Bicycle Collision Lawyer Orange County

Bicycling is one of the most popular recreational activities in the United States. Over 500,000 bicyclists are treated for injuries every year. Bicycle riders under the age of 16 are required to wear a safety helmet. Wearing a helmet can save your life.

Bicyclists are defined as vehicles under the law and arguably must follow all the rules of the road; they have the same rights and duties of drivers of motor vehicles. However, riding a bicycle is not the same as driving a car, since road conditions vary for bicyclists such as avoiding parked cars, construction sites, debris on the roadway, and obstacles. Bicyclists should be aware of traffic conditions where the bicyclist is required to ride. Oftentimes, where to ride is in conflict with the traffic and motor vehicles. Knowing and obeying the law can help a bicyclist avoid accidents.

A bicyclist who is injured has the right to collect from the negligent motorist their medical expenses, future medical expenses, loss of earnings, loss of earning capacity, and pain and suffering damages. They are also entitled to collect for the damage to their bicycle.

A negligent motorist’s automobile insurance policy usually will cover these damages. If the negligent motorist does not have insurance, your automobile insurance may cover your claim. Should an injury occur, an attorney should be consulted to determine the appropriate coverage.

Overall, less than half of all bicycle accidents are the fault of the motorist. A common error that bicyclists make is not to report the accident to the police. Police reports are important to preserve the identity of all parties involved in the incident, identity of witnesses, diagrams of the scene, and other road conditions. Bicyclists statistically lose more than they win, especially if they do not have legal counsel. You should consult an attorney who specializes in bicycle law and accident reconstruction. We can help.

If you are interested in researching other sites regarding bicyclists’ rights please try bicycle safety, riding rules, laws pertaining to bicyclists, and cycling law. Do not hesitate to contact these sources or feel free to contact us at 1-888-752-7474 or Contact Us Online if you have been injured while on your bicycle.