the sheer number of other road users mean it is not surprising that so many people in the London area injure themselves in cycling accidents.
Having said that however, it is worth pointing out that for many people cycling in London is an enjoyable experience and a convenient way of getting to and from work. When a London cycling accident happens, it can change that in a split second, potentially leaving you with serious injuries and without the use of your bike.
Cycling accidents in and around London
Even with the introduction of the congestion charge into central London back in 2003 the level of traffic is still a big hazard; one that is responsible for hundreds of London cyclist accidents each year.
Several areas of London pose problems for cyclists hoping to safely navigate the traffic, particularly during the morning and evening rush hours. Roads leading into The City of London and the West End see high levels of cycling accidents, particularly the A16 in North London, the A4020 in West London and the A3 south of the Thames. Other areas where cyclists are particularly at risk of being involved in a London cycling accident include major road junctions and roundabouts.
Making a London cycling accident claim
At My Cycling Claim, our bicycle accident solicitors are here to get the victims of cycling accidents in London and across the UK the very best possible deal after a non-fault cycling accident. If you are a cyclist and you have been injured in an accident through no fault of your own then we can help you to make a compensation claim to recover the money you need to help you get on with your life.
Our service for London cyclist accident victims also includes arranging for a doctor to conduct a medical assessment of your injuries so that if necessary a treatment plan can be devised to help you to recover more quickly. On top of that our London cycling accident solicitors will work to recover all of the financial losses you have suffered after your accident, including the costs of replacing any of your property that was damaged at the time of the accident and any wages you have lost out on due to time spent off work recovering from your injuries.
