Compensation: £23,500
Cyclist secures £23,500 after driver distracted by dog
A cyclist was knocked from his bike after a car driver became distracted by a dog inside the vehicle. The accident left our client with a complex ankle fracture and a painful soft tissue injury to the shoulder.
Two Wheel Claims helped pursue the claim and recover compensation for the injuries suffered, as well as additional losses including travel costs and private medical insurance outlay.
A serious cycling injury caused by a moment’s distraction
Cyclists are vulnerable road users, and even a brief lapse in concentration from a driver can have serious consequences. In this case, the driver’s attention was diverted by a dog in the car, resulting in our client being knocked off his bicycle.
The impact caused a complex ankle fracture, alongside a significant soft tissue injury to the shoulder. Injuries of this nature can affect mobility, independence, work, day-to-day routine and a person’s confidence getting back on the road.
Laura acted for the client and helped progress the claim through to settlement. The final compensation recovered was £23,500, which included compensation for the injuries sustained as well as related financial losses such as travel expenses and the recovery of private medical insurance costs.
Injured because a driver was not paying attention?
Driver distraction can take many forms, from mobile phones and passengers to pets inside the vehicle. If you have been injured while cycling because a driver failed to keep proper attention on the road, you may be able to make a claim.
Speak to Two Wheel Claims for clear advice on your options and whether you may be entitled to compensation.
