Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists are one of the more vulnerable groups of road users. As a biker, you can travel at the same speed as cars but also have the ability to manoeuvre in and out of traffic. However, you can be easily obscured in a vehicle’s blind spot or windscreen pillars meaning that drivers can be left with limited or even no time to react and prevent a collision. You are also at risk from accidents due to a poor road surface or potholes.

If you have been involved in an accident on your motorbike that was not your fault, you may have grounds for a compensation claim for any injuries or losses you suffered. You can find out more on the possible impact of a motorbike incident below and our specialist Personal Injury team can advise you on your options and help you through the claims process.

Thorntons Solicitors have been superb in fighting and winning my personal injury case. I would recommend Thorntons to anyone. They are totally professional, efficient, caring and very friendly. Special thanks to Jill Lawson, whose skill, expertise and guidance secured and excellent result for me. Thank you for everything you have done for me.

Mr B was awarded £20,000 after a collision with a van whilst riding his motorcycle on the M90 on the outskirts of Perth. He sustained a fractured wrist. Despite having surgery he has been left with permanent restricted movement in his wrist.

Impact of motorbike accidents

If you were injured in a motorbike accident you may need treatment for your injuries and have to cope with resulting financial losses.

Injuries and treatment

If you are struck by a car or other vehicle whilst on your motorcycle or have an accident as a result of a pothole in the road, you may well suffer injuries such as broken bones, whiplash, a head injury or other physical or psychological injuries.

You may require treatment such as physiotherapy or if you are struggling psychologically with the impact of the accident, you may require treatment such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or EMDR. We can assist with making sure you are seen by appropriately qualified medical professionals who can give guidance on the best treatment to aid your recovery.

Financial losses

Following your accident, you may need to take time off work, replace damaged property such as bike leathers and helmets, pay for treatment or need assistance with activities of daily living. All of this can have a major financial impact on you. We can help you claim compensation to cover these losses.

How can Thorntons help?

Our team of Personal Injury Solicitors have a combined 175 years’ experience, with expertise to allow us to assess the severity of your injury and the appropriate level of compensation that should be awarded. We have a proven track record in obtaining compensation for motorcyclists and, in most cases, act on a no win no fee basis, eliminating the financial risk for you.

You can start your claim today by calling us free on 0800 731 8434 or complete our enquiry form. We will discuss your situation confidentially, answer any questions you may have and advise you if you may be entitled to claim compensation for your motorcycle accident. You can also take a look at our Claims Calculator to find out how much compensation you may be entitled to.