Hit and run cycling accidents: Can you claim compensation if the driver cannot be traced?
We’ve been horrified here at Cycle Law Scotland to hear of three serious hit-and-run incidents involving cyclists in the space of just a few days in August.
VIE Velo: Challenging life through inclusive cycling
Discover how Edinburgh charity VIE Velo is transforming lives through inclusive tandem cycling for visually impaired riders. Solicitor and trustee Jo Clancy-Dodds shares her experience of the club, the friendships
Two Minds, One Start Line: Etape Caledonia 2026
Why I nearly skipped Etape Caledonia 2026, and what the ride reminded me about cycling, health, privilege and perseverance.
New Tram Line, New Risks. Will Roseburn Path users be protected?
The proposed tram extension along The Roseburn Path has become a focal point of public debate in Edinburgh.
Stricter punishments for rogue cyclists – a solution for road safety
New laws propose tougher penalties for cyclists causing death or injury — but will they make roads safer, or simply distract from the real dangers?
Cycling Road Safety Roadshows
Cycling Road Safety Roadshows come to Edinburgh and Glasgow in Nov 2025.
Cycle Law Scotland support community cycling initiative.
Cycle Law Scotland partners with Sunny Cycles to champion inclusive cycling in Glasgow. Legal firm becomes first Corporate supporter of community cycling initiative.
Should cyclists be forced to have insurance?
Thomas Mitchell questions the arguments for compulsory cycle insurance and suggests that common sense should prevail.
Driver sentenced to four years in prison
The High Court sentenced driver, Craig McComb to nearly four years in prison and a driving ban of almost 10 years for deliberately knocking down cyclist, Duncan Ronaldson.
Renewed call for presumed liability
Thomas Mitchell makes a renewed call for presumed liability. Presumed Liability is a natural component part of the overall review of road safety legislation.
Legal Support for cyclists injured due to tram tracks
It seems that Edinburgh Trams cannot be run profitably and the Council still persists in considering every cycling injury claim due to the tram tracks before settling out of court.
We ride too!
At Cycle Law Scotland, we are all cyclists too so we understand how important cycling can be to our clients.
What our clients say.
“Thomas from Motorcycle Law Scotland spent a lot of time on my case and was very determined to get me the amount to recover my losses. A very competent firm and guided me through the process of the claim step by step. I fully recommend them.”
Brian Meiklejohn
“Cycle Law Scotland were brilliant from start to finish. Throughout the whole process of my claim, their communication was fantastic and they handled my case with skill and professionalism. At first I wasn’t sure whether to take legal action after my accident because I was worried it would be too complicated, but I’m really glad I did. Cycle Law Scotland took the stress out and made the whole process very easy. I couldn’t recommend them enough. Thank you!”
Kate Osmond
“Jodi and the team helped me through every step of the process and weren’t judgemental at all. The most important reason for choosing CLS was that they are cyclists and understand what it feels like. Incredibly professional and, touch wood, I will never need their services again. But, I will recommend them to anyone and everyone. Thank you!”
Shannon Douglas
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