Motorcycle / Bike Accident Compensation Claims

Injury as a result of a motorbike accident can be very severe, due to the vulnerability of motorcyclists on the road. Therefore it is important that you always report any motorcycle accident to the police and obtain specialist advice on making a compensation claim.

There are various reasons why you could have a motorcycle accident, such as:

• A defect with your bike which could have either caused or contributed to your accident
• Knocked off your bike by another vehicle at a junction or roundabout
• Poorly maintained roads, i.e. potholes
• Uncontrolled animals
• Hit and run involving another vehicle

Not only may you have a claim for compensation due to suffering injury from a motorcycle accident, but you may also have various losses that you wish to recover, i.e.:

• Repair/replacement motorcycle
• Replacement clothing or helmet
• Physiotherapy or medical treatment
• Loss of earnings

Any solicitor dealing with your injury compensation claim will also take into account all of these, and any other losses.

To help your case it can assist your solicitor if you follow these steps, but always check with your solicitor what they require:

• Get the full details of all parties involved in the accident
• Take photos if possible
• Make a note of anything occurring to you at the time of the accident
• Obtain the details of any witnesses to the accident
• Obtain medical advice as soon as possible
• Keep details of all treatment and expenses incurred as a result of the accident

If you have suffered an injury as a result of a motorcycle accident, you may be able to make a claim for compensation. Contact Accident Line and we will put you in touch with a local specialist solicitor who will advise you. Alternatively, you can use our find my local 'Injury Solicitors' section and contact your local Accident Line solicitor directly.