Road Traffic Accident: Serious Personal Injury Claim
Our client was involved in a road traffic accident whilst riding his motorbike when a third-party driver cut across his path when it was unsafe to do so, resulting in a collision. Liability for the accident was admitted at an early stage by the third party’s insurers.
In addition to damage to his motorbike, our client sustained a number of physical and psychological injuries, giving rise to a significant personal injury claim alongside associated financial losses.
Case at a Glance
Motorcyclist road traffic accident claim resolved with substantial negotiated settlement
£142,319.73
- Matter type
Road Traffic Accident (Motorcyclist Claim) - Settlement
£142,319.73 (negotiated settlement) - Outcome
Liability admitted; substantial settlement achieved through negotiation
Nature of the Injuries
As a result of the accident, our client suffered multiple injuries including:
- A fracture to his left arm
- Whiplash injuries
- Moderate tinnitus
- Psychological symptoms following the incident
The combined effect of these injuries had a significant impact on our client’s day-to-day life and ability to work.
Financial Impact and Losses
Our client operated his own carpet business and, due to the injuries sustained, was unable to work for a period of time. This led to a claim for loss of earnings in addition to general damages for pain, suffering and loss of amenity.
We successfully recovered:
- £8,717.76 for the damage to the motorbike
- A substantial sum in respect of personal injury and financial losses, including loss of earnings
Key Challenges
This matter required careful handling to ensure that all aspects of the client’s losses were properly evidenced and recovered.
Valuation of mixed injuries. The client’s injuries included both physical and psychological elements, requiring a balanced approach to ensure appropriate valuation.
Loss of earnings claim. As a self-employed individual, evidencing loss of income required detailed financial documentation and analysis to accurately quantify the claim.
Negotiation with insurers. Although liability was admitted, the value of the claim required robust negotiation to ensure a fair outcome for our client.
Conduct of the Claim
Following admission of liability, we engaged in detailed negotiations with the defendant’s insurers, presenting comprehensive medical and financial evidence to support the claim.
Through proactive and strategic negotiation, we were able to secure a favourable settlement without the need for court proceedings.
Outcome
We successfully negotiated a settlement of £142,319.73 for our client, reflecting the full extent of his injuries, financial losses and the impact on his business.
This result ensured that our client was properly compensated and able to move forward following the accident.
Have you been injured in a road traffic accident?
If you have been involved in a road traffic accident and suffered injury, you may be entitled to compensation. Our team has experience handling claims involving both physical and psychological injuries, including loss of earnings for self-employed individuals.










