Protecting Cyclists: What You Need to Know

Protecting Cyclists: What You Need to Know At Cycle Law, we’re proud to stand beside Queensland’s cycling community – not just as legal advocates, but as fellow riders. With cycling on the rise across the state, it’s more important than ever to understand the risks on our roads and the legal protections available when accidents […]

Pedalling Toward Progress: What the 2032 Olympic Games Mean for Cyclists

Pedalling Toward Progress: What the 2032 Olympic Games Mean for Cyclists As Queensland gears up to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the city is undergoing a transformation that promises lasting benefits for residents, visitors, and athletes alike. Among those watching closely are cyclists – both recreational and competitive- who stand to gain from […]

Cycling Accidents in QLD: Your Legal Rights Explained

September 15, 2025
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/ By Lucy Franks

Brisbane’s cycling community knows the reality. One moment you’re enjoying the river breeze along Coronation Drive, the next you’re sprawled on asphalt with a driver claiming you “came out of nowhere.” Queensland’s cycling statistics tell a harsh story: 6,000 cyclists end up in hospital beds each year. Thirty-eight families lost someone who simply went for […]

Pain and Suffering in a Cycling Claim: What It Means for You

“It is a significant part of a compensation claim. Particularly for those who cannot claim wage losses, such as young people, retirees, or the unemployed, pain and suffering often comprises the most considerable part of a compensation claim.” – Emily Billiau, Principal Let’s be honest, pain isn’t always the part people talk about first. When […]

Can You Overtake in a Bicycle Lane? Queensland Law in 2025

Overtaking a cyclist isn’t always straightforward. There’s the legal passing distance to think about, road conditions, and in many cases, a marked bicycle lane running alongside your path. The question for many Queensland drivers is this: can you enter the bike lane to overtake, and if so, how far can you go? This rule isn’t […]

Brisbane’s Public Transport Upgrades: What Cyclists Need to Know

In preparation for the upcoming Olympics Brisbane has made some significant investments in its public transport system, which will affect cyclists across the entire state. These updates mean that if you use public transport to complement your commuting, you will now have greater flexibility and quicker and faster access to more areas of Brisbane. Understanding […]

Best Bicycle Insurance in Queensland for 2025

If your bicycle were stolen tomorrow, or if a collision left you injured and unable to ride, would you be protected? For many cyclists, the answer is uncertain until it’s too late, and when cycling is part of your identity, not just your routine, that uncertainty can weigh heavily. That’s where bicycle insurance comes in. […]

A car parked in a designated space, accompanied by a bicycle and another vehicle, illustrating a common parking arrangement.

Bicycle Boxes – What Are They And What Do They Do?

October 12, 2022
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/ By Lucy Franks

What is a Bicycle Box?A bicycle storage area (or bicycle box) is a marked area of the road before a signalised intersection, where cyclists can position themselves in front of queued traffic at a red traffic signal. The boxes are intended to make cyclists more visible to motor vehicles and give them a head start […]

Who Is at Fault in Cyclist-Motorist Accidents? Understanding Strict Liability and Road Safety

After spending plenty of time on the road—and in the courtroom—I’ve thought a lot about the complex relationship between cyclists and motorists.It’s great to see more people choosing cycling as their preferred way to get around. But the risks involved in sharing the road are hard to ignore. While vehicle collisions are relatively rare, the […]

How to Conduct the “Nommo Inquisition”

February 22, 2018
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/ By Lucy Franks

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU GET HIT BY A CAR…AND YOUR BIKE CAMERA DOESN’T CAPTURE THE REGISTRATION NUMBER? A lot of cyclists feel helpless after a hit and run because they are unable to identify the vehicle involved…EMILY BILLIAU // Australia’s Leading Lawyer for Cyclists Perhaps the driver fled the scene of the accident or the […]

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