Sam Collard speaks to BBC London on the rise of e-bike collisions
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In a recent interview with the BBC, Sam Collard, Partner and Head of Cycling Accident Claims at Osbornes Law, addressed a growing concern in the rise in injuries caused by London’s fleet of e-bikes for hire.
Over the past six months, Sam has seen a noticeable increase in cases involving pedestrians and other cyclists struck by individuals riding hired e-bikes. A most recent case reported on by the BBC involves an 84-year-old woman who was hit by a hire e-bike whilst crossing the road on a ‘green man’ light.
Listen to the full BBC radio interview with Sam Collard
Sam and his team have also seen a rise in the number of Lime bike accidents causing injuries to riders due to defects in the bikes. The team are currently representing individuals who have sustained serious injuries.
Watch the BBC reports with Sam Collard
More coverage on Lime bike claims:
- Evening Standard: Lime facing legal claims over e-bike injuries
- Forbes: What is ‘Lime Leg’? E-bike injuries under legal spotlight
- Road.cc: Osbornes Law leading compensation claims over Lime bikes
- Yahoo News: Legal action mounts over unsafe Lime bikes
See more local coverage: Wandsworth Times, London Herald, Guardian Series, News Shopper, and Newham Recorder
How can we help?
At Osbornes Law, our dedicated Cycling Team is led by Sam Collard, one of the UK’s foremost experts in cycling-related personal injury claims. We’ve been the trusted legal partner of the London Cycling Campaign since 2014, and have represented hundreds of cyclists who have been injured after a collision or accident on the road.
To speak with one of our experienced cycling solicitors, please contact us by:
- Filling in our online enquiry form; or
- Calling us on 020 7485 8811
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