Cyclist Liability in Accidents | Free Advice

Questioner

I'm riding my bike slowly past an intersection (without traffic signs), to my right a car is standing still on the road. I'm riding past it and suddenly the car pulls up. and hits me. I'm coming from the left. The driver stated that he hadn't seen me and was only looking to the right. Right has priority but in this case the car was stationary, who is at fault?

Lawyer

Under article 185 of the Road Traffic Act, the motorist is at least 50% liable, but possibly more if it turns out that he did not sufficiently anticipate the situation. Witnesses and a completed accident report form may also be important. You certainly have a good chance of recovering damages. If you would like to know more, please feel free to contact me.

Lawyer

First of all, I would like to wish you a speedy recovery if you were injured in the accident. The cyclist is given extra protection in the event of accidents as a so-called vulnerable road user. Even if the cyclist does not fully comply with the rules, the motorist is usually still liable for at least 50% of the damage. Based on your story, this is certainly the case in your case. It is even possible that there is 100% liability, since the accident was caused by the motorist's carelessness. In the event of accidents, the costs of legal assistance can also be recovered from the insurer of the motorist. I have extensive experience with personal injury cases. If you wish, I am happy to assist you further in this case.