28-04-2025
Moment BMW biker rammed off road by car before suffering life-changing condition
Horror dash-cam footage has captured the terrifying moment a BMW biker was rammed off road by a car - causing him to suffer a life-changing condition. Andrew had been riding his BMW S1000RR with a friend near Invergarry when he was knocked off his vehicle in September last year. As he and his pal rode along the road in the Highlands , they caught up with a HGV which was being followed by a Ford Mondeo. Both were travelling around 40 mph and so when it was safe to do so, his friend overtook the Mondeo and then the HGV. Still in the following position, Andrew performed a lifesaver check and moved out to overtake the queue of traffic. But moments later, as he moved alongside the Mondeo, it began to pull out into the opposite lane - forcing him off the road. Terrifying dash-cam footage captured from the HGV in front shows the motor swerving into Andrew as he attempted to overtake. The clip then shows Andrew, a dad-of-three, colliding with the verge before he is knocked off his bike. He was then filmed tumbling across the road as traffic was brought to an abrupt halt. The biker says he remembers nothing from the event apart from waking up in an ambulance. Andrew was rushed to hospital , where he was diagnosed with concussion, a fractured finger and soft tissue injuries. Initially, his doctors expected a straightforward recovery. But once discharged , Andrew began experiencing seizures, dizziness, and a pronounced stutter. His back pain and nausea worsened, leading to a readmission for further scans . At the time, was suspected he may have suffered a small brain bleed. Before the accident , Andrew had been a founding director of a successful wind turbine maintenance company, frequently travelling for work while also caring for his three daughters. But after the crash , his once-active life was reduced to struggling to leave his flat. His case was taken up by Motorcycle Law Scotland. Following detailed investigations, the law firm secured an acceptance of liability from the insurers. Initially, they agreed to fund his rehabilitation, recognising that supporting his recovery was beneficial for both sides. But as Andrew's symptoms persisted without clear improvement, the insurers withdrew funding. Despite the absence of structural brain damage, Andrew's ongoing symptoms needed explanation. He was assessed by a multidisciplinary team, including a neurologist , neuropsychologist, rehabilitation consultant, and speech and language therapist. Andrew was eventually diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) - a condition that affects how the brain sends and receives signals. FND often emerges following significant trauma and can present with seizures, speech difficulties, and other debilitating symptoms. Recognising the profound impact FND had on Andrew's life, Cycle Law Scotland advocated for his right to fair compensation. In February, the dad secured a substantial seven figure settlement . Andrew said: "From one of the hardest times that hit me so far in life after a motorcycle collision I was struggling with my insurance solicitors which gave no help whatsoever. A friend recommended Motorcycle Law Scotland. They took ownership of the case, organising rehabilitation, much needed help and a moral structure which gave me confidence. "They went about everything in a professional manner, also telling me every step in layman's terms . The team's guidance and care was amazing and for that I'm truly grateful. " Motorcycle Law represented me in the best way possible."
