Whether you ride your bicycle for pleasure or as a primary method of transportation, you shouldn’t have to worry about being seriously injured on the road. Unfortunately, bicyclists face many risks when they ride near cars, trucks, and SUVs.
Drivers aren’t always attentive or accommodating to bicyclists, and this results in countless cyclists being seriously injured or even killed in collisions with motor vehicles every year. At Xcelerator Injury Lawyers, we know that bicyclists have rights on roads throughout the U.S., and we work hard to protect them.
If you were injured by a negligent driver while riding your bike in the Pacific Northwest, Southwest, Southeast, and East Coast, you deserve maximum compensation for your damages. Contact us today for a free consultation—we have the experience and aggressive approach you need during this difficult time.
What Are Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents?
Bicycle accidents can occur for various reasons—often due to the negligence or recklessness of other drivers. These causes include:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk or impaired driving
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Speeding
- Unsafe lane changes
- Dooring incidents (drivers opening doors in the path of cyclists)
- And more
Unfortunately, even the most attentive and focused cyclists can be seriously injured. That’s because cars can travel much faster than bicycles, and all it takes is a moment of distraction or turn without looking to cause a devastating accident for a cyclist.
What Are Common Bicycle Accident Injuries?
Bicyclists can suffer many types of injuries during crashes. Some of the most common injuries include:
- Head Injuries: These can range from concussions to severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), even if the cyclist is wearing a helmet.
- Spinal Cord Injuries: Injuries to the spinal cord can lead to partial or complete paralysis.
- Broken Bones: Fractures are common in the arms, legs, ribs, and collarbone due to the impact and the cyclist being thrown from the bike.
- Internal Injuries: Damage to internal organs can occur due to the force of the collision.
- Lacerations and Abrasions: Cuts and scrapes, also known as road rash, are common when cyclists slide across the pavement.
- Facial Injuries: Injuries to the face, including broken noses, fractured jaws, and dental injuries, are common in bicycle accidents.
- Neck and Back Injuries: Whiplash and other soft tissue injuries can result from the sudden impact.
- Knee and Leg Injuries: Torn ligaments, muscle damage, and fractures are common in the lower extremities.
- Shoulder Injuries: Dislocations and fractures can occur, especially if the cyclist tries to break their fall with their arms.
- Psychological Trauma: The emotional impact of an accident can lead to anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Let Us Build Your Bicycle Accident Claim
Like motorcyclists, bicyclists often face bias and unfair treatment after crashes involving other vehicles. Police officers, other drivers, and insurance companies all may view bicyclists as being at fault for crashes because they were unable to keep up with the flow of traffic, were riding in an area they weren’t supposed to, or were in the way of a motorist.
At Xcelerator Injury Lawyers, we work hard to protect bicyclists’ rights whether it’s at the negotiation table or in the courtroom. Don’t pay out of pocket for a bicycle accident that wasn’t your fault, and don’t let your rights as a bicyclist get trampled on.
We help injured victims across the Pacific Northwest, Southwest, Southeast, and East Coast receive full compensation for their damages. Contact us today for a free consultation, and remember, our No Fee Guarantee® means you owe us nothing unless we get money for you.
