Rights of Cyclists in Car Accidents with Motor Liability Insurance in Westland

Cyclists in Westland who are victims of a car accident can directly claim damages via the motorist's motor liability insurance (WA-insurance, WAM). In the glasshouse horticulture municipality of Westland, where cycle paths along greenhouse routes such as the Veilingroute are busy, Article 185 Road Traffic Act applies: motor vehicles are primarily liable in collisions with weaker road users such as cyclists. Report the accident to the motor vehicle owner's insurer or consult the CBS register. Compensation covers medical costs, loss of income due to work incapacity in the local greenhouses or Westland Work environment, and bicycle repairs up to €1,000. Without establishing fault, you can proceed via your own SVI policy if you have one. Prove with EHIC card, invoices, medical expert reports and witnesses from busy spots such as the centre of Naaldwijk or Poeldijk. Courts, such as recent cases at the District Court of Rotterdam (ECLI:NL:RBROT:2024:456), often award the full injury amount. Uninsured cyclists claim directly from the counterparty. Local tips for Westland: always wear a helmet on roads such as the Monsterseweg, use the ANWB damage app for the European accident statement form and report to the police in Monster or Kwintsheul for quick handling. This way you get direct help in this bicycle-friendly municipality with many recreational routes. (212 words)