Atkinson v Kennedy – Driver not liable in child pedestrian case
Atkinson v Kennedy demonstrates that even in serious child pedestrian accidents, liability is not automatic. The Court held the collision was unavoidable despite the driver exceeding the speed limit.
Gadsby v Hayes | Child pedestrian toucan crossing case
A High Court case examining whether a driver should reduce speed to 10 mph at a toucan crossing. Despite serious injuries to a child pedestrian, the court found no negligence.
Insurers benefit from the compensation culture myth
Thomas Mitchell is not convinced by a big decline in the number of road traffic collision claims.
Reuben – IAM Advanced Driver
Since starting his traineeship, Reuben became so much more aware of the dangers on the road. He signed up to the Advanced Driver course with IAM RoadSmart.
SCAA donation
Scottish Motorcycle Road Safety Roadshow Raises Over £9,000 for Charity Air Ambulance.
RTA Law LLP announces promotion of James Stevenson to Solicitor
RTA Law LLP announces the promotion of James Stevenson to Solicitor.
Probert v Moore [2012] EWHC 2324 (QB): Driver 100% liable for collision with child pedestrian on rural road
The High Court in Probert v Moore [2012] found a driver 100% liable after a 13-year-old pedestrian suffered a brain injury on a rural road, reinforcing the duty to anticipate
Toropdar v D [2009] EWHC 2997 (TCC)
A driver was found 2/3 liable after colliding with a child who ran into the road. This case highlights how courts assess child pedestrian accident liability, contributory negligence, and the
Ellis v Kelly (2018) EWHC 2031 (QB)
A court held a driver fully liable after an 8-year-old boy suffered life-changing brain injuries at a zebra crossing, confirming that children’s momentary misjudgements do not amount to contributory negligence.
Gough v Thorne [1966] 1 WLR 1387
A Court of Appeal decision held a driver 100% liable after a 13-year-old girl was struck while crossing the road after being waved across by a lorry driver, confirming that
Motorcycle insurance prices set to remain high
Motorcycle insurance premiums remain stubbornly high despite a sharp fall in personal injury claims. RTA LAW Partner Thomas Mitchell examines insurer profits, government inaction and the unanswered question facing the
Tourist drivers and T-plates: Can they improve Highland road safety?
Tourist numbers in the Highlands are booming, but collisions linked to driving on the wrong side are rising. Could T-plates improve road safety?
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