BICYCLING ACCIDENTS

Thorough and compelling casework: We take great pride in our ability to identify and evaluate the critical issues at stake in serious bicycling accidents. We are equally skilled in using proven techniques to present our clients' cases to a jury. From the utilization of forensic experts to cutting edge computer technology, our clients' cases are presented in an efficient and compelling manner.

Help navigating medical care: We also are very experienced in managing the health care needs of our injured clients. Bicyclists are usually covered by the medical coverage of the driver who causes the accident, but that usually is not enough coverage for serious injuries. Auto insurance medical coverage, private health coverage, and government health benefits are all bureaucracies not very concerned with the needs of the injured person. We help make sure bills are paid and the injured person has proper access to health care.

A fair settlement for future suffering: When medical treatment is concluded and we know what the future likely holds for our client in terms of pain, functional loss, earning capacity, and medical care, we then help negotiate a fair and reasonable settlement of the claim. If the insurance company is unreasonable, we are experienced trial lawyers and will take the case to trial, if necessary. However, most cases will settle because the insurance company understands we have the resources and experience to win at trial.

When should you file?
Like other claims, there are time limits for filing lawsuits. For most bicycle/car accidents, the time limit is three years from the date of the collision. However, if this is a serious accident, a liability investigation should occur as soon as possible. The rules of the road protect bicyclists, but in these cases, early investigation is often critical to the ability to obtain a fair settlement later on. Insurance companies will look hard for evidence that the bicycle rider caused or contributed to the accident. Our lawyers know how to manage these investigations to ensure that they are done properly and thoroughly.

Your SGB attorney will begin building a case from day one so that when the time comes, you will have the best opportunity for a fast and fair settlement.

• $840,000 settlement for bicyclist struck by car, resulting in severe facial injuries requiring multiple plastic surgeries.
   
• $280,000 settlement for bicyclist struck by car resulting in loss of sense of smell and other injuries.