Bicycle Accident Attorney
Bicycle Accident Attorney
Many residents enjoy the outdoors, including bicycling around the city’s many trails and parks. Unfortunately, cyclists face numerous safety hazards when sharing the road with motor vehicles. If the driver of a car or truck acts negligently or recklessly, they could cause a collision and endanger the life of a cyclist. Injuries from bicycle accidents can be severe, and victims could suffer painful, life-altering complications.
Fortunately, bicycle accident victims have the legal right to file a claim for compensation against the party or parties responsible for their injuries. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, the dedicated legal team at Benchmark Injury Law can help you through this stressful time. Our personal injury attorney is dedicated to helping clients and the surrounding areas receive the maximum compensation available for the harm they have suffered. Our team is committed to providing prompt answers to your legal questions, and guiding you through every step of the claims process.
Tips for Staying Safe While Biking
Although biking is a popular pastime for children and adults alike, many motorists do not know how to share the road with cyclists. Frequently, drivers act recklessly or fail to see cyclists, causing them significant injuries. Since biking is fun for the whole family, it is essential to follow and model these crucial tips for your family’s safety:
Wear a helmet at all times
Utilize headlights, tail lights, and reflective clothing to ensure drivers can see you or your child
Learn and use hand signals to indicate your turns
Call out to pedestrians or use a bell when you are approaching from behind
Do not attempt to ride in the opposite direction of traffic
Leave space between your bike and the curb to avoid being hit by a car door
Refrain from listening to music through earbuds
Know and follow all traffic laws
But, unfortunately, even the most careful cyclist is at risk on the road where there are reckless, distracted, or angry drivers. There are too many bicycle accidents each year.
Common Causes of Bike Accidents
It is important to understand that bicyclists on the roadways have the same rights as other motor vehicles, but bicyclists also have the same obligation to obey all rules of the road. One or multiple parties can be responsible for causing bicycle accidents. A common cause of bicycle accidents is other vehicles on the roadways. The driver of a car, truck, or other motor vehicles may fail to yield the right-of-way to a bicyclist, may be distracted by passengers or the use of a cell phone and may not notice a bicyclist, or may have disobeyed a traffic law causing a collision with a bicyclist.
In some cases, bicycle manufacturers, or various parts manufacturers, may have been responsible for the bicycle accident. This may be the case if an expert identifies defective bicycle parts that do not meet industry standards. It’s also possible for a government agency to have been a cause of a bicycle accident, for instance, the government agency may have designed and implemented a defective road design, or failed to improve road conditions.
Our bicycle accident lawyers have years of experience handling bicycle accidents and knows how to help you obtain the compensation you deserve after your accident. Our exceptional client-oriented service assists you in building a successful case and gathering persuasive evidence for a favorable outcome.
Common Injuries Sustained in Bicycle Accidents
Many cyclists agree that one of the best parts of cycling is exposure to the outdoors. Unfortunately, this exposure to the elements can make riding a bike particularly dangerous. While cars have airbags and steel frames, bikes lack such safety features and protections. If a collision occurs, a bike accident victim may suffer several injuries, including:
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
Broken bones
Internal bleeding
Organ damage
Amputation or other loss of limb
Joint damage
Neck and back injuries
Chest injuries
Burn injuries
Road rash
Following a bicycle accident, it is essential to seek professional medical care as soon as possible. Many injuries that may not seem severe immediately after the accident could worsen over time without proper treatment. Additionally, many life-threatening injuries like TBIs are invisible to the naked eye. Getting checked out by a medical professional is crucial for your safety and the success of your claim.
Damages You May Be Eligible to Collect Through a Bike Accident Claim
Since bike accident injuries can be especially severe, many victims experience a long and challenging recovery period. The cost of extended hospital stays, medication, and therapy can leave victims financially debilitated on top of all of the pain they are enduring. At Benchmark Injury Law, our personal injury lawyer is committed to ensuring that you do not get stuck paying for injuries you did not cause. Some damages we may be able to help you recover include:
Past and future medical expenses
Loss of enjoyment of life
Pain and suffering
Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
Significant disability or disfigurement
Medical devices
Prescription medication
Rehabilitation
Property damage
Your lawyer will work with you to investigate every aspect of your case to determine which damages you may be eligible to collect. The skilled team at Benchmark Injury Law will work tirelessly to help ensure you are fairly compensated for your losses.
Contact an Expert Bicycle Accident Attorney Today
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident you should not have to fund your own recovery. The dedicated team of bicycle accident lawyers and case managers at Benchmark Injury Law will help you navigate the legal system and make the claims process as straightforward as possible. We pride ourselves on taking a personal and values-based approach to every case to ensure our client’s unique needs are met. To learn more about how we can help and schedule a free consultation, give us a call at 844-BIG-WINZ (844-244-9469) or complete our contact form today.
Frequently asked questions
What should I save after a bicycle crash?
Keep photos, witness details, medical records, and information about the vehicles involved. If possible, keep the bicycle and helmet as they were after the crash until their condition is documented.
Can insurance other than the driver’s policy be relevant?
Possibly. Depending on the people and policies involved, other coverage may need to be reviewed. The available coverage cannot be determined without examining the facts and policy terms.
What if I was not riding in a marked bike lane?
The location and circumstances may be relevant, but they do not alone determine fault. A careful review considers the evidence and the rules that apply to the specific situation.
What records should I organize for a bicycle crash matter?
Useful records may include photos, witness details, medical records, and the condition of the bicycle and helmet. Keep available documents in their original form when practical, and do not put your safety at risk to collect them.
Should I wait until I have every record before asking about a bicycle crash matter?
Not necessarily. Note which records you have, which are missing, and who may hold them. An initial review can identify additional information, but it is not legal advice for your specific situation.
Does one detail determine the outcome of a bicycle crash matter?
No. For example, the cyclist’s position on the road or whether a marked bike lane was present may matter, but its significance depends on all the evidence and applicable rules. An individual review should consider the full context.
What consequences may be relevant in a bicycle crash matter?
A review focuses on the legal questions and practical effects raised by the situation. Some civil matters may involve documented medical or financial effects; others turn on procedures or agreements. What is relevant depends on the facts and law.
Does every bicycle crash matter follow the same process?
No. The process may depend on the type of matter, jurisdiction, parties, and applicable documents. A case-specific review can clarify the relevant steps without assuming one procedure fits every situation.
Is there one deadline for every bicycle crash matter?
There is no single deadline that applies to every case. Timing may depend on the law, jurisdiction, parties, and type of claim; ask promptly about your specific circumstances.
Does contacting Benchmark create an attorney-client relationship for a bicycle crash matter?
No. An initial conversation does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship. Representation, scope, and fees must be expressly agreed before the firm accepts a matter.
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