Accident with bike

Bike accident Netherlands what to do

You had a cyclist accident today. You sustained injuries in the accident (pain, complaints, fracture, wounds). As a result of the injuries, you will be forced to incur extra costs and lose income. You have suffered a personal injury. As a cyclist, you are nearly always entitled to make a cyclist accident claim for compensation after a collision with a motor vehicle.

The damage you have suffered must be compensated as quickly as possible. Report your cyclist accident claim to us by using the contact form (this will only take a 1 minute!). Our lawyers will be able to help you right away, free of charge. This will give you peace of mind and certainty that everything will be settled to your satisfaction.

Compensation after an accident with bike

If your cyclist accident claim is being handled by a third-party liability insurer, we can still help you. It will not cost you anything. In most cases you will end up with a much higher settlement amount. Accident with bike? 20 lawyers are available to help you. We will ensure that you receive what you are entitled to.

✓ We will take up your case immediately.
✓ Higher settlement amount than what the insurer will offer.
✓ You are not required to familiarise yourself with all kinds of laws and regulations.

Injured after accident with bike? Claim your compensation as quickly as possible and fill in the contact form. We will contact you the same working day to discuss your cyclist accident claim with you. Our lawyers offer free legal assistance and advice if you have suffered a personal injury. Read how we can offer free assistance following your cyclist accident today here.

What is personal injury?

Personal injury is the physical or psychological pain a person suffers after being involved in an accident. This may range from physical complaints or injuries to emotional damage.

Bike accident Netherlands, what to do?

You are suffering certain complaints or injuries after a cyclist accident today. This is already painful in itself. What should you do?

• See your GP or go to the emergency room as quickly as possible.
  ● Hold the other party liable as quickly as possible.
  ● Make sure you get the proper legal assistance.

Your health insurer will bill you the costs (e.g. the insurance deductible). These and all other costs you incur as a result of your cyclist accident must be compensated by the other party as quickly as possible. All other damage (lost income, damage to clothes, bike, etc.) is also eligible for compensation. Contact us now so that we can claim an advance payment for your cyclist accident today.

What will we do?

• We will hold the other party liable on your behalf.
  ● We will determine your current and future damage caused by the cyclist accident.
  ● Your personal lawyer will make the claim on your behalf.
  ● You will receive the settlement amount directly to your own bank account.

Via JBL&G:

• Maximum settlement
• Quick advance payments
• We insist on rapid settlement
• We are on your side!
• Free legal assistance if you are the injured party.

Via third-party liability insurer:

• Lowest possible settlement
• You often have to wait a long time until you receive the settlement
• Difficult communication
• Tricks/techniques to delay the case
• They aim to maximise profit

Hit by a car while riding your bike

If you are hit by a car while riding your bike, the driver of the car is nearly always liable, unless in case of force majeure. Cyclists are highly vulnerable in traffic. You have no protection at all. This is why the law says that motor vehicle drivers must be aware that cyclists do not always strictly obey the traffic rules. Car drivers must consequently take extra care.

Percentage of damage to be compensated

• Car driver to blame: cyclist is eligible for compensation; 100%
• Cyclist to blame: cyclist is eligible for compensation; min. 50%, max. 100%
• Both to blame: cyclist is eligible for compensation; min. 50%, max. 100%

Even if the cyclist is to blame, they may still be eligible for compensation. Damage in case of a collision involving a child under the age of 14 must always be 100% compensated.

The only exception is in cases in which the car driver was absolutely unable to prevent the accident, i.e. force majeure. This rarely happens in reality.

Accident with bike? Click here and tell us what happened. Our lawyers will claim compensation for you free of charge. If you let us claim the compensation on your behalf, you will always receive more.

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You will receive a response the same working day.

Accident with a scooter or moped while riding your bike

If you are hit by a scooter or moped while riding your bike, the rider of the scooter/moped is nearly always liable, unless in case of force majeure. Cyclists are considered ‘vulnerable traffic participants’. Special statutory rules apply. Scooter and moped riders must be aware that cyclists
do not always strictly obey the traffic rules.

Percentage of damage to be compensated

• Scooter/moped rider to blame: cyclist is eligible for compensation; 100%
• Cyclist to blame: cyclist is eligible for compensation; min. 50%, max. 100%
• Both to blame: cyclist is eligible for compensation; min. 50%, max. 100%

Even if the cyclist is to blame, they may still be eligible for compensation. Damage in case of a collision involving a child under the age of 14 must always be 100% compensated.

The only exception is cases in which the scooter/moped rider was absolutely unable to prevent the accident, i.e. force majeure. This rarely happens in reality.

Accident with another cyclist while riding a bike

If you are riding a bike and are involved in an accident with another cyclist, the claiming party must prove that the other party is to blame. Or the other party must admit blame. A completed and signed claim form is essential if you want to receive compensation. Please contact us for free legal advice if no cyclist accident claim form has been completed.

Bike accident involving a motorbike, bus, tram, or other motor vehicle

Bike accident Netherlands, what to do? In case of an accident involving a cyclist and a motorcycle, bus, tram, or other motor vehicle, the cyclist is nearly always compensated.

The cyclist enjoys extra protection in this situation as the cyclist is vulnerable in traffic.

The law states that motor traffic must take extra care. Involved in an accident with bike? Damages must be compensated as soon as possible.

Percentage of damages to be compensated:

• Cyclist not to blame: 100% compensation
• Cyclist to blame: min. 50%, max. 100%
• Both to blame: cyclist is eligible for compensation; min. 50%, max. 100%

Even if the cyclist is to blame, they may still be eligible for compensation. Damages in case of an accident involving
a child under the age of 14 must always be 100% compensated.

The only exception is in cases where the driver was unable to prevent the accident, i.e. force majeure. This rarely happens in reality.

Involved in an accident with bike? Click here and tell us what happened. Our lawyers will claim compensation for you free of charge. All our clients are satisfied with our services. We score on average a rating of 9!

Legal information

Unknown perpetrator or hit-and-run

If the perpetrator is unknown, the injured party may still be eligible for compensation paid by the Waarborgfonds Motorverkeer, the Dutch Motor Traffic Guarantee Fund. Please contact us to discuss the possibilities.

Legal expenses insurer

A recurrent complaint is that the victim rarely hears from the insurer. It is not unusual for the victim to only receive information twice a year. JBL&G’s lawyers will ensure that you are informed of the progress of your claim at all times.

Taking over the claim

If your claim is already being handled by a legal expenses or third-party liability insurer, JBL&G can take over the claim for you free of charge. This will save you a lot of time and worry, and often a lot of frustration too. Involved in a bike accident? We will take up your claim right away, free of charge. Read the experiences of our clients.

Full compensation for cyclists

If the other party is liable for the accident, you will be eligible for compensation. Starting with a number of questions, we are often successful in obtaining the maximum settlement amount for our clients.

This is how it works:

1. We carefully calculate your current and future damages.
   2. This calculation results in your full damages.
   3. We include this total amount in the claim.
   4. We send the claim to the other party or its insurer.
   5. This party must pay the claim immediately.

Once the personal injury procedure is complete you will receive the settlement amount directly in your own bank account.

Compensation for cyclists includes:
● Travel expenses
● Bike repair costs
● Cost of buying new clothes
● Reimbursement of insurance deductibles and costs of hospitalisation/other medical expenses
● Compensation for lost wages (e.g. because you are temporarily unable to work)
● Compensation for hiring help for housekeeping, buying groceries, transporting children
● Compensation for help with garden/house maintenance
● Delays in your studies
● Damages for emotional distress
● Missed pension contributions
● And all other costs and expenses you would not have incurred without the accident.

Free legal assistance in case of personal injury – right away

Accident with bike? Contact us and we will offer you assistance. In case of injuries, we will hold the other party liable for you. Juridisch Bureau Letselschade represents victims all over the Netherlands. On average our clients award us a score of 9.0. You will enjoy peace of mind and certainty that everything will be taken care of.

What our lawyers will do for you

• Answer all your questions.
  ● Keep you informed at all times.
  ● Take care of legal correspondence.
  ● Calculate your damage.
  ● Take care of communications.
  ● Respond to any objections/matters raised by the other party.
  ● Claim the highest compensation possible in your situation.

We will also ensure that the insurer does not delay your case. You will be kept informed at all times. We offer our help free of charge. You will receive a clear statement about this from us in advance. This is because by law the liable party must also reimburse the costs of legal assistance. Click here and tell us exactly what happened. We pride ourselves on our rapid and decisive approach.

Our lawyers, our method, client experiences

We are Juridisch Bureau Letselschade & Gezondheidsrecht. Click here to read more about JBL&G. If you contact us, your file will be handled by one of our lawyers. Click the link for information about our lawyers.

How it works
1. We hold the other party (or its insurer) liable on your behalf.
2. We will immediately claim an advance payment for you.
3. We will conduct the legal discussions on your behalf.
4. Your lawyer will also calculate your full damage.
5. We will make sure that your claim is paid as quickly as possible.

You will receive the settlement amount to your own bank account. On average our clients award us a score of 9.0. Read their experiences here. Please email or call us if you have any questions!

Contact us today free of charge for help if you have suffered a personal injury

Have you been in an accident with bike and suffered injuries? We will claim compensation for you. You can initiate the personal injury procedure today, free of charge. Click the button below and tell us what happened. Our cyclist accident lawyers will contact you right away to discuss your case. Thanks to our accurate calculations you will always receive the maximum settlement amount.