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According to figures from one law firm, the introduction of a new motorcycle test in April 2009 can be correlated to an increase in motorbike accidents and enquiries about related compensation claims.
The 2009 developments in the test were introduced by the UK's Driving Standards Agency in line with an EU directive designed to reduce the number of motorcycle injury cases on the roads of Europe, so it is a cruel irony that one of the manoeuvres introduced by the test has been accused of being a danger to riders itself.
This is the hazard avoidance manoeuvre, in which a rider is required to ride at 31.1 miles per hour before swerving, then coming to a complete stop. Particularly in wet conditions, there is a risk of a wheel locking, causing the rider to lose control, if the brake is applied while swerving.
One client who approached the firm suffered personal injury including smashed ribs, a fractured shoulder blade, and damage to the lungs which hospitalised the rider for a prolonged period.
A spokesperson for the firm said, "Since the introduction of the new test and procedures we have certainly noticed a significant increase in the number of enquiries coming through to us from riders sustaining injuries whilst completing the test.
"We have spoken to very experienced riders who have expressed their concern over the new test and even stated they would not want to do it due to the safety concerns even with their years of experience".
Personal injury solicitors for motorbike accidents
If you have suffered in a motorcycle accident, at any stage of your riding career, and you believe that this was not your fault, you may be eligible to make a compensation claim. Here at YouClaim, we have a panel of experts containing specialist in this area of the law who can take on your case, and will strive to give you the best chance of securing the damages you deserve.
Our services are free, win or lose. Whilst we operate on a no win, no fee basis, we have perfected the use of a model that means the client never faces the fees of either side, and is protected from the costs and disbursements that may be found in a motorbike injury claim. We also ensure that a successful claimant receives 100 percent compensation.
The personal injury lawyers on our panel are entirely drawn from UK firms governed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring that the case is in good hands.
To find out more about the ways in which a YouClaim lawyer could help you in your motorbike accident case, please call 0800 10 757 95, chat with us online, or complete a claim form and let us call you. We look forward to helping.
