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Dog Attack Bicycle Accident Lawyer
Injured by a dog attack while biking? Our bicycle accident lawyers are ready to help you pursue justice and compensation for the injuries and setbacks caused by this unexpected event.
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Meet our Team
Meet Our Dog Attack Bicycle Accident Lawyers
One moment, you’re enjoying your ride when suddenly, you’re faced with trauma, medical expenses, and complicated legal issues. Our team of experienced lawyers specializes in cases involving dog attacks. We understand the unique complexities these cases present, from determining liability to calculating damages for injuries, medical expenses, and emotional trauma.
With a deep commitment to protecting cyclists’ rights, our attorneys work tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve. When a dog aggression incident disrupts your life, trust our compassionate and skilled lawyers to provide the guidance and advocacy you need to recover and move forward.
Types
Types of Bicycle Accidents Caused by Dog Attacks
Based on cases we’ve handled, here are the most frequent bicycle accidents caused by dog attacks:
- Direct collisions. Most commonly, this happens on quiet streets when dogs escape from their yards or pull away from their owners. The impact of a dog hitting your bike almost always results in a fall.
- Swerve accidents. When you see a dog rushing towards you, you only have seconds to respond. Many cyclists instinctively swerve away. Even cautious riders might lose control during these urgent maneuvers.
- Chase incidents. When a dog runs after a cyclist, this causes panic and loss of control. These accidents are particularly dangerous, as they often end in high-speed crashes when the cyclist is focused on escaping rather than riding safely.
- Multi-dog encounters. With dogs approaching from various directions, there’s usually nowhere safe to turn. These situations often lead to the most severe crashes because you’re watching several dogs while keeping control of your bike.
Injures
What Are the Most Common Injuries Caused by the Dog Attack?
Dog attacks can cause serious harm to riders, often resulting in multiple types of injuries from a single incident. Let’s take a look at the main ones:
Impact injuries
The most immediate damage usually comes from falling to the ground. Broken collarbones are incredibly common, as are wrist fractures. Road rash can be unexpectedly severe, sometimes needing skin grafts and leaving permanent scars.
Head injuries
Even good helmets can’t prevent all head injuries in these crashes. Concussions happen frequently, and some cyclists experience headaches and dizziness for months afterward.
Wounds after a dog bite
Dogs usually target legs and ankles, sometimes catching riders while they’re still moving. Some cyclists require multiple surgeries to recover from muscle damage.
Emotional impact
The fear of dogs can stay much longer than physical injuries. Riders might feel nervous about riding again, especially past houses with dogs.
Who is responsible
Who's Legally Responsible After a Dog Attacks a Cyclist?
In most cases, the responsibility predominantly falls on the dog’s owner. For example, in Boston and across Massachusetts, dog owners are held liable for injuries their dog causes, according to MGL c. 140, § 155. This is true whether the dog bites the cyclist or just causes them to crash by running out or chasing.
Some dog owners try to blame riders for riding “too fast” or “too close” to their property. However, cyclists have the right to use public roads and paths. As long as cyclists adhere to traffic regulations, they’re unlikely to be deemed at fault solely for passing through.
Recoverable Damages
What Damages Could Be Recovered in the Bicycle Accident Caused by a Dog Attack?
The range of compensation in such cases isn’t just about fixing a broken bike or covering hospital bills. It encompasses all the aspects of how this situation has impacted a cyclist’s life. Here are the main types of damages that cyclists can claim after an incident.
Medical Bills
Many dog bite victims need continuous physical therapy, especially when it comes to shoulder and knee injuries. Some require multiple surgeries over time, particularly in cases of severe bite wounds or complex fractures. Even injuries that appear minor can require months of follow-up care.
Lost Wages
Being unable to work due to a bike accident can quickly impact your finances. Some accident victims may miss out on weeks of income while they recover. In serious situations, injuries necessitate a temporary change in career or reduce earning potential.
Pain and Suffering
The physical pain from injuries can be intense and last for a long time. Road rash can be painful for several weeks; broken bones take months to heal. But there’s also psychological distress—the anxiety about cycling past dogs, the stress of a lengthy recovery, the loss of enjoyment from a beloved activity.
Property Damage
Modern bicycles and cycling gear are expensive investments. A single crash can destroy a carbon frame, damage electronic parts, or rip through protective gear. Quality bikes often cost thousands of dollars to replace. Add in torn cycling clothes, cracked helmets, and broken accessories, and the total losses can increase rapidly.
Disfigurement
Certain injuries leave permanent marks. Severe road rash often results in scarring, while a dog bite can leave lasting visible damage. These permanent changes affect not just appearance but confidence in social interactions. They’re a constant reminder of what happened and should be taken seriously when discussing any settlement.
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 Bicycle-Dog Case
After understanding what happened, your legal rights, and potential compensation, your next important step is selecting the right legal partner. This choice will significantly impact both your peace of mind during recovery and the results of your case. Let’s look at what actually matters when hiring a lawyer for your case.
Specializing of Cycling Cases
Choose lawyers specializing in bike cases, not just personal injury; they understand cyclists’ challenges and build stronger cases for riders.
Knowledge of Bicycle Laws
Your lawyer should know cycling-specific traffic laws and local ordinances and how they affect your case.
Extensive Case Experience
A lawyer experienced in dog-bicycle cases anticipates complications, knows essential evidence, and counters typical insurance tactics effectively.
Successful Cycling Case History
Examine their history with cases similar to yours. Strong results in bicycle-dog cases show they can secure fair compensation for you.
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Being attacked by a dog while cycling can change everything suddenly. While you focus on recovery, let’s discuss how to protect your rights and receive fair compensation. Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group has expertise in bicycle laws and extensive experience in bicycle-dog cases.
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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