Should a motorist be held liable for bicycle damage?

Questioner

I was cycling next to a motorist on his left. The motorist drove to the left without looking. As a result, my front wheel ended up under his left front tire. I jumped away in time, so I was fortunately unharmed. My bike is broken, however. Now I want to claim this damage from him, but I don't really know how to do this. He states in the claim form that I was in his blind spot, while he was driving a passenger car and the road is 3 meters wide. This is therefore incorrect. I do not have legal expenses insurance. That is why I am asking whether you can assist me.

Lawyer

Good afternoon, First of all, it is good that you were unharmed. In the event that a motorist is liable, that person should in principle compensate for the damage. However, the degree of liability may differ if the cyclist himself is at fault in causing the accident. It is important to go through all documents, statements, photos of the damage, etc. in order to take a clear position on this. In principle, you should contact the insurer of the other party. (The insurance of) the other party should also reimburse your legal costs. Feel free to contact us without obligation to discuss your case further. Gr, Mr. Mr. S. Leito FerLei Legal 06-49175526