In March 2021, Cycle Law Scotland took the opportunity to utilise online spaces which have grown throughout lockdown to educate people about the work we do. This blog is a summary of the key points covered within the webinar series. 

All Borders towns and villages will soon have a 20MPH speed limit applied as part of a widespread trial and part of the Space for People programme.

During Covid-19 we have become more vigilant when it comes to sharing space with others. We need to translate that concept and start safely sharing space on our roads. Presumed liability is the key.

Commentary on the settling of this case, the court process and associated costs. Brief discussion around insurance for cyclists.

Presentation to NE Scotland cyclists -"Cycling in the North East - Collisions, Compensation & Civil Law."

If injured, you've one chance to claim so ensure you have the correct person to fight your corner - a specialist lawyer with requisite knowledge and expertise. Best way to secure such a lawyer is to retain that choice and instruct your own.

Legislation is needed now to protect at-risk road users. Road safety must be improved if more people are to be persuaded to walk or cycle instead of using the car.

It is important to consider both criminal and civil law when seeking to modernise legal system for cycling collisions.

This blog is about how Insurance companies have presented arguments in Courts in relation to personal injury claims and specifically in relation to contributory negligence.

The current disconnect between Criminal and Civil law has to change so that the victim is protected as opposed to the accused. Presumed liability has an important role to play in making that happen.