Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Accidents

Cyclists are considered among the most vulnerable travelers on the road. They have a higher risk of injury than those within a car because they have minimal protection against larger vehicles. Bicycles are vehicles and cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers to be on the road and to obey traffic laws. While cyclists need to stop at stop signs, signal when they turn, ride safely and alertly, be visible and protected, and ride with traffic, motorists need to respect their right to be on the road. Motorists need to give bicycles enough clearance room, watch for them, and maintain a safe distance from them.

When motorists do not treat bicycles with the respect they’re owed or if they are distracted or driving unsafely, they can cause bicycle accidents. Getting hit by a car is among the most common causes of injury in bicycle crashes, and the injuries resulting from such accidents can be significant. Cars travel with more speed, force, and weight than bicycles, so when they hit a cyclist through their negligent or careless behavior, this can cause injuries such as bone fractures, scarring, head trauma, spinal cord injuries, internal injuries, and more. Hard injury claims like this are both expensive and complex, which is where hiring a bicycle accident attorney to represent your cause is extremely beneficial. 

If you’ve been victim to a bicycle accident, and you are able to walk and talk, you should call the police and gather evidence. You will need the driver’s information, and see if there are any witnesses willing to give theirs. Pictures and videos of the scene and your injuries greatly help your case. Regardless of whether or not you think you’ve been injured, you should still see a medical professional. Sometimes, adrenaline can cover up the true extent of our injuries, and they may not manifest right away. You shouldn’t get your bike or helmet repaired until after you have talked to one of the expert lawyers at LeBaron & Jensen, as these can be valuable to arguing your claim, and help ensure that you receive full compensation for the losses you’ve suffered.