Archive for November, 2008
100% increase to fines for not wearing a seat belt
Posted by Neil WorrallAfter research revealed that 3 in 10 back seat passengers do not wear a seat belt the UK government has responded by raising the fine for those caught travelling without a belt from £30 to £60 pounds. In the words of Home Office Minister Vernon Coaker: “The vast majority of motorists wear seatbelts but some drivers and passengers still choose not to, even though wearing a belt is a key… read more
Mobility scooter menace? New driving test proposed for OAPs
Posted by Neil WorrallCamps Solicitors have learned that the British government is conducting a review into regulations covering the use of mobility scooters in town centres after a spate of accidents in which pedestrians have been killed or seriously injured.The Commons’ Transport Committee has issued warnings that the increased use of the electric-powered scooters, which are legally defined as invalid carriages, will lead to a corresponding increase in the number of accidents that… read more
Car recovery made easy with Camps
Posted by Neil WorrallIf you’ve been involved in an accident, recovering an undriveable vehicle from the scene can be a lot of hassle, at just the time you need it the least. That’s why Camps Solicitors offer our complete accident management service to any of our clients who are making a claim for road traffic accident (RTA) compensation. We aim to help you to get back on the road and back on with… read more
