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I was hit yesterday evening by a pedestrian who stepped out into the road while the crossing light was red. I had the green light as I was going through the junction.
The impact from it threw me from my bike and I landed on my right side. Spent 3 hours in a&e, had x-rays and have been told nothing is broken but I have damaged the rotor cuff muscles on my right shoulder upto 2 weeks to heal. Bruised him, knee and ankle scraps and my helmet will need replacement. Haven't checked my bike over yet.
I have the details of the pedestrian as I took a picture of his drivers license. Police attended and took details, but the pedestrian had left, so they gave me a lift home.
Is it worth talking to a lawyer to claim for loss of earnings, replacement helmet and for any damage to my bike? I've had to call out of work for today and tomorrow.