Bicycle Accidents

In accidents between bicycles and automobiles and trucks, bicycles almost always lose the battle. Additionally, the consequences to the bicyclists are often much more severe than those caused in a typical road wreck. Two automobiles can bump each other, and it is not unusual for either driver or their passengers to be injured. A cyclist bumped by a vehicle, however, can be severely injured or killed depending on the circumstances. The types of severe injuries often caused by bicycle accidents include broken bones, spinal cord injuries, head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, internal organ injuries, severe skin injuries, temporary and permanent disabilities, as well as others.

In the United States in 2003, more than 600 bicyclists were killed in crashes with motor vehicles. Tens of thousands more were injured, oftentimes seriously. In 2009, we can expect those numbers to be much greater. If you or a family member are a victim of a negligent driver and suffered injuries while riding a bicycle, the attorneys in our firm can help you recover damages for those injuries. Partner Victor Faenza is an avid cyclist and has a unique perspective and expertise in handling these types of cases. Victor understands all the ways these accidents occur, which can include:

  • A vehicle failing to yield at an intersection
  • A vehicle turning directly in front of a cyclist
  • A vehicle sideswiping a cyclist
  • A vehicle forcing a cyclist off the roadway
  • A vehicle pulling out from a parking space, driveway, etc.
  • A vehicle running a red light or stop sign
  • A vehicle pulling out from a stop sign without properly looking
  • A drunk driver doing any of the above

There are, of course, many other ways drivers of vehicles can negligently cause a crash with an innocent cyclist. Bicycle crashes can also be caused by unleashed dogs chasing a cyclist and causing a crash. Additionally, individuals can create hazards on the roadway causing such crashes.

If you have been injured or if a family member has been injured or killed in a tragic bicycle accident, please contact us and speak to Victor or the other attorneys in our office discuss the matter with you. The consultation is free, and we would welcome the opportunity to help you with your claims.