Over £5 million in compensation for young man who was riding motorcycle

Dean* was riding his motorcycle along an A road when the approaching car on the opposite side of the road suddenly, unexpectedly and without warning attempted to turn right across Dean’s path, causing a collision and causing him to be thrown from his motorcycle.

Dean, aged 22 at the time of the accident, suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of the collision with extensive right and left temporal and parietal haemorrhage and contusions with fractures of the left parietal and left temporal bones. He also sustained an injury to his chest with contusions to the lungs and a fracture of the right femur.

As a result of the brain injury, Dean has a significant ongoing disability. He suffers from impairment of cognitive function, struggles with initiation and motivation, and requires prompting.

Since the accident, Dean has experienced personality change and suffers from low mood. He suffers from poor memory and poor concentration. His mobility is restricted, and he experiences high levels of fatigue.

Dean lacks the capacity to manage his property and financial affairs and so a Deputy was appointed by the Court of Protection.

We were successful in reaching a lump sum compensation award of over £2,000,000 for Dean as well as an annual payment for life of over £48,000 per annum, which equates to over £5 million overall.

Jeanne Evans, Partner in personal injury at Potter Rees Dolan who acted for Dean, said:

“My young client suffered life changing injuries in this accident. His commitment to his rehabilitation, for which he should be commended, combined with the support of his loving family, he has achieved wonderful progress which has been a pleasure to witness over the years since the accident. The settlement achieved means that he can continue, to maintain his gains, to build on that progress and be able to make plans for his future.”

* The names and identifying details of the client have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals involved.

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The merging of three of Australia’s largest tour and rental operators means that ‘Down Under’ two-wheeled explorers have a single source for pre-ride advice, rental bikes, tours and support no matter where they roam across Oz.

BikeRoundOz has been serving the region for 14 years. By joining forces with the Australian division of worldwide tour operator Compass Expeditions and Bikescape, who are Sydney’s largest rental and tour company, the new organization has a central booking office with collection and drop off depots in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Cairns and Adelaide.

“The key things that ensure fellow riders enjoy their time in Australia are high quality advice from real people that have ridden the routes many times, expertly prepared bikes, attention to detail and fast support no matter where you are in the country” says Selena Thurbon, the new MD of BikeRoundOz. “The country is vast and without good knowledgeable advice you can miss all the good stuff. Our daily focus is to ensure clients make the most of their time here whether it’s a day trip from the city or a cross continent, gravel road epic!”, continues Selena.

The merging of these experienced rental, self-guided and guided tour operators provides riders a seamless one stop shop no matter which part of Australia you are exploring and type of trip you’d like. Choose from a simple rental, on or off road, over 60 self-guided tours and both sealed and enduro guided trips.

The extremely popular “Outback Ready” bikes will be available out of all depots and as the name suggests are equipped with everything you’ll need to venture into Australia’s iconic outback.

The national fleet is focused around BMWs and Harleys but Japanese bikes are on the list and even scooters for zipping around Sydney.  

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For more information visit www.bikeroundoz.com

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Motorbikes are amazing machines and the people who ride them are some of the nicest and friendliest you will ever meet. If you have had a life-long love of all things motorcycle related, you might be left wondering what else there is for you to try. Luckily, there are still a few things you could do to take your love to the next level. 

Go on a Tour

There are so many amazing routes all across the world that people love to visit with their bikes. Experiencing the open road with your bikes is brilliant and it means that you can spend your day doing what you love best.

If you have never been touring before, you need to be aware that it is a very different experience compared to if you use your bike for a commute or something. Nevertheless, you should try to do at least one tour in your life. Pick a route and get ready to jump on the open road! You could even go on a once-in-a-lifetime trip with all your closest biker buddies.

Enjoy Some of the Wider Culture 

There are so many things out there that take inspiration from biker culture that you could explore. When you consider how many bikers there are in the world, it is really not surprising at all that you can see this influence everywhere you turn. For example, you could hop onto a website and see what games there are here that might appeal to you. The biker world is filled with such wonderful and passionate people that it is really not surprising that you will find some fun things to do. You could even just see if there is a biker themed bar or restaurant near you; you could swap some stories and meet some interesting people there.

Head to a Rally

You don’t just meet fellow bikers at bars or on tours. You should also think about heading to one of the many rallies around the world. There is a brilliant chance for you to meet some like-minded people and get to check out the amazing machines other people ride. For example, all Harley Davidson lovers should try to visit Thunder in the Glens at some point in their lives, even if they don’t take their bikes. This event is held in Aviemore, Scotland, and is one of the biggest rallies in Europe. It can’t be missed.

If you love your bike, you may be ready to take things to the next level. Luckily, there are so many other people out there who fully understand the commitment we have to these machines and will help you to celebrate them in all their glory. Whether you are opening the throttle down a famous stretch of road or registering for a big event, there are lots of ways to celebrate the best things about motorcycles. Take a look at some of the things you could try today!

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One great thing about Europe is the diversity in scenery within a relatively small area. One day you can be motorbiking through the Alps and the next day you are cruising along the coast. The winding European roads are a lot of fun to drive, so if you’re looking for the next big route, you need to check out the ones on this list.

The Amalfi Coast, Italy     

What better place to start than southern Italy, arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world with one of the most incredible drives you’ll find anywhere. The trip from Naples to Salerno going around the Amalfi coast is absolutely stunning, and the best part is it can be done in a few hours if you drive straight through. Starting from the chaotic city of Naples, you’ll drive past Pompei and Mt Vesuvius and through the coastal town of Sorrento before arriving at Salerno. There are plenty of great cafes to stop, have a coffee, and take in the sights, so you can choose to take an afternoon, a whole day, or even spread it over a weekend!

From Cabo de Gata to Granada, Spain

From southern Italy to southern Spain, our next route takes you from the coastal town of Cabo de Gata to the city of Granada. What’s great about this journey is that you’ve got two choices - depending on what you want to see. You can drive across the southern coast of Spain before heading north and passing the Sierra Nevada mountain range, or you can head north, driving through the beautiful Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada and getting a great view of the mountain range from the other side. Both journeys will take 2-3 hours if you don’t stop, but if you take the coastal route, we recommend stopping at one of the beautiful seafront cafes to take in the view.

The Cat and Fiddle run, England   

The next route on our list is often described as the most dangerous road in Britain and is ridden for the challenge rather than for the scenery. That said, it does go through the Peak District, which is a beautiful part of the country, but you’ll be too busy focusing on the road to truly enjoy it. The road is constantly climbing through a series of sharp bends until you reach the Cat and Fiddle Inn at the summit. From there, you begin your descent into Macclesfield through another series of sharp (and often blind) corners. Local motorcyclists often consider the road a gamble, especially in wet conditions, which are common in the UK. For a safer way to spend your time, give an online casino UK site with exciting casino games a go.

The Transfagarasan Highway, Romania

The last route on our list is one that visitors to Europe often overlook: the Transfagarasan Highway in Romania. This 90km stretch of road snakes up through Romania’s highest mountains, giving you fantastic views of the country. As well as stunning views, it’s also a challenging ride, with sweeping turns, tight hairpins and long dark tunnels to navigate. The best time to take the journey is during the week, as it often gets busy over the weekends. The Highway is generally closed from late October/early November through to June due to the ice and snow at the summit. If you can get over for the summer, it’s a route you won’t want to miss.

Conclusion

These routes highlight the variety of journeys you can find across Europe, from treacherous mountain roads in Romania to leisurely coastal drives in the south of Italy. There are plenty more stunning routes around the continent that we haven’t mentioned, including the Furka Pass in Switzerland, the Antrim coast road in Northern Ireland, and Bergen to Geiranger in Norway.

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