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Meet Our Distracted Driving Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Cases of distracted driving involve comprehensive investigation and specialized skills to demonstrate that a driver was inattentive. Thanks to years of experience, Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group knows how to document and prove that a glance at a phone has ended up causing an accident.
We analyze surveillance footage, witness statements, and even the driver’s social media activity to reconstruct what happened before a crash and show exactly how a driver’s distraction caused your traumas.
Our team will make sure you’re covered for long-term recovery, lost work time, and everything else this accident has cost you.
What is
What Is a Distracted Driving Bicycle Accident?
Such an accident happens when a driver’s focus shifts away from the road. Such accidents can take place in bike lanes when they veer into them. They also often occur on quiet streets, where drivers think it’s safe to take their eyes off the road.
Here are some statistics from 2022 about these accidents in the United States:
- The cost of distracted driving was 3,308 lives lost.
- Of all fatal crashes, 5% of drivers were distracted.
- The average driver spends one minute, or 38 seconds per hour, focused on their phone instead of the road.
Regulations about using phones while driving change from state to state. The number of states bans all handheld phone usage, while others just restrict it in certain locations, such as school crossing areas, or by the driver’s age. Since these laws vary so much, you need a lawyer who knows your state’s exact rules to build a strong case.
Types
Common Types of Bicycle Accidents Caused by Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a major contributor to bicycle accidents, often leading to severe injuries. When drivers fail to focus on the road, cyclists are especially at risk.
Types of distracted driving accidents
- Rear-End collisions. Distracted drivers may fail to see a cyclist ahead, resulting in rear-end crashes.
- Side-Swipe accidents. Drifting into bike lanes while texting or adjusting controls causes dangerous side-swipes.
- Intersection accidents. Drivers distracted by conversations or GPS may overlook cyclists at intersections.
Legal action can hold distracted drivers accountable and ensure fair compensation for injured cyclists. A skilled lawyer can uncover the causes and protect victims’ rights.
Injures
The Most Common Injuries from Distracted Driving
Unlike passengers in vehicles, who are protected by metal frames and airbags, cyclists face the full force of collisions. There is often no time to prepare or evade the impact because the driver is distracted until it’s too late.
Here’s a list of the serious injuries people can cause while driving distracted:
Head trauma
The sudden collision can cause both mild concussions and severe brain injury, even if a rider was wearing a helmet. Brain injuries often need long-term care and can affect memory, concentration, and, thus, everyday life.
Broken bones
Commonly broken bones include legs, arms, ribs, and collarbones. The impact or fall often results in multiple fractures.
Spinal injuries
This type ranges from herniated discs to paralysis and often requires serious medical treatment and extensive rehabilitation.
Internal injuries
A crash can harm organs and lead to internal bleeding. These traumas often aren’t obvious right away, but they have a life-threatening risk if not treated quickly.
Liability
Who Is Liable for a Distracted Driving Bicycle Accident?
While distracted drivers are often to blame for accidents, they’re not always the only ones at fault, especially in cases of bicycle fatalities or pedestrian accident cases. Factors like confusing lane markers, misleading road signs, or vehicles straying in the opposite direction can point to shared liability by government agencies or construction companies.
At-Fault Parties in Distracted Driving Accidents:
- Motor Vehicle Drivers
- Another cyclists
- Government
- Construction companies
Skilled personal injury lawyers know how to uncover all contributing factors. They work to ensure that those responsible—whether it’s for bicycle fatalities caused by distracted driving or unsafe road conditions—are held accountable, securing the comprehensive compensation you deserve.
Recoverable Damages
What Damages Can Be Recovered in the Bicycle Accident Caused by Distracted Driving?
When someone decides to check their phone or take a snack while driving, injuring others, they should be responsible for unsafe behaviors on the roads. Here’s what you or your loved one can expect to get back when a distracted driver causes an accident that affects you.
Medical Bills
Emergency room visits, surgeries, hospital stays, and medications add up fast. And don’t overlook ongoing care like physical therapy, follow-up check-ups, and any future treatments you might need. Even something as basic as getting to your doctor’s appointment costs money. The driver who chose distraction over safety must pay for all of it.
Lost Wages
You don’t have to lose money because someone wasn’t watching their way. We’ll help you claim every single dollar you’ve missed out on, like your normal paycheck, any extra shifts you couldn’t take, sales bonuses, and benefits from work.
Pain and Suffering
Some costs don’t come with receipts. The pain of your injuries, the nights without sleep, and the stress about recovery all deserve to be compensated. Maybe you temporarily can’t ride your bike and do other things you love. These changes to your life matter, and they should be included in your compensation.
Property Damage
If your bicycle and phone are damaged or broken, they need to be repaired or replaced. High-quality bikes and cycling equipment can be extremely expensive, and you shouldn’t bear the cost of replacing what someone else has damaged.
Disfigurement
Certain injuries don’t completely recover. Legs may still hurt when there’s rain, and scars may make a rider feel uncomfortable in public. Distracted drivers are responsible for these lasting changes, too.
How it works
How Can a Bicycle Accident Attorney Help You?
When a distracted driver hits you, dealing with insurance companies should be the last thing on your mind. You need to focus your efforts on healing, not fight for compensation. Here’s how a skilled lawyer protects your interests:
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Handles insurance company tactics
In fact, insurance adjusters may try to blame you for the crash to minimize the payment. Experienced lawyers know their tricks and how to respond to them.
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Document all your losses
Lawyers think beyond obvious costs like medical bills and also consider lost work opportunities, damaged gear, and even canceled plans. They make sure nothing gets overlooked in your claim.
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Works with medical experts
Your bicycle accident attorney gets expert opinions about future complications, long-term care needs, and how your traumas might affect your life in the future. This helps prove the actual cost of your recovery.
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Negotiates a fair payment
Knowing what your case is worth is crucial. Lawyers use their experience with similar cases to demand proper compensation. They know when to negotiate, when to stand firm, and when an offer is truly fair.
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 for a Distracted Driving Case?
While many lawyers handle car accidents, proving driver distraction takes special experience, especially when it comes to cases that involve bicyclists. Here’s what to look for when searching for reliable attorneys.
Focus on Bike Accidents
Look for lawyers who focus on bike crashes rather than merely general vehicle accidents. They understand what bicyclists face on the road and know exactly how to approach a specific scenario.
Knowledge of Cycling Laws
Bike laws can make or break your case. This knowledge helps prove a driver’s failure.
Experience with Similar Cases
Hire a lawyer who can gather evidence, consult experts, and prove driver inattention effectively in relevant cases.
Tangible Results for Cyclists
Ask for past case examples to see how the lawyer helped injured cyclists secure fair compensation in similar situations.
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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