Tag Archive: Personal injury

BIKER SERIOUSLY INJURED BY UNINSURED DRIVER IN HIT AND RUN AWARDED SIX FIGURE SETTLEMENT 

Gildeas Solicitors secured a six-figure settlement for a client who was seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident with an uninsured driver.   Read on to learn how Gildeas Director, Emma Thomson and Solicitor Advocate, Fergus Thomson successfully represented our client in this challenging case.

Road Safety Week 2024: Your Cycling Safety Guide

As part of Road Safety Week 2024, understanding cycling safety is essential for all road users. This blog provides crucial tips for cyclists to enhance their safety on the roads. Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or just starting, our guidance aims to help you ride safely and confidently. For expert legal assistance in the event of a cycling accident, Gildeas Solicitors is here to support you.

Road Safety Week 2024: Do You Know The Highway Code?

Understanding the Updates for Road Safety Today’s blog for our Road Safety Week 2024 campaign focuses on understanding the Highway... read more

Road Safety Week 2024: Motorbike Safety Tips

This Road Safety Week, we highlight how essential it is for motorcyclists to prioritise safety on the roads with our guide of vital motorbike safety tips. By following these essential tips, riders can enhance their safety and reduce the risk of accidents. If you're involved in a motorcycle accident, know your rights and potential compensation claims. For more information and expert legal assistance, contact Gildeas Solicitors today.

Road Safety Week 2024: Getting Your Vehicle Ready For Winter

Prepare your vehicle for winter this Road Safety Week with our essential tips. Read on for expert advice on driving in winter conditions and keeping our roads safe. At Gildeas Solicitors, we are committed to making personal injury personal.

Friday Rule: What is the Personal Injury Discount Rate and What It Means To You 

The Government has introduced recent changes to the Personal Injury Discount Rate, or Discount Rate. We break down what this all means, and why it matters. 

Tragic Motorcycle Accident Survivor Compensated £5.9 Million

A retired medical physics engineer has accepted an offer of £5.9 million in compensation following a devastating motorcycle accident. The... read more

Children and contributory negligence

Introduction Although liability in children’s road traffic accident claims is often easy to establish, the issue of contributory negligence can... read more

Vulnerable Road Users and Liability

Written by Zoe Adamson As part of the Bike Team, I handle personal injury claims for cyclists and motorcyclists, who... read more

Understanding Whiplash: Pursuing compensation for injury claims.

Written by Michaela Christie Introduction – causes and symptoms Whiplash refers to various neck and spinal injuries primarily caused by... read more