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Motorcycle Passenger Accident Injury Claim Experts
Pillion Passenger and sidecar accidents
If you have been injured as a motorcycle passenger, then you could be entitled to claim compensation.
Our specialist solicitors are experts in helping motorbike passengers who have been involved in accidents obtain the financial recompense they need to recover their losses, assist with their rehabilitation, and address their needs in the future.
The key to any successful motorcycle passenger accident claim is proving someone else was responsible for the incident. We will work tirelessly on your behalf to show that the rider or another motorist was at fault and will fight to ensure your compensation award accurately reflects the physical, emotional, and financial damages you have suffered.
We regularly act on behalf of motorbike passengers who have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligent riding or driving, and if the driver responsible fled the scene or the driver was uninsured, we work with the Motor Insurers’ Bureau to secure the best settlement possible.
Whatever the circumstances of your accident, we will help you build the strongest possible case and ensure you receive the compensation and help you are entitled to.
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Motorcyclists are considered to be one of the groups of vulnerable road users (VRU), mainly because they are not protected by a vehicle body but also because they are harder for other road users to see. Therefore, they are particularly vulnerable to injuries and have the highest accident and injury rates per mile travelled of all road user groups.
While some motorbike accidents may be relatively minor, resulting in injuries that will heal relatively quickly, other more serious accidents can lead to severe injuries that will have life-changing consequences and in some cases, may even lead to loss of life.
When riding as a passenger on a motorbike, it could be argued that the risks are even greater, as you have absolutely no control over the motorcycle. You are reliant on the motorcyclist to be observant of what is happening around them and have to trust them to ride in a safe, responsible manner.
If the rider’s actions led to an accident that caused your injuries, you have a right to claim compensation.
Having a pillion passenger will dramatically affect the way a bike handles, increasing braking distances, altering the way it corners and changing the way the suspension performs. Failure to adapt to these changes increase the chances of an accident occurring.
Common risks for pillion passengers include:
Whilst riding as a passenger in a sidecar is significantly safer than riding as a pillion passenger, mainly because the sidecar offers a degree of protection and stability, there are still significant risks, mainly associated with the setup of the sidecar outfit but also due to rider’s ability to adapt to the way a bike handles.
Common risks for sidecar passengers include:
Although rider error is a significant cause of motorbike accidents it is far from being the only one. Many accidents can be attributed to the negligence of other road users or attributed to mechanical failure or a puncture. Road conditions can also play a significant role, with potholes or wet or icy roads dramatically increasing the chances of motorcycle accidents.
Whether the accident was caused by a collision with another vehicle, poor road conditions, or a reckless overtaking manoeuvre, you could be entitled to compensation.
When suffering a motorcycle passenger accident, you are unlikely to have contributed to the incident that caused your injuries and therefore you deserve to be given the best possible chance of receiving the full amount of compensation, which will be critical for your recovery and future financial security. At PSR Solicitors, our pillion passenger claims specialists can provide you with expert legal support, tailored to the precise circumstances surrounding your motorcycle passenger accident and your specific injuries.
Unfortunately, many law firms have decided against using fully qualified solicitors to handle personal injury claims, with many now electing to use teams of untrained fee earners to handle such claims. At PSR Solicitors, you will always be assigned a dedicated, fully qualified personal injury solicitor to handle your claim, someone that you can contact regarding your claim and someone that you can be confident has the necessary legal expertise to help secure you the compensation you deserve.
Recognised as a leading firm of injury lawyers across North Wales and Cheshire there are many reasons to choose PSR:
We are always on hand to answer any questions and make it our mission to provide you with nothing but exceptional levels of service. Our friendly approach will put you at your ease while our knowledge and legal expertise will give you the peace of mind that your claim is in safe hands.
If you have been involved in a motorbike accident, either as a pillion passenger or sidecar passenger and have been injured due to the negligence of the rider or another road user, then it is highly probable that you will be able to claim compensation for the pain and suffering caused to you.
PSR Solicitors have the expertise to ensure you are best placed to receive the maximum compensation settlement possible. If you are looking to make a pillion passenger compensation claim and want free initial advice from a fully qualified RTA Solicitor, then please contact us now.
Once we have listened to the details of your case, we will be able to confirm that we are able to handle your claim on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that in the unlikely event your claim proves unsuccessful, there will be no legal fees for you to pay, so No Win No Fee = No Risk To You.
We have offices throughout North Wales and Cheshire and as one of the leading teams of Personal Injury Solicitors in Wales and Personal Injury Lawyers in Cheshire, you can contact us safe in the knowledge that one of our expert road traffic accident lawyers will take care of everything for you on a No Win No Fee basis, allowing you to focus on your recovery, whilst we proceed with your legal case.
If you are looking to claim compensation for a road traffic accident and you want free advice from a fully qualified solicitor then please contact us now. Using one of our specialist solicitors ensures that you have a better chance of winning your claim and receiving all of the compensation and help that you are entitled to all on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that you won't have any legal costs to pay if your claim is unsuccessful so No Win No Fee = No Risk To You.
Richard Layfield
Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury
I've been a Solicitor at PSR Solicitors since March 2013 and now take full responsibility for leading the Rhyl Office.
I completed both my Law LLB and LPC degrees at Cardiff University, graduating in 2008 and 2009 respectively. Thereafter, I completed my 2-year training contract at a firm based in Cardiff, then retained by this firm as a Criminal Defence Solicitor until I decided to relocate up to North Wales, for the countryside and the people..
As an experienced personal injury and civil litigation Solicitor, I represent Claimants in all manner of personal injury case work including injuries as a result of Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, and Occupiers Liability Accidents. I handle all types off personal injury claims from the minor right through to complex, serious injury claims.
Outside of work I'm a keen rugby fan, who enjoys running and travel.
Shotton Office, Rhyl Office, Ellesmere Port Office, Wallasey Office
Paul Rossiter
Managing Director
All Offices
I am the Managing Director of PSR Solicitors. After working in various law firms, both small high street firms and a larger practice in Manchester, I saw a gap in the market for a high quality practice that had the same core high street values of being personable and approachable and combining them with the efficiency and professionalism of a larger practice. PSR Solicitors was therefore established in 2009 in Shotton, Deeside with this aim. Since then PSR Solicitors has provided high quality legal services to local clients throughout North Wales and Cheshire.
I live in Chester with my young family and 2 dogs and enjoy regular holidays along the coast of North Wales.
I have recently been asked to join the board of trustees at Platform For Life, a mental health counselling charity in Chester. Good mental health is the foundation of a more fulfilled, happy and healthy life, yet many families struggle to access the help and support they need to achieve it. Platform for Life offers free local counselling and play therapy for families who would otherwise not be able to afford it.
Mark House
Solicitor - Head of Litigation
Shotton Office, Wrexham Office, Colwyn Bay Office, Wallasey Office
I completed my law degree and legal practice course at Nottingham Law School, before qualifying as a solicitor in 2004. I then worked at a specialist personal injury firm in the East Midlands and a leading regional firm, before joining PSR in 2017.
With PSR I've continued to specialise in acting for Personal Injury claimants and have developed a keen understanding of the procedures and tactics involved in pursuing a claim, as well as the difficulties and concerns faced by people who have suffered as the result of an accident.
Since 2014 I've been proud to help hundreds of people. I've represented the public in all manner of injury claims, including serious orthopaedic injuries, brain damage, and psychological trauma. I was instructed to deal with claims for clients in the aftermath of the Potters Bar rail crash and the Penhallow hotel fire.
In addition, I represent clients in relation to all manner of disputes. I have dealt with professional negligence claims, such as those against solicitors and builders. I have helped clients recover money which is due to them and to dispute invoices which have been sent to them. I have helped business defend claims against them. I have tackled neighbour and boundary disputes.
I live locally to the Colwyn Bay office, and outside of work, I enjoy taking advantage of the coastal and mountain outdoor activities which are available on the doorstep. I'm also heavily involved with an outdoor pursuits charity, which I find an enjoyable and rewarding way of using my free time.
At PSR Solicitors, our specialist lawyers regularly help the victims of pillion passenger accidents to claim the compensation they deserve for their injuries. We also have experience in helping clients claim motorcycle sidecar accident compensation.
With years of experience in handling motorbike passenger accident claims, we have come to understand that these types of cases often involve the victim making a claim against a friend or sometimes, a family member.
It is rare that someone will ride in the sidecar of a stranger or agree to ride as a pillion passenger with someone they don’t know, so, in the event that your accident was caused by rider error, it is likely to be someone you know. While the prospect of making a compensation claim against a friend or family may not seem overly appealing, it is worth remembering that it is their insurance company, rather than them, that will be covering the cost of compensation. If your injuries are serious, you may have no choice but to make a claim, as you look to recover lost earnings, pay expensive medical bills, and make provisions for the future.
Alternatively, a mechanical failure or another road user may have been responsible for the accident that caused your injuries, in which case your claim would potentially be brought against the motorcycle manufacturer or the negligent road user.
At PSR Solicitors, you will always be assigned a fully qualified lawyer to handle your case. All road traffic cases are taken on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis, meaning that in the event your claim proves to be unsuccessful, you will have no legal fees to pay.
To discuss the merits of your claim, call PSR Solicitors for a free, no-obligation, initial consultation.
Although a motorbike passenger may have sustained injuries in an accident that they were in no way responsible for, there are certain circumstances where their compensation may be reduced due to something called contributory negligence.
For instance, if a passenger proceeded to get onto a motorcycle or climb into a sidecar, despite knowing that the motorcyclist was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and if that rider then proceeded to have a crash, it could be argued that the passenger’s decision to get on the motorbike, knowing what they did, was a contributory factor in the injuries they sustained.
Another example is if the motorcyclist provided the pillion passenger with an appropriate BSA approved helmet, but the passenger decided not to wear it. If the medical opinion is that the injuries would be less severe had the passenger worn the provided helmet, then the compensation awarded to the passenger may be reduced.
If you have any concerns or questions regarding contributory negligence in your case, call and speak to one of our specialist motorcycle passenger injury claim experts.
When a motorcyclist agrees to take a pillion passenger, they have a duty to take reasonable care of that passenger. That responsibility does not only start the moment they turn the key in the ignition, they also have an obligation to ensure certain conditions are met before the passenger even considers getting on the back of the bike or into the sidecar.
In the case of motorbike pillion passengers, motorcyclists have to ensure the following conditions are met before travelling.
Failure to meet any of the above conditions increases the risk of you sustaining a serious injury in the event of an accident and constitutes a breach of the rider’s duty towards ensuring your safety.
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