Recover Compensation After A Bicycle Accident With A Personal Injury Lawyer
Michael Babboni
Personal Injury
Riding a bicycle from place to place offers a host of benefits. For one, the activity is great for helping people get in a little exercise. After all, folks spend hours on end with their rears parked at the office or in front of the TV. Also, the endeavor is good for the environment. By not driving cars everywhere, folks are sending fewer pollutants into the atmosphere. In turn, they are doing their part to curb global warming.Additionally, using a bicycle to get from point A to point B can save a person money. They don't need fuel or insurance to travel. Rather, all that is required is a bike and some effort. The list of pros can go on and on and on, so we are going to stop right there and move forward. Not everything about being a bicyclist is sunshine and rainbows.
Florida riders must share the roadways with motorists and vice versa. While this aspect may not seem like a big deal to everyone, it can turn into a major ordeal. A leisurely bike ride could become a nightmare in the blink of an eye. Sometimes, drivers are negligent, which can lead to accidents. Types of negligence include but are not limited to...
• Failing To Yield The Right Of Way
• Speeding
• Distracted Driving
• Operating A Motor Vehicle Under The Influence Of Drugs/Alcohol
These Incidents Leave Bicyclists With Injuries
Auto/bicycle accidents are brutal to bike riders. Helmets and clothing only offer so much protection. Many times, bicyclists are killed in the episodes. On other occasions, they sustain severe and lasting injuries, which this post is going to focus on. No two accidents are the same. Therefore, wounds will vary case by case. Still, though, some of the more common damages associated with these crashes are...
• Fractures And Broken Bones
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Internal Bleeding And Organ Damage
• Partial/Full Paralysis
• Loss Of Limbs
Florida Bicycle/Car Accident Stats
Many people do not believe that these events happen very frequently, but the truth of the matter is that they occur more often than one might think, including right here in the Sunshine State. Research from Florida's Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles states that there were 6,675 of the wrecks in 2017 alone. In those episodes, 128 fatalities and 6,263 injuries were the outcomes. Hence, motorists and bicyclists need to remain aware of their surroundings to avoid mistakes and prevent accidents.
Think About Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney
If you have sustained damages in a bicycle/auto crash, it may be in your best interest to hire a lawyer. Why? Well, if the incident was no fault of your own, you might be entitled to compensation. However, insurance companies don't always like to play fair. Instead, they offer low-ball settlements, drag their feet when it comes to paying out, and even attempt to evade paying out altogether. Putting a proven and reputable firm in your corner shows the agency that you mean business.
Our team is prepared to fight on your behalf and recover the compensation that you deserve. We will collect witness testimonies, obtain the police report, gather security camera footage, and more to build the strongest case possible.
The settlement amount is determined by things such as the severity of the injury, current/future medical expenses, and lost wages. Not to mention, punitive damages, along with pain and suffering, can be factors as well. So, don't become stuck between a rock and a hard place paying to recover from injuries that you didn't cause. Give us a call and get top-notch representation today.