They happen when a rider falls over handlebars and takes a hard hit to the shoulder. Healing takes about two months, and cyclists have to keep their arm still during this time.
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Broken Bones Bicycle Accident Lawyer
Broken bones from cycling need specialized care, both medical and legal. Our lawyers will ensure you get proper compensation for physical therapy, lost wages, and more.
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Meet Our Broken Bones Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Getting fair compensation for broken bones requires specialized legal expertise in personal injury and bicycle-related cases. With our assistance, you won’t have to worry about legal paperwork or communicating with insurance companies.
We’ll calculate the complete cost of your damages and advocate for solid compensation. Additionally, we’ll take care of everything from evidence collection to negotiations while you can concentrate on healing.
Insurance companies’ initial settlement offers are often lower than the actual value of your case, especially with broken bones where future complications may arise. Contact Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group first for a free initial consultation!
injures
What Are the Most Common Broken Bone Injuries in Bicycle Accidents?
Any bone fracture caused by another party’s negligence is typically eligible for compensation. Here are the types of fractures we see most often when helping injured cyclists:
Collarbone breaks
Wrist fractures
When someone falls, they instinctively extend their hands to soften the fall. Yet, this often leads to broken wrists. Wrist fractures often require surgery when the bones are misaligned or severely broken, followed by therapy to restore full hand function.
Arm breaks
These injuries can happen due to a fall or a collision with a vehicle. A broken arm complicates daily activities. Even getting dressed to work becomes a challenge.
Leg breaks
Whether caused by a vehicle collision or a bike landing on a leg, recovery varies based on severity, but in serious cases, it can take months to regain full mobility.
Hip fractures
These injuries are particularly serious and often result from a collision with a car. Recovery can be lengthy and also require surgery along with therapy to regain mobility.
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Causes
What Types of Bicycle Accidents Cause Broken Bone Traumas?
If you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, here are some common scenarios of how this can happen. If your situation is not listed, contact us to discuss your specific case.
- Dooring accidents occur when drivers open their car doors into a cyclist’s path without checking. These incidents can cause cyclists to collide with the door or swerve into traffic.
- Cross collisions happen when drivers turn without looking. Sudden turns leave cyclists no time to stop or swerve safely.
- Rear-end impacts involve distracted drivers hitting cyclists from behind.
- Intersection crashes occur when drivers disregard traffic rules. For example, they may run red lights or roll through stop signs.
- Sideswipe accidents take place when cars pass too closely or merge into bike lanes.
- Parking lot incidents. Drivers may back out without looking or drive too quickly through these areas. Parking lot collisions typically occur at lower speeds but can still result in significant injuries.
- Road hazards. Not all accidents involve vehicles. Hazards like potholes, construction debris, or unmarked road work can also lead to serious injuries.
Costs
Who Is Liable for a Bone Broken in a Cycling Accident?
Car drivers are generally held accountable when they break traffic rules or drive distracted. Residential and commercial property owners may be liable if hazardous conditions on their property, such as uneven surfaces or unmaintained sidewalks, contribute to a cyclist’s injury.
Local governments can be held responsible, too, particularly when poor road design, lack of maintenance, or misleading traffic signals lead to accidents.
Example of at-fault parties:
- Car driver
- Another cyclist
- Pedestrian
- Government
Other cyclists or pedestrians might also bear liability if their reckless actions create unsafe conditions on the road. What’s more, it’s possible for multiple parties to share liability for a single incident.
However, knowing who’s at fault is one thing. But proving it legally is another. This is where the assistance of experienced lawyers makes a crucial difference.
Recoverable Damages
What Damages Can Be Recovered in the Broken Bone Bicycle Accident?
Every fracture comes with medical expenses, lost work days, and a lengthy recovery process that affects both the cyclist’s life and finances. If someone else is responsible for your accident, they should cover all these costs, not only immediate medical treatment.
Medical Bills
Medical expenses include the care provided in emergency rooms, bone setting, surgical procedures, hospital stays, follow-up appointments, and even pain relief medications. It’s also important to consider ongoing physical rehabilitation and medical equipment such as crutches or braces.
Lost Wages
Broken bones often mean missed work. Whether you’re out for several weeks or months, you’re entitled to compensation. This covers your standard salary and lost bonuses, overtime, and benefits. Furthermore, if your injury impacts your ability to earn in the future or requires you to change your career, we also advocate for lost income.
Pain and Suffering
Pain and suffering can include sleepless nights, the frustration of needing assistance from others, and anxiety during the healing process. You may be unable to lift your children or play your favorite sport. Non-economic damages can be compensated in many cases, but the amount depends on the severity of the injury, its impact on daily life, and the applicable laws.
Property Damage
Our law firm will make sure you get fair compensation for everything that was damaged or destroyed. These may include your bike, helmet, phone, watch, or clothes. The compensation covers the repair or replacement of your bicycle and any personal items that were damaged in the crash.
Disfigurement
Some bone breaks leave lasting marks, like surgical scars, gain alterations, or permanent changes to your appearance. All these marks reflect the lasting impact of someone else’s negligence on your life and must be fully covered, too.
How it works
Why Should You Hire a Bicycle Accidents Lawyer for Your Case?
When you manage everything by yourself, there’s a chance to overlook critical details. Perhaps you’ll agree to the initial proposal from an insurance company without realizing you may require physical rehabilitation next year. And while you may claim your standard salary, you may not factor in any bonuses.
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Access Damages
Professional lawyers think steps ahead. They consider every loss from your accident and know how to document it. Attorneys take into account costs you might not think about, like taxi fees since you can’t ride a bicycle yet or expenses on house chores since you’re unable to do them yourself.
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Deal with Insurance Company
In addition, seasoned attorneys know that some insurance companies tend to underestimate the damage or shift blame onto cyclists. But these tactics don’t work against lawyers because they’ve handled similar cases.
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Simplify Process
Most importantly, with lawyers, you have peace of mind during recovery. You don’t have to deal with paperwork, phone calls, and insurance company pressure. You only focus on healing while your broken bones attorneys handle all the challenging aspects.
Settlements
Our Settlements
Our experienced attorneys work tirelessly to hold negligent parties accountable and ensure that victims receive the compensation they deserve for medical expenses.
Benefits
How to Choose a Lawyer
Not every lawyer specializes in bicycle accidents and broken bone cases. While you might discover a law firm specializing in personal injury cases, it’s advisable to choose professionals with a particular background in broken bone bicycle accidents.
Expertise in Cycling Accidents
First of all, look for a lawyer with a focus on bicycle accidents. They should understand the challenges cyclists face on the road and how insurance companies manage bike crash claims.
Knowledge of Bicycle Laws
The laws regarding bicycles and traffic regulations in your area all play a role in your situation. An attorney knowledgeable in this field will identify legal problems that others may overlook.
Years of Experience
Find someone who has handled many broken bone cases from bike accidents before. This indicates they’ve worked with similar medical evidence and will assess long-term recovery costs precisely.
Solid Track Record
But don’t just take their word for it. A good lawyer should have a history of winning fair settlements for injured riders.
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Without proper legal help, even obvious cases might not result in the most comprehensive compensation. We’re Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group, and we have expertise in cases involving broken bones. Don’t let anyone undermine your claim — let us build your case right from the start!
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If you’re a cyclist who has been in an accident, call today for a free initial consult about your legal claim. We’re here to help with your legal questions. Contact our law firm for coast-to-coast bike accident and personal injury representation.
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We will do our best to reach you out as soon as possible
For urgent queries please call
888-521-6377