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Supreme Court Upholds €600 Compensation for Motorcyclist Injured Avoiding Dog

Published March 27, 2026, 17:20
Supreme Court Upholds €600 Compensation for Motorcyclist Injured Avoiding Dog

The Supreme Court of Cyprus dismissed the appeal of a motorcyclist injured while attempting to avoid a dog, upholding the initial compensation of €600. The motorcyclist argued that the amount was insufficient, but the Court ruled that his injuries were minor, without permanent consequences, and that his recovery was swift. The Court emphasized that there was no evidence to justify a higher compensation and that the initial decision was in line with case law. The case concerned a traffic accident caused by the motorcyclist's sudden swerve to avoid a dog entering the roadway.