When it comes to fleet legislation and fleet legal protection, peace of mind is everything. Managing a fleet means managing people, vehicles, and risks, and when something goes wrong on the road, knowing you have immediate legal support can make all the difference. That’s where RightProtect comes in.
Backed by a new partnership between Right Fuel Card and Weightmans, one of the UK’s leading law firms, RightProtect gives fleet operators 24/7 access to legal experts when it matters most, right there at the roadside.
Strengthening fleet legal support
Right Fuel Card has joined forces with Weightmans’ transport legal expertise to take RightProtect to the next level.
This partnership combines Right Fuel Card’s fleet management experience with Weightmans’ long-standing reputation in transport, regulatory, and commercial law. Together, they provide a powerful layer of legal protection for fleet operators, giving over 20,000 business customers a dependable legal safety net.
With 225+ partners and nine UK offices, Weightmans’ team brings nationwide coverage and specialist insight, ensuring that fleet risk management is not just about vehicles and drivers, but about legal security too.
“Our customers face uncertainty every day. With Weightmans on board, we’re giving them cost-effective, reliable solutions that keep fleets moving and protected.”
Matthew Briggs, CEO of Right Fuel Card
Why fleet legal protection matters for fleets
Accidents happen, and they can happen fast. In Great Britain alone, 2024 saw more than 1,600 fatalities and over 29,000 serious injuries on the road. For any business running vehicles, even a minor collision can have serious legal and reputational consequences.
Without immediate legal representation, drivers can be left vulnerable at the roadside, often at the most crucial stage of a case. Legal cases are won or lost by the roadside, and waiting for standard insurance legal cover to activate can leave both employers and drivers exposed.
That’s why RightProtect fleet legal cover was designed: to make sure drivers have someone on their side from the very first moment.
The role of UK fleet legislation and fleet laws
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, employers have a duty of care for the safety of employees at work - this includes drivers and vehicle operations. It also extends to other road users who may be affected by your fleet’s activities. By ensuring your drivers have legal support at the roadside, you’re fulfilling a wider duty of care under UK fleet legislation.
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require risk assessments of your work activities, such as vehicle use and driver behaviour. This means you must identify risks tied to your fleet and implement safe systems of work. When an incident occurs, having legal support from Right Protect means you’ve taken the “precautionary” step that flows from those regulations.
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 require that work equipment, including vehicles, is maintained and properly used by trained persons. A collision could trigger questions about whether your fleet met those obligations. Right Protect helps you respond immediately, protecting drivers and businesses against legal risks tied to equipment use and training.
The Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1996 set the standards for vehicles on UK roads; failure to meet them can lead to enforcement action. Right Protect’s legal support aligns with compliance across fleet laws, giving you help at the first stage of any incident.
The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 cover broader issues like safe movement of vehicles and people on sites and welfare facilities for drivers, showing that fleet safety isn’t just on the road, but in the depot, too. With Right Protect, you’re supporting the legal side of those safety obligations.
For fleets with vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, rules on drivers’ hours, tachographs and international trips also apply. Ensuring compliance with those regulations is part of a strong risk-management framework, and legal cover helps you act quickly if things go wrong.
What is RightProtect?
RightProtect is a dedicated 24/7 roadside legal assistance service, available exclusively to Right Fuel Card customers.
Businesses gain access to a qualified solicitor who can provide roadside legal advice for fleets following a “blue light incident”, any situation where the police or emergency services are involved.
Key features include:
24/7 roadside legal advice – speak to a solicitor anytime, anywhere.
Immediate representation – legal experts can attend a police station if required.
Employer legal protection for fleets – keeping both your drivers and your business covered.
Nationwide support – available anywhere in the UK with a phone signal.
Affordable peace of mind.
Bridging the gap: legal cover vs insurance for fleets
Many fleet operators assume their insurance legal cover is enough, but that’s often not the case. Most policies only activate after the initial police interview or during later proceedings. That means drivers can be left without representation when they need it most.
RightProtect bridges that gap, giving immediate access to qualified legal advice at the roadside and full support until the insurer’s cover takes over.
If you’ve ever wondered what legal cover fleets need, this is it: instant, practical, and designed for real-world fleet operations.
What type of incidents does RightProtect cover?
RightProtect is designed for blue light incident legal cover, which includes any situation involving the police, emergency services, or a potential legal investigation. From minor collisions to serious accidents, the service ensures you’re supported from the start.
Whether you run a small business fleet or a large national operation, having legal representation at a traffic accident can protect your driver’s rights, your business reputation, and your compliance record.
Why this partnership matters
Weightman’s transport and regulatory practice is one of the most respected in the UK. They regularly support fleet operators, logistics firms, and transport authorities in high-stakes cases.
Now, through Right Fuel Card’s partnership with legal services for fleets, that same expertise is available to your business at an affordable, accessible rate.
“We’re delighted to collaborate with Right Fuel Card and deliver essential legal advice and commercial support to its customers. We see this relationship growing even stronger in the years ahead.”
Michael Balmer, Partner at Weightmans.
The future of fleet legal support in the UK
With regulations tightening and driver accountability on the rise, fleet legal service UK providers are becoming an essential part of fleet risk management.
RightProtect ensures your drivers are never alone at the roadside, with 24/7 legal protection, direct solicitor access, and full nationwide coverage.
RightProtect's legal service helps you safeguard your drivers, your reputation, and your business.
Protect your fleet today
If you’re a Right Fuel Card customer, adding RightProtect is simple. Whether you manage two vans or two hundred vehicles, RightProtect gives you the confidence that your drivers are supported day and night, whenever the unexpected happens.
Because with RightProtect, fleet legal protection isn’t just a benefit, it’s a business essential.
