Lyu Yongqiang v Yu Mau Hing: Negligence in Bus Accident Causing Injury to Cyclist
In Lyu Yongqiang v Yu Mau Hing and SBS Transit Ltd, the Singapore High Court addressed a negligence claim arising from a bus accident. Lyu Yongqiang, a cyclist, sued Yu Mau Hing, the bus driver, and SBS Transit Ltd after being injured when the bus collided with his bicycle. The court, presided over by Lai Siu Chiu SJ, found the defendants 90% liable for the accident, determining that the bus driver's negligence contributed to the collision. The plaintiff was found 10% liable. The defendants have appealed the decision.
1. Case Overview
1.1 Court
High Court1.2 Outcome
Interlocutory judgment awarded to the plaintiff; defendants found 90% liable.
1.3 Case Type
Civil
1.4 Judgment Type
Grounds of Decision
1.5 Jurisdiction
Singapore
1.6 Description
The High Court found the defendants 90% liable for an accident where a bus driven by Yu Mau Hing hit cyclist Lyu Yongqiang, causing injury. The court determined the bus driver was negligent.
1.7 Decision Date
2. Parties and Outcomes
| Party Name | Role | Type | Outcome | Outcome Type | Counsels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyu Yongqiang | Plaintiff | Individual | Interlocutory judgment awarded | Won | Eric Liew Hwee Tong |
| Yu Mau Hing | Defendant | Individual | Liability Apportioned | Lost | Anthony Wee |
| SBS Transit Ltd | Defendant | Corporation | Liability Apportioned | Lost | Anthony Wee |
3. Judges
| Judge Name | Title | Delivered Judgment |
|---|---|---|
| Lai Siu Chiu | Senior Judge | Yes |
4. Counsels
| Counsel Name | Organization |
|---|---|
| Eric Liew Hwee Tong | Gabriel Law Corporation |
| Anthony Wee | United Legal Alliance LLC |
4. Facts
- The plaintiff was cycling in the extreme left lane of Victoria Street.
- The first defendant was driving a public bus owned by the second defendant.
- The bus side-swiped the plaintiff's bicycle, causing him to fall and sustain injuries.
- The first defendant was fined for inconsiderate driving under the Road Traffic Act.
- The plaintiff was unable to work as a welder due to the accident and returned to China.
- The accident occurred near Bugis Junction Shopping Centre.
- There was construction work and barriers obstructing the pavement next to the bus lane.
5. Formal Citations
- Lyu Yongqiang v Yu Mau Hing and another, Suit No 559 of 2014, [2015] SGHC 200
6. Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Accident occurred involving a bus and a cyclist. | |
| Traffic Police notified the first defendant of an offence of inconsiderate driving. | |
| Plaintiff returned to China due to inability to work. | |
| Suit filed in 2014 | |
| Cross-examination of the first defendant. | |
| Judgment issued. |
7. Legal Issues
- Negligence
- Outcome: The court found the first defendant negligent in his operation of the bus, contributing to the accident.
- Category: Substantive
- Sub-Issues:
- Breach of duty of care
- Causation
- Apportionment of liability
8. Remedies Sought
- Monetary Damages
9. Cause of Actions
- Negligence
10. Practice Areas
- Personal Injury
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
11. Industries
- Transportation
- Construction
12. Cited Cases
| Case Name | Court | Affirmed | Citation | Jurisdiction | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No cited cases | |||||
13. Applicable Rules
| Rule Name |
|---|
| Highway Code Rules (Cap 276, R 11, 1990 Rev Ed) |
| Road Traffic (Bicycles) Rules (Cap 276, R 3, 1990 Rev Ed) |
14. Applicable Statutes
| Statute Name | Jurisdiction |
|---|---|
| Road Traffic Act (Cap 276, 2004 Rev Ed) | Singapore |
15. Key Terms and Keywords
15.1 Key Terms
- Bus lane
- Side-swiped
- Inconsiderate driving
- Apportionment of liability
- CCTV footage
- Construction barriers
15.2 Keywords
- Bus accident
- Cyclist injury
- Negligence
- Road traffic accident
- Personal injury
16. Subjects
- Transportation Accidents
- Personal Injury Law
17. Areas of Law
- Tort Law
- Negligence
- Road Traffic Law