A lot of motorbike passengers are not aware that seeking compensation is an option and many innocent victims do not pursue money they are entitled to.
Buses, coaches, taxis and cars can all be involved in a road traffic accident with a motorbike. If you are a motorbike passenger and the accident was not your fault, you have a right to make a claim. In some cases, your injuries may be more serious than the main driver’s.
Motorbike Passenger injuries can lead to any of the following:
- Broken bones
- Whiplash
- Spinal damage
- Head injuries
- Eye problems
- Organ damage
- Facial scarring or burns
- Psychological damage
If you have had an accident and suffered any of the above then it’s imperative that you seek medical attention straight away. If you work, then it could be that your ability to continue doing the same job is affected. Both of these can cause considerable stress and leave you questioning how you are going to pay for the health care you need and how you are going to manage without your regular income.
Don’t delay making your claim
The immediate reaction of a passenger accident victim is not to find out about compensation, particularly if they do not feel ‘injured’. Examples of this may be those who have suffered psychological trauma through witnessing someone’s death. Muscle injury may also not take effect until much later on when intense physiotherapy is needed. Make sure you are fully aware of your rights and make enquiries about your rightful compensation today.
What if the guilty party is not insured?
By law, all motor vehicle drivers must have up-to-date car insurance and any compensation sought by another party will be paid out by them. Sometimes drivers responsible for accidents do not have valid insurance. Do not let this put you off making a claim as you can still receive the compensation you deserve. The Motor Insurers Bureau has been set up to provide funds for claims in instances where the accountable party is not insured.
Make your claim with us
Passenger accident claims are usually straightforward but there are times when cases are more complex. Perhaps you have a claim against more than one driver, or maybe the driver is claiming that the passenger contributed to the accident by distracting him/her. Jefferies Solicitors have seen all scenarios and have unrivalled knowledge in the field of passenger accident claims. Call us today on 0800 342 3191 for free claims advice.