If you suffered injuries in a bicycle accident, a lawyer serving Miramar with Ben Crump Law, PLLC may help you make a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Call us at (800) 761-5225 to determine if you qualify for financial recovery for your injuries and losses.
Rights of Bicyclists
Under Florida Statutes §316.2065, bicyclists have all the same rights and duties that drivers of vehicles have. This law means that bicyclists must follow all traffic laws and regulations but also reserve the legal right to share roadways with motorists. While bicyclists have rights, the simple failure of motorists to use precautions and recognize that they share the road with bicyclists leads to injuries or death.
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Causes of Bicycle Accidents
Some causes of accidents between bicycles and cars include the following:
- Failure to yield to a bicyclist.
- Dangerous road conditions.
- Opening a car door in traffic, causing a bicyclist to slam into it.
- Failing to notice a bicyclist while changing lanes (side swiping accident).
- Rear-ending a bicyclist after following too closely behind them.
- Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Drowsy driving.
- Speeding.
- Reckless or negligent driving.
Many accidents that involve bicycles directly result from negligent decisions or careless mistakes made by motorists who fail to pay attention to bicyclists on the road. Florida roads continue to see an increasing number of bicyclists, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau; therefore, both drivers and bicyclists must remain aware of their surroundings while on the road.
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Types of Injuries
Bicycle accidents involving motorists often result in either catastrophic injuries or the death of the bicyclist. Some typical injuries include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
- Concussions.
- Broken or fractured bones.
- Internal injuries to organs.
- Spinal cord injuries.
- Paralysis.
- Lacerations.
- Bruising.
- Sprains.
- Burns.
If you suffered injuries related to a bicycle accident, contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC at (800) 761-5225 to understand how you may be able to receive compensation for your losses.
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Providing Evidence in a Miramar Bicycle Accident
Always seek medical treatment immediately following a bicycle accident. You may not know the severity of your injuries due to adrenaline and stress following an accident with a motorist. Even if you believe that the accident was minor, you should always call 911 and seek immediate medical attention.
Seeking medical attention will protect not only your health but may also provide a solid foundation upon which to build a strong personal injury case if you decide to file a lawsuit later. If possible, you could request a copy of the official police report later to serve as evidence for your personal injury claim. Keep your helmet if possible, as this may also help investigators determine fault.
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Contacting the Driver’s Insurance Company
If you experienced a car accident as another motorist, Florida law would require you to report the accident to your insurance company. Since another motorist hit you while you were riding your bicycle, you may want to obtain the driver’s insurance information if possible. Never release all your medical records to an insurance company, though, and avoid cashing any initial check given to you by an insurance company as this may disqualify you from seeking compensation from them in the form of a personal injury lawsuit.
Assessing the Damage
Along with your physical injuries, pain and suffering, your bicycle may also have damage. Bicycles can cost thousands of dollars, and if you file a lawsuit, you may receive compensation for the damage to your bicycle as well. A lawyer may suggest a professional bike shop inspect your bicycle and provide a written report from an expert estimating the cost of repairing your bicycle. Your lawyer may help you to pursue compensation for your bicycle as well as your medical bills.
Wrongful Death
In tragic cases, a severe accident involving a motorist and a bicyclist causes the death of the bicyclist. When this occurs, the family members of the bicyclist may face significant financial challenges due to unexpected debts related to the death of their loved one in the accident. While no amount of money will bring your loved one back, compensation obtained from a personal injury lawsuit may extend to:
- Funeral expenses.
- Remaining medical bills.
- Lost wages.
- The loss of future wages.
- The loss of companionship.
- A child’s loss of guidance or support.
- Other emotional and financial costs.
These burdens often weigh heavily on a family, but if your loved one died due to someone else’s negligence, filing a wrongful death claim to hold the wrongdoer responsible may allow you to receive the compensation you deserve to repay these unexpected bills.
Contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC for Help with Your Bicycle Accident Case
If you or someone you love suffered injuries due to a bicycle accident in the state of Florida, you may have the right to receive compensation for your injuries. A bicycle accident lawyer serving Miramar with Ben Crump Law, PLLC may help you understand how you may be able to receive compensation for your injuries and help you build a strong personal injury case. Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC at (800) 761-5225 to begin your free case evaluation. We work on a contingency basis, so we only collect payment if we secure financial compensation in your favor.
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