I Was Hit by a Reckless Motorist While Riding My Bicycle

 Posted on November 16, 2022 in Car Accident

If history has taught us anything, it is that severe injuries can befall us at any time. Since Texas has year-round sunshine, bike riding is an excellent activity for Texans. In addition, Texas has many hundreds of miles of bike trails, perfect for cyclists to enjoy the outdoors in relative safety. But what about in cities, where bike riders share the road with cars?

Unfortunately, Bicycle injuries are all too common. Even when wearing a helmet, cyclists have little defense against the size and speed of a car. As a result, bikers often face serious injuries when hit by a vehicle, ranging from minor injuries to catastrophic injuries to fatal injuries. You may be entitled to compensation if you have been struck by a car while riding your bike. Consult with an experienced attorney who can inform you of your rights and pursue the compensation to which you may be entitled.

Careless Driver Behaviors That Increase Chance of Cyclist Injuries

According to the CDC, there are over 130,000 bicyclists injured every year in the United States. After you hire an attorney, your attorney and the insurance company will evaluate the case and work to prove the other party is liable for the crashyou’re your injuries. A driver can be liable for negligently harming a cyclist in several ways including:

• Driving while distracted, such as using their cell phone while driving
• Driving while intoxicated with drugs or alcohol
• Driving too fast
• Driving while fatigued
• Failing to slow their car down in a right-of-way situation
• Running a red light or stop sign
• Illegally merging lanes
• Aggressive driving
• Opening their door recklessly and injuring a cyclist

Compensation You Can Pursue Bicycle Accident Claims

If you were hit and injured by a negligent driver, there are several damages for which you may be compensated, including:

• Medical expenses, including ambulance fees, hospital bills, surgeries, physical therapy, and medication costs.
• Lost wages and future income if your injuries caused you to be unable to work.
• Pain and suffering caused by accident, depending on the circumstances, can be substantial, particularly if you are burdened by long-term pain or disability from the accident.

Consult a Collin County Bicyclist Accident Attorney

If you have been injured in a bicyclist accident, the insurance company will likely do everything possible to downplay the incident and your injuries to pay less in the settlement. However, the aggressive McKinney bicycle accident lawyers with Burress Injury Law will fight to ensure your rights are protected and that a positive outcome is pursued in your case. Call us at 214-726-0016 for a free consultation.

Source:

https://www.cdc.gov/transportationsafety/bicycle/index.html