Freeclaim Solicitors have been working with various regulators for a number of years now to provide information on spam text messaging about accident claims to help clampdown on this 'shady' practice. Back in 2010 we warned clients about compensation claim text messages being sent out randomly to millions of mobile phone numbers.

Unfortunately the practice has also spread and now users can be bombarded with debt messages too and complaints about accident claims and debt texts have tripled in last couple of years. 

From February the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) now has the power to fine the companies behind the spam messaging. Simon Entwistle from the ICO commented, "We believe there has been a huge increase towards the end of last year in sending texts to randomly generated numbers...the spammers are not easy to track down. There is a spider's web of organisation that are linked in this..."

It is also hoped that with an impending ban on referral fees or ‘selling' leads and cases on will help prevent the text spamming.

At Freeclaim accident solicitors, we've had many of our clients and staff being targeted with spam text messages. We would warn all mobile phone users who receive such unsolicited accident claims messages to ensure that they never reveal any financial information and to report the message to both your mobile phone network and the ICO's helpline (0303 123 1113).

The family of a 12 year old boy who suffered serious injuries in a motorbike accident is seeking compensation thought to be in the region of £300,000.   

The boy was riding as a pillion passenger on his dad's Honda Firestorm motorcycle when they were involved in a collision with a car. The boy suffered head injuries as he was thrown from the motorbike and was unconscious and suffering bleeding from his nose and ear as he was rushed to the local hospital. He suffered post traumatic amnesia and was also immobile and uncommunicative. He was eventually released from hospital over a year after the road accident, but he continues to experience difficulties with memory, fatigue and attention.

The family is seeking compensation for their son's injuries against the driver who they allege was negligent and failed to keep a proper lookout. The driver pleased guilty to driving without due care and attention and was fined and received four points on her license.

For advice after a serious motorcycle accident, call our specialist serious injury lawyers today on 0800 612 4479. Over 25 years experience. No win no fee. 100% compensation. Recommended by the Legal 500.

We are pleased to announce that we have again been recommended as a leading personal injury firm in the latest edition of the 2011 Legal 500.

The Legal 500 is a highly respected guide to law firms gathering independent research from firms and their clients, to offer "the definitive judgment of law firm capabilities".

This is the seventh year running that we have been recommended for our specialist personal injury work, reflecting our continuing reputation and the commitment of our staff to client care.

For confidential advice on making a motorbike or other road accident claim, call today on 0800 612 4479 or use our online enquiry form and we'll call you straight back.

A quadriplegic motorcyclist is taking action against two schoolgirls seeking more than £300,000 in road accident compensation after he was seriously injured when he swerved to avoid them in a horrific motorbike accident.

Mr. Porter swerved, fell from his bike and then was run over by a van, leaving him paralysed. He claims that the girls were negligent when they stepped off the kerb into moving traffic, causing him to take immediate action to avoid them.

The writ states, "...the defendants suddenly and without warning emerged from between slow moving traffic from the right and established themselves past the white centre line in the claimant's path, unable to proceed through the northbound traffic.

"The claimant immediately engaged his brakes and swerved so as to avoid striking the defendants. He missed them but instead skidded in to the path of an oncoming Ford Transit van, whereby he sustained catastrophic injuries."

If you have been injured in a motorbike accident that was not your fault (or even if you were partly to blame), you may be able to make a motorbike accident compensation claim. To find out whether you can make a claim, contact our motorbike accident solicitors online or call 0800 612 4479. 

Freeclaim Solicitors, specialists in road accident and motorbike accident compensation, welcomes the announcement to abolish controversial referral fees for personal injury claims.

Referral fees, often amounting to hundreds of pounds, are paid to insurance companies and claims companies in return for people's accident details. We are hopeful that it will also stop nuisance accident claim texts which many clients believe wrongly are being made by solicitors. Solicitors have a strict code of conduct and are not allowed to cold call clients.

Freeclaim Solicitors are NOT a claims company and we DO NOT buy accident claims - our clients contact us directly. We have long been campaigning to push for a ban on referral fees. Clients should be free to instruct a solicitor of their own choice and we will always advise accident victims to speak directly to a solicitor who is experienced in Personal Injury Law rather than being referred to a solicitor who has simply bid the highest fee.

For independent claims advice after a motorbike accident or other road traffic accident, call Freeclaim Solicitors today on 0800 612 4479.

A policeman from Scotland is starting an injury compensation claim after he claims a high-speed training accident caused whiplash and nerve damage.  

The policeman was being driven by a colleague when the crash happened on a police driver training course. He has been forced to retire due to ill health following the road accident, and his compensation action also states that he suffers depression, flashbacks, memory loss, sleep interruption and intermittent sexual dysfunction.

The police officer is claiming that the road accident was caused by the negligence of the officer in charge of training who failed to give proper attention and support to the course trainees.

If the road accident claim is successful, he could receive up to £300,000 for his injuries and loss of earnings.

Following a serious road accident, a motorcyclist has had his compensation claim settled at what is thought to be a five figure sum.

The 39 year old from Bath was driving his motorbike on a dual carriageway when a Saab collided with him when attempting to move to the outside lane without indicating. The motorcyclist suffered serious injuries including a fractured tibia and broken collarbone. The collision occurred at a relatively low speed, otherwise the accident could have been much more serious.

Liability for the accident was accepted in March 2010; however it has taken until now for both parties to agree a settlement figure.

Motorbike accident claims can be very serious compared to other types of personal injury claims. Due to the nature of the injuries, it is crucial that you speak to a motorbike accident solicitor who has expertise in this field. Our specialist motorcycle claim lawyers have over 25 years experience and can offer no win no fee advice and 100% compensation. Call now on 0800 612 4479 or contact our motorbike compensation solicitors though our online form.

After an accident, many bikers mistakenly think that they have to use a solicitor on the panel of their own insurers to make a personal injury claim.

This is not true - all bikers and accident victims have the freedom to choose their own personal injury lawyer.

Most bikers and road users have legal expenses insurance with their motor insurance policy. However that still does not mean that you have to use a panel solicitor appointed by the insurance company. Even if you don't have cover, most motorbike accident lawyers operate on a no win no fee basis which means there's nothing to pay win or lose and you keep 100% compensation.

Make sure you choose an independent lawyer who is specialist in motorbike accident claims. Freeclaim Solicitors have over 25 years experience handling motorbike accident compensation claims and are members of MASS (Motor Accident Solicitors Society) showing proven expertise in road accident compensation. Call for no win no fee advice today on 0800 612 4479 or contact our specialist lawyers online.

Whether you are riding a moped, scooter or motorbike, it is extremely important to ensure you have the correct protective clothing to help prevent serious injuries in an accident. Not only will the correct protection help if you fall off, but the correct clothing will protect you from the weather and also helps your visibility to other road users.

Your safety helmet is the most important piece of safety kit and could save your life in an accident.

By law, you must wear a safety helmet when riding a motorcycle on the road. If your helmet gets damaged or takes an impact you should always buy a new one and never buy a second hand one as you can't always see if there has been previous damage. Plus, it is worth investing in a white or brightly coloured helmet as it may help you to be more visible to other road users.

Visors and goggles will help protect your eyes from the elements. You should not wear tinted goggles or visors if you are riding your motorbike in the dark or when there is poor visibility.

To help protect yourself from injuries and the weather, you should invest in good quality protective clothing, including a jacket, trousers, gloves and gantlets and boots. Also look for added protection on the shoulders, elbows and knees.

Unfortunately many motorbike accidents occur when other road users don't see you. For good visibility, clothing which is reflective in the dark and fluorescent during the day is recommended. You need to ensure you are visible from the side, back and front.

A 30 year old motorcyclist who suffered serious injuries after a collision with a car has received over £150,000 in damages.

The man was overtaking a slow moving lane of traffic when on approach to a junction, a car suddenly pulled across his path. He suffered very serious injuries including a collapsed lung and fractures to his skull, spine, pelvis and jaw.

Due to the severity of his injuries after the accident, he was in hospital for nearly three months before undergoing intensive physiotherapy treatment. He continues to suffer ongoing problems caused by the head injury including an impaired memory and sense of smell and reduced powers of concentration.

He was awarded £158,035 in motorbike accident compensation in an out of court settlement.

Motorbike Accident Compensation Solicitors. For 24 hour motorbike claims advice: call 0800 612 4479 or contact our motorbike solicitors online

A 48 year old mother how was involved in a serious car accident has been awarded a multi million pound compensation settlement out of court by the Defendant's insurers who accepted liability for the horrific road accident.

The lady was involved in a head on collision with a 75 year old motorist who had lost consciousness at the wheel. The pensioner tragically died at the scene.

The lady suffered serious personal injuries due to the accident and is now in a wheelchair, is partially paralysed down one side of her body and has eyesight and speech problems.

The compensation was assessed on the probable cost of the lady's life long care requirements. Her family said that the settlement would ensure that their mother would receive the round the clock care she requires.

Freeclaim Solicitors have road accident and motorbike accident specialist solicitors to help clients claiming compensation after an accident. Contact our team online or call 24 hours a day for claims advice on 0800 612 4479.

The Child Brain Injury Trust is calling for the law to be changed to make it mandatory for all children to wear helmets whilst cycling or skateboarding to help prevent serious brain injuries.

They are calling for parents and children to "play it safe this summer", highlighting the risks of brain injuries caused by accidents particularly in the summer months when skull fractures are expected to increase by 30%.

According to the charity, research shows that a helmet can play a key role in avoiding traumatic brain injury by absorbing up to 63 per cent of the impact, which could make all the difference between a mild or serious brain injury, or between life and death.

Lisa Turan from the charity explained: "...what IS surprising is the amount of children who set out for summer fun without wearing any protective head gear. Youngsters don't think about the risk of brain injury when they jump on their bikes or head to the skate park. But if they saw some of the children we support whose lives have changed in a split second through acquiring a brain injury, they would definitely think again,"

According to a recent AA survey, 1 in every 20 drivers on the roads is not wearing a seatbelt.

The survey logged 40,000 cards and found that 4.92% of drivers were not wearing their belt. Many of which were van and taxi drivers. Also, 0.23% of the drivers on the roads were also seen using a hand held mobile.

It seems that the "clunk click" message is still not getting through to road users.

Excuses for not wearing a seat belt in the past have included - ‘I'm only going done the road' or ‘I might crease my shirt or blouse'.

Mike Penning, Road Safety Minister commented, "Seatbelts save lives and not wearing one just isn't worth the risk."

"Those excuses just aren't good enough because even if you're pulling out of your driveway you can hit a van, hit another vehicle, and the consequences without wearing a seatbelt are actually quite dire."

A widow is pursuing a motorbike accident claim after her husband was killed in a horrific accident when a van collided with his motorcycle.

A number of crucial failures on the part of the van driver are alleged, including failing to keep a proper look out, failing to heed the approaching motorcycle, to avoid collision and failing to drive with reasonable care and skill. The van driver has already been found guilty of driving without due care and attention and has been banned for a year and fined.

The widow commented, "No amount of compensation is going to bring [my husband] back, but I want a little bit of justice for our kids."

Injuries caused by motorbike accidents can be particularly serious and tragically can end in the death of a loved one. We have specialist, trained solicitors who have the expertise and compassion to help in these circumstances. They can offer legal help and advice on claiming compensation for pain and distress, bereavement and funeral expenses and claims brought by the dependants of the deceased for the loss of financial support.

New research suggests that the accident compensation culture is a myth. In a recent study by an online legal website, nearly half of respondents who had been injured as the result of an accident did not make a compensation claim.

The research indicated that the factors behind accident victims not making a claim included amongst others, respondents were unsure of hot to make a compensation claim, did not know that they would be able to find a reputable firm to handle their claim and also some feared that they would not win their case.

Two thirds of those who suffered injury as a result of an accident were also forced to take time off work.

We are reputable motorbike accident solicitors, with over 25 years experience helping motorbike accident victims. To find out whether you can make a claim after a motorcycle accident or other road accident, call us today on 0800 612 4479 or contact our motorbike injury lawyers online.

From today motorists will face tougher rules on insurance as part of a crackdown on the number of uninsured vehicles.

It will be an offence to keep an uninsured vehicle as opposed to current rules which where it is only an offence to drive without insurance. However, vehicles with a valid Statutory Off Road Notice (SORN) will not be required to be insured.

The Motor Insurers' Bureau will be raising awareness to motorists through a national advertising campaign.

Ashton West, Chief Executive at the Motor Insurers' Bureau, commented, "The change in law is a stepping up of enforcement activity, so that not only those vehicles driven without insurance will be caught. Now the registered keeper must make sure that their vehicle is insured all the time."

 "Around four percent of vehicles have no motor insurance at any given time, and this needs to change so that is why this new enforcement approach is so important."

Motorbike Accident Compensation Solicitors. For 24 hour motorbike claims advice: call 0800 612 4479 or contact our motorbike solicitors online.

The Sussex Safer Roads Partnership (SSRP) have created a new road safety campaign showing a young boy creating his own motorbike experience.

The "Stay a Hero, Stay Safe" campaign is a celebration of motorcycling showing bikers as role models. The film shows the young boy turning his bicycle into a motorbike with the aid of skittles, torches and an umbrella, so that he can be like his father.

Ken Seymour of the road safety campaign said that he hoped it would help save lives.

"Despite motorcyclists being a small proportion of road users, they make up a large percentage of casualties."

"Stay a Hero deliberately avoids laying blame of any sort and isn't your usual shocking public service film.

"We hope that it will connect with our biker community, generate discussion and help to save lives on our roads."

Motorbike Accident Compensation. Freeclaim Solicitors. 0800 612 4479.

Many bikers believe that more motorbike accidents happen in winter due to poor weather conditions and poor visibility. However, more motorbike accident claims are made in the Spring and Summer months.

Statistics show that in general, there are more accident claims for both drivers and bikers and is attributed to a number of factors including the complacency of motorists in the summer months, coupled with increased traffic on the roads. Plus, many experts say that hot weather leads to fatigue, affecting both car drivers and motorcyclists. There is also a link with younger and newly qualified bikers who believe it is safer to adjust to riding in the warmer and dryer months.

Advice from the experts is clear - enjoy riding in the warmer months but if necessary brush up on your skills, make sure you continue to be vigilant of other road users and increased traffic, take plenty of breaks to prevent fatigue and ensure you have suitable safety equipment and clothing.

For motorbike compensation advice from experienced and specialist solicitors, call today on 0800 612 4479 or contact our road traffic accident lawyers online.

A safety scheme trialed in Northumberland to reduce the number of motorbike accidents is being extended following its success.

The scheme used bright yellow signs on many rural roads that were accident hotspots which were designed to make bikers alert to the dangers of speeding and taking corners too fast.

The trial led to a decrease in the number of motorbike accidents where the signs were displayed.

Victoria Barrington, Head of public protection at the county council, commented: "The success of last year's pilot scheme indicates that these warning signs can have a positive impact on the behaviour of people who may otherwise drive dangerously."

Unfortunately, motorcyclists suffer far more serious injuries such as head injuries and spinal injuries after a road accident. If you need legal help and advice after an accident, call our motorbike compensation solicitors on 0800 612 4479 or contact our motorbike claims team online.

Research from the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) shows that the top three causes of serious and fatal crashes point to driver and rider error.

The ‘Licensed To Skill: Contributory Factors In Accidents' report analyses five years worth of accident data.

Failing to look properly, loss of control and poor turning accounted for 65.3% of fatal accidents and 61.8% of serious accidents, whilst unwise or illegal judgments such as speeding or following too close were the second biggest factors. Behaviour or inexperience was the third contributory factor in 28% of accidents. Surprisingly vehicle defects, factors affecting vision and the road environment were listed in very few accidents.

IAM chief executive Simon Best said: "What is obvious from the top three rankings is that many accidents could be prevented by drivers simply changing their behaviour, as well as gaining more experience. That so many crashes are caused simply by the driver failing to look is shocking. On the positive side, there is plenty that drivers can do to reduce their risk of being involved in an accident."

Unfortunately, motorcyclists suffer far more serious accidents and injuries, in particular serious brain or spinal injuries. 

If you have suffered injury after a motorbike accident it is vital that you choose solicitors who have not only the legal experience to help you with your motorcycle accident claim, but who also have the experience in organising a rehabilitation and care plan to help you on the road to recovery. Call for confidential advice on 0800 612 4479 or contact our motorbike accident compensation solicitors online.