Accident as a cyclist

Claiming damages for personal injury after an accident as a cyclist

A bicycle accident can easily happen; accidents involving cyclists occur every day on Dutch roads. As a cyclist, you are particularly vulnerable in traffic. The risk of sustaining serious injury in a bicycle accident is greater than in a car, and that can have serious consequences. As a vulnerable road user, you therefore have extra legal protection against personal injury following a bicycle accident.

You are almost always entitled to compensation if you were hit by a bicycle. The only exception is if the driver of the motor vehicle can prove intent, deliberate recklessness, or force majeure.

Good to know: if the victim of the bicycle accident is under 14, there is no question of contributory negligence or force majeure. In such a case, your child is always entitled to compensation if they were the victim of a bicycle collision and suffered personal injury. Only if there was intent will your child not be compensated for the damages.

Legal support throughout the Netherlands

As your expert partner for personal injury claims, we serve victims nationwide. With offices in Amsterdam and Utrecht, we offer nationwide coverage and will visit you at home if necessary. Our experience in successfully claiming personal injury damages makes us a leading name in the industry.

Hardt Advocaten is proud to hold the National Personal Injury Quality Mark, a prestigious recognition that emphasizes our commitment to quality and professionalism. This quality mark, awarded by the Dutch Personal Injury Council (De Letselschade Raad), reinforces our reputation as a reliable and expert entity within the personal injury sector.

Hardt Advocaten was founded with the goal of supporting victims of personal injury and providing the best possible legal help. With our in house lawyers, we can assist you from start to end.

Liability in a bicycle accident

As a cyclist, you have a good chance of receiving compensation after a bicycle accident. However, there may also be situations where you are partly to blame for the accident, for example, if you crossed the road where or when you were not allowed to. The driver of the motor vehicle must prove this was the case.

Were you hit by a bicycle and was it your own fault? You may still be entitled to compensation. As a vulnerable road user, you have extra legal protection in the event of a collision with a motor vehicle. This generally entitles you to at least 50% compensation for your personal injury.

Compensation for personal injury after a bicycle collision

Your compensation for a bicycle accident can consist of several components. You may be entitled to compensation for (medical) expenses and lost income, as well as for pain and suffering (non-pecuniary damages).

There's no limit to the things you can receive compensation for. All adverse consequences and costs you wouldn't have incurred without the bicycle accident are eligible for compensation.

Examples include:

• Lost revenue
• Travel expenses
• Medical expenses
• Domestic help required as a result of the accident
• Loss of self-reliance (jobs in, on and around the house that can no longer be carried out independently after the accident and for which assistance must be hired, such as gardening or painting)
• Compensation for pain, sorrow or reduced enjoyment of life

This list is not exhaustive – so please contact our personal injury lawyers. They will work with you to identify your damages so you receive the compensation you're entitled to.

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Hardt Advocaten: Expert legal assistance in cases of personal injury following a bicycle accident

Personal and legal assistance in the event of personal injury due to a bicycle accident

Hardt Advocaten offers more than just legal support; we also provide personalized guidance throughout the entire recovery process. Our approach is holistic, addressing both the physical and emotional impact of the accident. Our goal is not only to seek financial compensation but also to support your recovery and well-being.

Working together towards a new future

At Hardt Advocaten, we believe in building a new future together with our clients. Our team works closely with you to develop a recovery plan focused not only on the present but also on the long term. This includes establishing goals for physical and psychological recovery and finding ways to achieve them, in harmony with your life and ambitions.

The role of Hardt Advocaten in your recovery process

Every personal injury case begins with a story. Your experience, whether it's a traffic accident, a workplace accident, or another situation, deserves our full attention. Together, we'll map out the relevant events, taking into account the financial, physical, and emotional consequences of your injury.

At Hardt Advocaten, we are inspired and driven by our core values: Helpfulness, Attention, Results-Orientedness, Expertise, and Transparency (HARDT). Our mission is to help you move forward, toward a future where your well-being is paramount.

Our team is ready to help you!

Suffering personal injury? We'll help you get back on track. Contact us for a free consultation.

Legal help with your recovery

Types of injuries after a cyclist accident

Hardt Advocaten offers specialized assistance in a wide range of situations, from traffic accidents to workplace accidents. Our goal is to provide each client with tailored legal support, tailored to the specific circumstances of the accident. Recognizing the diverse challenges that personal injury cases present is the first step toward a targeted approach.

If you've been involved in an accident, you may be left with various complaints. Examples of injuries include:

• Neck injury
• Whiplash
• Head injury
• Spinal cord injury
• Knee complaints
• Bone fractures
• Scars
• Mental symptoms

For optimal recovery from personal injury after an accident, it's crucial to initiate appropriate medical treatments promptly to prevent further or permanent damage as much as possible. Medical treatments for personal injury include physiotherapy, rehabilitation programs, occupational therapy, and/or psychotherapy. We'll work with you to determine what you need to recover from your injury.

Claiming damages for traffic accidents, industrial accidents and other accidents

Traffic accidents represent a significant portion of personal injury cases. Whether you're involved as a driver, cyclist, pedestrian, or passenger, the consequences can be far-reaching. At Hardt Advocaten, we focus on claiming damages and providing the necessary support in the social services sector to smooth your path to recovery and improve the situation before the accident. With us, you are our priority.

Your options

We offer comprehensive legal support, aiming to restore the situation as much as possible to its pre-accident state. Our lawyers are dedicated to ensuring your damages are fully compensated by obtaining the compensation you are entitled to.

Want to know more, or have you been involved in a bicycle accident? Feel free to contact us to discuss your options, free of charge and with no obligation. You can reach us by phone at 030 2690063 or through our contact form. We'll help you get back on track!

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I'm very pleased with Hardt's services after my motorcycle accident. I was kept informed throughout the entire process. Thanks to their dedication, I received the fair compensation I was entitled to, even though I didn't realize I was entitled to it. I recommend Hardt to anyone who needs help with personal injury cases.

Thanks again Team Hardt.