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Opinion  |  22:08:18
What is ‘contributory negligence’? Why cyclists (and motorists) should know the law in the event of an accident
You won’t have to read too many cycling case law reports before you come across the term ‘contributory negligence’. If you have been involved in a cycling accident, you may already be familiar with your legal team talking to you about ‘contrib’ - the shorthand for contributory negligence.
Opinion  |  17:08:18
How the law applies to cycling events – what cyclists need to know
It’s sportive season and each year there are more and more events to choose from, with organisers stretching the boundaries by devising longer / more challenging routes and broadening their offering to appeal to a wider audience.
Opinion  |  13:08:18
This new ‘dangerous cycling’ law is distracting government from the real priority: making our roads safer
Mark Hambleton, partner and cycling advocate from our Personal Injury team, argues that plans for new laws on cycling aren’t tackling the real dangers on our roads.
Cycling accident
Opinion  |  21:03:18
Self-driving Uber fatality – technological progress meets the same old excuses
As the news broke of a 49-year-old lady being struck and killed by an Uber driverless car in Arizona, it dawned on the world that this is the first fatality involving a pedestrian and a driverless car. But whilst this moment is a tragic landmark in both technology and the law, the reaction to Ms Herzberg's death is sadly familiar.
Opinion  |  20:12:17
What is ‘causative potency’, and what does it mean when you’re in a cycling accident?
Mark Hambleton, our specialist cycling advocate, helps you understand your rights as a cyclist on the road. Here, he takes a look at 'causative potency'.
Reporting a pothole
Opinion  |  21:11:17
What are my rights if I suffer an accident caused by a pothole, and how might the new policy for repairing them affect me?
Mark Hambleton, our specialist cycling advocate, helps you understand your rights should you have an accident as a result of a pothole.
Cycling accident
Opinion  |  09:11:17
Should motorists who hit cyclists be treated more severely under the law?
I was very surprised to read that a number of politicians hold the view that the laws relevant to cyclists who cause death or injury to other road users should be reviewed.
Road traffic collision
Opinion  |  02:11:17
“What should I do after a car accident?”: A step-by-step guide
Being in a car accident can be a very traumatic experience and leave you very shaken. At the time you will likely be very panicked and may not know how to react or what to do next. Here is some advice about what your initial and next steps should be.
Blue sign showing cyclists and pedestrians walkway
Opinion  |  27:10:17
Are cyclists a danger to people? The Government certainly seems to think so
There has been a lot of bad press about cyclists in the media recently. I have seen some reporters describe cyclists as being “reckless” and a “menace” on our roads. This paints a totally inaccurate picture, and it’s one that is generating skewed policies from our Government.
Opinion  |  20:10:17
How we created the RWK Goodman Extreme Safety Bike
As proud sponsors of The Great British Bike Off, the personal injury team at RWK Goodman will have a stand at the upcoming festival, aimed at promoting road safety and increased awareness for the thousands of cyclists across Oxford.
Opinion  |  02:10:17
We need to talk about roadside workers
It's easy to dismiss flashing amber lights at the roadside, but your inattention or speed could result in injury or death to someone just trying to do their job.
girl on horse
Opinion  |  15:09:17
Do I have to wear a helmet while horse riding? A legal expert’s view
Many of us are guilty of not wearing a helmet when out riding, be that on a horse or on a bicycle. We often see cases in the media of people being seriously injured or even killed when they were involved in an accident and were not wearing a helmet.
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