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    KEY FACTS

    NAME OF CLIENT Catalina
    AGE 35 years old
    ACCIDENT SUMMARY The Claimant was involved in a road traffic accident when she was riding her bicycle and was hit from behind by a motor vehicle.
    CASE RESOLUTION Case settled in October 2010 and the Claimant was awarded £100,000
    CLAIMS HANDLER Kathryn Harland

    Our client, Catalina was riding her bicycle along a main road, when she was hit from behind by a car travelling at speed. In the collision, she was flung from her bicycle onto the roadside approximately 200 metres away. At the time of the accident, Catalina was wearing a fluorescent shirt, visibility was good and it was still bright. She was knocked unconscious and sustained permanent injuries.

    A thorough medical examination revealed that Catalina sustained a slight fracture to the base of her skull, an inner ear injury, an injury to her coccyx, a fracture to the bone in her right foot, and serious nerve damage to her right lower limb. She also lost a large amount of skin from the back of her calf and underwent a skin graft from the right thigh. Catalina suffered a lash to her forehead, resulting in permanent scarring in addition to generalised cuts and bruises. In addition to her extensive physical injuries, she also suffered a great deal of psychological trauma.

    Before the accident, Catalina lived a very active life. She was a very keen competitive cyclist and had competed in a number of races with the intention of being picked for the Beijing Olympics. She also enjoyed ballroom dancing and running.

    As a result of her cycling accident, Catalina was unable to work for several months and consequently, lost her job as a vet.

    How we helped Catalina make a cycling accident claim

    Catalina instructed Jefferies in August 2007 and serious injury claims handler Kathryn Harland handled her case on her behalf. The driver responsible for the accident initially said to the police that he did not see our client because of the sun shining low in the sky. However, fortunately, their insurer later admitted liability.

    In October 2010, Jefferies Solicitors settled the case for £100,000. The settlement amount Catalina received compensated her not only for her pain and suffering but the loss of earnings she experienced as well as various medical and travel expenses. We were also able to recover the cost of her bike, helmet and clothing which were damaged in the accident.

    Been involved in a cycling accident? Jefferies Solicitors can help.

    Jefferies Solicitors is experienced in handling claims relating to all serious injury. We have specialist departments in handling claims for road traffic accidents (including cycling accidents). We also deal with claims arising from accidents in the workplace and clinical negligence.

    Established for over two decades, we offer a nationwide service across the UK from our Cheshire headquarters. Providing expert advice in a number of legal sectors, we also work on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis. Call our solicitors on 0800 342 3206 for a free, no-obligation conversation about your potential claim.

    Published on 27th March 2017.