What to do when hit by a car while cycling?

If you're involved in a motor vehicle accident as a cyclist, you too are eligible to claim compensation if you weren't at fault.

Here are some practical things you should do if you have a cycling accident:

• Get yourself and your bike off the road;
• Determine the extent of your injuries;
• Swap details with other vehicle or cyclists involved;
• Obtain contact details from any witnesses of the accident;
• Report the accident to police;
• If possible, take photographs on your phone and take notes of the time and place of the accident; and
• See a doctor or hospital to get checked over even if you have only sustained minor injuries.