What to Do After Being Involved in a Bicycle Accident
Cyclists have the right to use our roads just like any other road users, and in most cities and states, have a designated slip of road that they can ride on called a bicycle lane which keeps them safe from traffic. That said, drivers are required to use due care when sharing roads with bikers not just because it is legal, but due to the fact that it is also the right thing to do on account of the fact that outside a helmet and knee and elbow pads, bikers have pretty much zero protection from the asphalt and other vehicles in the case where an accident happens.
Bikers are also entitled to justice and compensation should they get injured on the road. It is important to understand as an injured biker that the law is on your side as it lets you file a lawsuit, but the important thing here is to find an attorney who will help and protect your right to sue and not just trust the word of the insurance company adjuster.
Bicycle accidents are more often than not catastrophic and may involve things like broken bones, spinal cord injury, and even traumatic brain injury for individuals who were not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. If you were injured by a driver on the road as a biker, you are entitled to substantial financial compensation, and we’re here to help with that.
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Are you looking for a bicycle accident attorney? Please call us NOW to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced bike accident lawyers have over 90 YEARS of combined legal experience, and it would be an honor to put our experience to work on your claim so we can get you the damages you are entitled to. One of our defining features that you will never find in other law firms is the fact that we are not afraid to litigate.
One thing that most individuals aren’t aware of coming into this process is that the majority of lawsuits are handled outside the courtroom via insurance company negotiations. While this may seem like a great idea, the plaintiffs are often cheated out of large sums of money by the insurance company, while in litigation, you are more likely to recover maximum compensation as long as the Judge or jury feels that your case is compelling and has merit.
In addition to having a bilingual staff (hablamos Español), we take on all cases on contingency fee basis, and what this means is that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES during the entire duration of the claim. We serve a countrywide injured clientele, so regardless of where you are, we can help – call us NOW; the consultation is 100% FREE!
What To Do After a Bike Accident?
Here are some of the immediate things you must do after your bike accident:
- Call 911 or ask a bystander to do the same. Time is of the essence.
- Take photos and video of the accident scene or ask someone to do the same
- Do not speak with anyone claiming to be from the insurance company before speaking with us.
- Make sure to go to the ER even if you feel fine
- Take the information of the other driver
- Be careful not to speak too much or apologize to the other driver as this may seem as if you are admitting fault over the accident.
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Last, but not least, reach out to us NOW so we can help you get compensated by getting you started on the process. The call is 100% FREE, and there’s absolutely no legal obligation. Thanks, and we look forward to helping you.