Who is Classified as a Vulnerable Road User...
Posted in Vulnerable Road Users on 4th Mar 2019
What does a cyclist, bike rider, horse rider and pedestrian all have in common? They may not travel at the same times or speeds, but they are all considered vulnerable road users.
In 2016 alone, there were approximately 450 pedestrian fatalities, 450 motorcyclist fatalities and 100 cyclist fatalities reported on Britain’s roads1. And although there are far less horse riders on our roads, there have been almost 3,000 incidents reported to The British Horse Society alone, since 20102.
These statistics certainly paint a clear picture of just how serious...
Get to know leading solicitor Peter Michaelson
Posted in General News on 19th Dec 2018
Peter Michaelson is a highly respected Solicitor, largely focussing on catastrophic injuries at Clime Associates.
In this Q&A, discover what led Peter to Clime Associates, his impressive experience and additional interests.
What made you want to study law?
I’ve always been interested in Law. My dad was a well-known criminal solicitor in Liverpool (and still is). So as not to clash, I decided to specialise in the world of civil litigation. I initially obtained a degree in History though Birmingham University before travelling and living in Israel for a short...
'Vulnerable Road User' Course Could Mean...
Posted in Vulnerable Road Users on 22nd Nov 2018
New cycling awareness plan could mean cheaper motor insurance
The Government has recently announced that motorists should be offered cheaper insurance if they take an awareness course for cyclists on UK roads.
In the last year alone, 100 UK cyclists died on the road, whilst 470 pedestrians were killed, a 5% increase.
The Department for Transport is also aiming to give local councils more power in tackling parking in cycle lanes.
It is looking to introduce a series of 50 measures aimed at reducing the number of vulnerable road users, including cyclists...
