Bicycle Accidents Injury Lawyer
In the Tampa, Ocala, Key West and Orlando areas, the most common type of injury or fatal bicycle accident involves crashes with single vehicles. Cars are the most common vehicles involved in bicycle injury accidents, but buses and large trucks are also dangerous to bicyclists. In many cases, the vehicle’s driver is at fault for the vehicle accident and is liable for financial damages related to the injury.
Bicyclists share the road with motor vehicles but have minimal protection in the event of a collision with a car, truck, or bus. While wearing a helmet can mitigate the risk of head injury to some extent, the remainder of the body remains largely vulnerable to the forces of impact. In the aftermath of a bike accident, cyclists frequently sustain a myriad of injuries, including but not limited to fractured bones, spinal cord injuries, lacerations, crushing injuries, and contusions. Despite the prevalence of helmet usage among bicyclists, head and brain injuries persist as common occurrences, particularly in collisions involving larger vehicles. The sheer mass and momentum of cars, trucks, and buses can exert significant force upon impact, resulting in catastrophic consequences for cyclists, even those taking precautions by wearing protective headgear.
Types of Injury Bike Accidents
Bicycle crashes involving other vehicles present a unique set of circumstances and risks that distinguish them from accidents solely involving motor vehicles. Unlike typical car collisions, bicycle accidents can transpire virtually anywhere, and the vehicle need not even be in motion to endanger a bicyclist. One notable example is the peril posed by car doors, which frequently result in injury accidents for bicyclists. A driver may inadvertently open their car door into the path of an oncoming cyclist, causing serious harm or even fatalities. Beyond door-related incidents, various other types of bicycle injury accidents are prevalent, including:
- Hit-and-Run Accidents: Instances where a motor vehicle collides with a cyclist, and the driver flees the scene, leaving the injured bicyclist without immediate assistance or recourse.
- Side-Swipe Collisions: Particularly common when sharing the road with large trucks, these accidents occur when a vehicle fails to provide adequate clearance while passing a cyclist, resulting in a collision or loss of control for the bicyclist.
- Front-End Collisions: Most frequently involving passenger vehicles, front-end collisions occur when a vehicle collides with the front of a bicycle, often at intersections or during sudden stops, leading to severe injuries for the cyclist.
- Left Turn Into Bicyclist at Intersection: Accidents where a vehicle making a left turn fails to yield to an oncoming bicyclist, resulting in a collision at intersections or mid-block crossings.
Regardless of the specific circumstances surrounding a bicycle injury accident, when the driver of a motor vehicle is found at fault, it is imperative that the injured bicyclist receive just compensation for their injuries and losses. The physical, emotional and financial toll of such accidents can be devastating, often requiring extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and time off work to recover fully.
Seek Legal Recourse for Your Bicycle Accident Injuries
Seeking legal recourse through a qualified bicycle injury accident lawyer is essential to safeguarding the rights and interests of injured bicyclists. A knowledgeable attorney can navigate the complexities of personal injury law, investigate the circumstances of the accident, and pursue compensation on behalf of the injured party. By holding negligent drivers accountable for their actions, injured bicyclists can secure the financial resources needed to cover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages incurred as a result of the accident.
If you have been seriously injured in a crash while riding your bike, contact our team at Ligori & Ligori Attorneys at Law today. We can analyze your options during a free consultation.