Riding a bicycle is an exciting and relatively safe activity. When the weather is favorable, you and your family may enjoy riding your bicycles together, or perhaps you enjoy riding your bicycle to and from work or school as a way to save on gas. Either way, although you are having fun riding, you are putting yourself at risk for a bicycle accident when you share the road with negligent and careless motor vehicle operators.
Bicycle accidents can occur a number of ways, including:
- When a car hits a bicyclist riding on the side of the road
- When a car hits a bicyclist in a driveway or parking lot
- When a car hits a bicyclist riding across the street
Although most cyclists take safety measures to avoid catastrophic and fatal injuries in the event that an accident occurs (such as wearing a helmet and other safety gear), accidents can happen and serious injuries often occur. Rarely is the driver of the car injured in a bicycle accident – it is almost always the bicyclist who receives the worst of the injuries.
Injuries sustained from a bicycle accident often include:
- Head injuries (both open and closed)
- Road rash
- Cuts and bruises
- Broken bones/fractures
- Limb amputations
- Wrongful death
Don’t let justice go unserved for negligent motorists who are at fault for the injuries inflicted upon you or a loved one as a result of a bicycle accident. Grogan & Souto, P.C. are available to support you and will help you build a case that allows you to receive the financial compensation you and your family deserve. Call us today. (845) 294-6155