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Compensation for Injured Motorcycle Couriers

Motorcycle couriers are particularly vulnerable in collisions with other motor vehicles, as given the small size of motorbikes and the lack of protection they offer the rider, the latter will almost inevitably come off worse in an accident. Whiplash, muscle damage, head injuries, and broken bones are the most common injuries sustained by motorcycle couriers in collisions, however, statistics show that motorcyclists are 40 times more likely to be killed in road traffic accidents than car drivers, an indication of the level of risk that couriers face on a daily basis.

Accidents involving motorcycle couriers are usually the result of the unpredictable behaviour of other road users, such as when vehicles change lanes unexpectedly, or pull out at junctions without noticing an oncoming motorcycle (it is estimated that 55% of motorcycle accidents occur at junctions). Motorcycle couriers may also crash when they swerve out of the way of pedestrians crossing roads, or swerve to avoid passengers getting out of parked vehicles such as taxis. Dangerous road surfaces are another cause of accidents, when oil or diesel has been spilled, for example, or potholes and similar surface defects have not been repaired. In cases such as these the local authority or Highways Agency will often be legally liable.

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Motorcycle couriers may sustain injuries in the course of their work for which their employer may be ultimately responsible. Couriers can develop long-term back conditions and upper body injuries from lifting and carrying heavy and awkward parcels, and employers must make sure that, firstly, unreasonable physical demands are not placed on individual workers, and secondly, that they are provided with training on how to lift and carry loads safely. Motorcycle couriers should also not be required to work for excessively long periods without adequate rest breaks, and employers must plan shift patterns accordingly.
Employers must further ensure that the motorcycle couriers they employ are old enough and are fully trained to ride motorcycles safely in congested cities. The vehicles provided to motorcycle couriers must properly maintained and in good working order, meaning that an efficient system of inspection and servicing must be implemented by employers, to identify mechanical faults and other issues such as defective or worn tyres. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be also provided, including safety helmets and high visibility vests, which are particularly important given that research shows that 48% of collisions between cars and motorcycles result from car drivers not seeing motorcyclists prior to accidents.
Bartletts Solicitors has successfully claimed compensation for injured motorcycle couriers from other road users, local authorities and employers. Contact our expert motorcycle accident solicitors team today for free and reliable legal advice.

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