Riding motorcycles is, by its nature, a bit dangerous. Some of that danger comes from ourselves of course – confusing talent with intent can catch out the best of us…but a lot of it comes from other folk. Whether it’s a careless taxi driver U-turning in front of you, a rushed delivery truck pulling out of a junction without looking, or a steamed-up school-run SUV charging across a roundabout. Other road users are responsible for thousands of motorbike crashes every year.

In theory, it should be easy to get compensation if you’re involved in a crash that’s not your fault. In reality, it can turn into a bureaucratic nightmare, tracking down insurance companies, getting quotes for machine repair, kit replacement, and payment for missed days at work, or hospital stays. And if you’re involved in a complex incident, it can all be much, much harder.

If you’re riding with third-party cover, or didn’t tick the box for that extra-cost legal expenses insurance cover, you may be on your own. Obviously, a helping hand can make all the difference. That might be your own legal expenses insurance company – if you paid extra for legal expenses insurance cover, and your insurance company is on top of its game, they should be able to help. But beware the Solicitors instructed by your legal expenses insurer will probably charge you a Solicitor’s Success Fee of 25% of you Compensation if your claim succeeds.

Enter PM Law. A Law Firm based in Sheffield, which has handled motorcycle accident claims for more than twenty years and does not charge clients any Solicitors Success Fees in successful compensation claims. Details can be found at https://pm-law.co.uk/personal-injury-services/motorcycle-accidents/. PM Law has a team of award-winning solicitors specialising in motorcycle injury claims, and offers a large range of services, home visits for injured riders, and help with medical and financial reports all on a No Win No Fee Arrangement and more importantly, with no Solicitor’s Success Fee Charges deducted from your Compensation when you win.

Furthermore, if you are dissatisfied with your present Solicitors PM Law will advise you how to change those Solicitors at no charge to you.

Charlie Hiscott is well known to many race fans from his work as a producer and presenter on Eurosport’s GP and Superbike coverage. He turned to PM Law for help after he had a bike crash. “PM Law has a very good reputation within the motorcycle industry and in 2006 as he says “I went to them after a life-changing motorcycle accident. I was told by my original solicitors that my claim was over but PM Law took on my case and literally turned the whole thing around.

“It’s an absolutely amazing company and even with hindsight it couldn’t have done a better job or been more supportive. It literally changed my life. My claim was very complicated and lasted a long time, but PM Law was absolutely committed to getting the best result for me and were with me every step of the way.”

And Hiscott enthusiastically endorses the firm’s services. “In short it is singularly the best and most professional company I’ve ever been involved with and if their people hadn’t got stuck into my claim when they did, I would be in a very much worse place than I am now physically, mentally and financially. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend their services to anyone who has had an accident.”

So – an experienced, expert law firm, which specialises in bike crashes. But the firm is also heavily invested in bike racing and gives back to motorcycling with an extensive race sponsorship program. The firm has backed top racers like Neil Hodgson in the past – and Tarran and Taylor Mackenzie today.

“It was due to a mutual interest in motorcycles that I first met PM Law via Lexelle (a PM Group Company which specialise in providing insurance),” says Niall Mackenzie. “In 1999 I discovered many of the staff were enthusiastic bikers, sharing my lifelong passion. And over the decades PM Law has become my one stop shop when it comes to legal work. Their service and support has always been first class and I’m pleased to see their passion for motorcycling is stronger than ever.”

Niall’s sons have had very positive experiences with PM Law – both on and off the track. “Through its sister company Lexelle, PM Law took an interest in my racing career when I was starting out in 2008,” says Taylor. “I was a novice rider with no clue if I could make it in racing, and in the early years its support was invaluable, as we were on a limited budget in an expensive sport.

“PM Law has stuck with me through some very tough times and is now my longest-running sponsor. In ‘normal’ life their friendly staff have also helped me through the minefield of things like buying a house and making a will. I am very grateful for all of the above and look forward to great years ahead with my friends at Lexelle and PM Law.”

Tarran Mackenzie is also grateful for the firm’s help with his career. “At the beginning of my racing career, I was very proud to receive support from PM Law as I knew that through their sister company Lexelle they also sponsored WSBK champion Neil Hodgson. Being very young back then I didn’t understand how important this assistance was as my brother was also trying to make his way as in racing.

“I’ve been lucky to race in the Moto2 World Championship and have great memories of seeing PM Law and Lexelle staff attending events both in the UK and around Europe. Also, as a professional sportsman PM Law have also been very helpful with contracts and are only a phone call away when I need any legal advice. Thank you, Team PM Law!”

So – a firm that’s backing motorcycle racing on track, and motorcycle riders on the road, well worth making contact if you’re needing any help or advice when it comes to motorcycle accidents, claims or injuries. The firm is available at https://pm-law.co.uk/personal-injury-services/motorcycle-accident

Frequently-asked questions:

How long does a motorcycle injury case take?

The length of time taken to receive compensation depends on the circumstances of and how serious your injuries are.

In straightforward cases where the other party accepts liability then it can be relatively quick to settle your claim.

A call to our team will allow you to get an idea of how long it may take. We also work on a ‘No Success Fee Deduction’ basis so you will keep all the compensation you receive.

What compensation can you claim?

The compensation you could potentially receive varies from case to case but two different areas are taken into consideration when awarding compensation.

General damages could be the largest part of your compensation. This payment serves to compensate you for your pain, suffering and loss of amenity.

Special damages are the secondary part of your compensation and serve to reimburse you for any losses or expenses you have experienced as a result of your injury. This could include loss of income if you were forced to take time off work and compensation for any medical expenses.

Can I change solicitors during a motorcycle claim?

Yes, if you are not happy with the service of your current firm or if there has been delay or poor communication on their part, then you can easily transfer your case to a new law firm.

As motorcycle accident solicitors, contact us as soon as possible and we will provide a second opinion at no charge to you - if you wish we can also advise you on the best way forward to transfer your case to us, taking the worry off your hands.