E-bike accident in Cham: 81-year-old falls on an oil slick and is injured!

E-bike accident in Cham: 81-year-old falls on an oil slick and is injured!

On Friday morning, July 11, 2025, a serious incident occurred on Knonauerstrasse in Cham. A hydraulic hose on a semi-trailer truck burst, leaving a dangerous pool of oil on the road. The 81-year-old e-bike rider, who was riding shortly after 10:15 a.m., fell on the slippery route and sustained injuries. The senior immediately received initial medical care and was taken to hospital by the Zug ambulance service, where he was able to receive further treatment.

During the patient rescue and the subsequent street cleaning, traffic had to be kept in a single lane past the accident site. This temporarily caused disruptions in morning traffic. Accidents with e-bikes are no longer uncommon due to the ever-increasing popularity of these means of transport. In 2020, over 5 million e-bikes were in use in Germany, a trend that is also noticeable in Bavaria.

Growing accident numbers

Unfortunately, the increase in e-bike use also results in an increase in the number of accidents. As experts warn, e-bike riders often travel faster, which increases the risk of accidents. Seniors in particular are disproportionately represented among drivers, which increases the likelihood of injuries. However, the legal assessment is that there is no difference between accidents involving e-bikes and traditional bicycles, meaning that liability is usually treated similarly.

In addition, the liability issues in accidents involving e-bikes are complex. In most cases, drivers are partly to blame, as they are often responsible for accidents involving bicycles or e-bikes due to the operational danger.

Consequences of the accident and compensation

After an accident, similar rules apply as with other traffic accidents. Those involved in the accident are not obliged to provide information about what happened on site, but calling the police is strongly recommended. This secures the relevant data and witness statements. In the event of personal injury, claims for damages can be made, which can relate to material damage to the e-bike, clothing and even replacement vehicles. A lawyer can help settle the claims, although the costs are usually covered by legal protection insurance.

Road safety, especially for e-bike riders, remains an important issue. It is essential to be aware of the risks on the road in order to avoid such accidents in the future. As this incident shows once again, common sense is the name of the game on the street.

For further information on the legal aspects of e-bike accidents and the resulting claims for damages, read [anwalt.de](https://www.anwalt.de/rechtstipps/ Schadenssatz-nach-einem-unfall-mit-einem-e-bike-oder-pedelec_179180.html).