Featured post
Insurers remain reluctant to pay business...
Posted in Dispute Resolution on 3rd Mar 2021
On 28 February 2021 the Sunday Times reported that FTSE 250 insurer Hiscox offered a struggling East London café owner $13.00 in settlement of its business interruption claim.
The London café claimed for more than 3 months’ loss, comprising of $1,600 a month in rent and $2,500 a month in stock, after it faced closure due to the Government’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The café had said it had been “battling bankruptcy” due to closure, like many other businesses in the UK today.
It was reported by sources close to the FTSE insurer that only...
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...
New rule for motorists passing cyclists
Posted in Vulnerable Road Users on 25th Feb 2019
Cycling Accident Solicitor Peter Michaelson comments on the upcoming law changes that will help to protect one group of Vulnerable Road Users: Cyclists.
In March 2019, new legislation will make it illegal for motorists in the UK to drive too close to cyclists when overtaking them on the road.
A failure to give a berth of at least 1.5 metres will result in a criminal sanction of a $100 fine, and may also include points on the driver’s license.
The Highway Code does already makes it clear that the recommended distance to give a cyclist when passing them...
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...
