Huron Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Huron Bike Accident Injury Attorneys
Bicycle accidents involving motor vehicles have been on the rise in recent years, especially as the number of cyclists on the road has increased. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recorded 630 bicyclist fatalities on U.S. roadways in 2009. That same year, the California Highway Patrol recorded 109 bicyclist fatalities and 11,993 injuries.
If you have been a victim in a serious bicycle accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the negligent party who caused your accident. A professional Huron bicycle accident lawyer can help you understand your rights and determine your eligibility to pursue a personal injury suit.
Huron Bicycle Accident Injuries
A bicycle accident can be traumatic and life altering. Especially because of the fact that cyclists are so completely vulnerable to the dangers of the road, in the event of a collision with a motor vehicle, bicyclists often sustain severe injuries or are even killed. While helmets do protect the skull and can significantly lower the risks of a brain injury, bicycling accidents still cause hundreds of brain and spinal cord injuries each year. Some of the other types of injuries common in serious bicycle accidents include:
- Fractures/multiple broken bones
- Blunt force trauma wounds
- Laceration/puncture wounds
- Internal organ injury
- Nerve damage
- Severe burns
- Wrongful death.
California Bicycle Laws
Cyclists and drivers alike must act responsibly on the road and respect each other’s right of way. While cyclists are encouraged to stay inside the bike lane, when there is an obstruction, or there is no lane available, cyclists can rightfully share the road with other drivers as long as they are not impeding traffic. In addition, while helmets are not legally required, they are strongly recommended and have been found to reduce risk of head injury by up to 85 percent. Most bicycle accidents occur because drivers failed to recognize the bicyclist on the road, and impact them while turning or changing lanes.
Your Rightful Compensation
A bicycle accident can incur thousands of dollars in damages, from expensive medical treatments, lost wages, and even permanent disability. A serious injury is physically, emotionally, and even financially stressful, and while a monetary compensation cannot undo your serious injuries, it can provide the means for you to seek the medical experts, physical therapists, and weeks of time off work to promote your optimal recovery. In many high damage cases, it is difficult to recover the full compensation you are entitled to without professional assistance.
Consult a Lawyer Today
In the interests of preserving crucial evidence and ensuring your attorney investigates your case before the statute of limitations of your case expires, it is important to consult an experienced Huron bicycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. The Fresno accident attorneys at Estey Bomberger, are fully committed to recovering the maximum compensation on behalf of every client, regardless of how long it takes or the amount of resources necessary to prepare your case for trial. Please, schedule a free consultation today where an experienced bicycle accident lawyer assess your case.