Hit by a vehicle while cycling in Fort Worth? Work with an attorney who knows bicycle injury claims and understands cycling firsthand.
Whether you were riding near downtown Fort Worth, traveling through a neighborhood street, or connecting to the Trinity Trails, a collision can change your life in seconds.
Medical treatment, missed work, insurance questions, and damage to an expensive bicycle can make recovery even more difficult.
Cyclist at Law represents injured cyclists throughout Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and North Texas.
Attorney Bill Shirer is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has more than 40 years of trial experience, has ridden over 100,000 miles, and focuses his practice exclusively on representing cyclists.
Bill personally handles his clients' injury claims, insurance negotiations, and related bicycle damage claims.
Free consultation. No attorney fee on bodily injury claims unless there is a recovery.
Call 972-843-7784 to discuss your Fort Worth bicycle accident.
What Does a Fort Worth Bicycle Accident Lawyer Do?
A bicycle accident lawyer investigates how the crash happened, identifies potentially responsible parties, reviews insurance coverage, documents injuries and financial losses, negotiates with insurers, and pursues litigation when appropriate.
For cyclists, the investigation may also involve road positioning, bicycle components, cycling computer data, helmet damage, and the physical and psychological effects of being unable to ride.
At Cyclist at Law, Bill Shirer handles these issues personally, helping clients understand their options while they focus on medical recovery.
Fort Worth Bicycle Accident Situations We Investigate
Fort Worth has busy commercial streets, residential routes, and an extensive network of recreational trails. The evidence needed to prove a claim depends on the location and circumstances of the collision.
Intersection and Failure-to-Yield Crashes
A driver may fail to yield when turning across a cyclist's path, entering an intersection, or pulling out of a driveway.
In areas such as downtown Fort Worth, West 7th Street, and the University Drive corridor, the details of signals, turning movements, traffic flow, and sightlines can matter.
These are examples of local roadway environments, not a ranking of the city's most dangerous locations.
Unsafe Passing and Sideswipe Collisions
When a motorist passes too closely, a cyclist may have little room to avoid a collision.
These claims may involve vehicle position, lane width, traffic speed, road markings, and whether the cyclist was legally using the lane.
Texas law recognizes circumstances in which cyclists may ride away from the right edge of the roadway, including when a lane is too narrow for safe side-by-side travel.
Dooring and Parked-Vehicle Collisions
An opening vehicle door or a car pulling away from the curb can create an immediate hazard.
Evidence such as photographs, nearby video, the position of parked vehicles, and the point of impact may help establish what occurred.
Crashes Involving Uninsured or Hit-and-Run Drivers
When a driver flees or lacks sufficient insurance, the cyclist's own auto insurance may provide another potential source of recovery.
Available coverage depends on the policy language, the facts of the crash, and applicable law.
Bill reviews the relevant insurance policies and helps clients understand their options.
Read more about auto insurance coverage for bicycle accidents.
Bicycle Accidents Near Fort Worth's Trinity Trails
The Trinity Trails are a defining part of cycling in Fort Worth. The trail system connects parks and neighborhoods along the Trinity River and provides more than 100 miles of trails.
For many riders, a cycling trip involves moving between a trail, a street, an intersection, and a shared public space.
When a collision happens near a trail connection or crossing, determining liability may require reviewing:
The exact crash location and property boundaries
Traffic controls and right-of-way
Driver and cyclist movements
Roadway or trail surface conditions
Maintenance responsibility
Whether a public or private entity may be involved
Claims involving dangerous trail conditions or public property can raise different legal issues from ordinary motor vehicle collisions. Governmental immunity, statutory notice requirements, and other limitations may apply.
A crash on a trail does not automatically mean the trail operator or government is liable. Every case requires its own investigation.
For information about the trail network, see the official Trinity Trails website.
What Should You Do After a Bicycle Crash in Fort Worth?
After a bicycle collision, your health and safety come first. If possible, obtain medical care, report the incident, preserve evidence, and document your losses.
Preserve the Evidence
Photograph your injuries, bicycle, helmet, surrounding roadway, traffic controls, and any vehicle involved.
If your cycling computer or phone recorded the ride, save the original data. Preserve damaged equipment until the cause of the crash and extent of the damage have been evaluated.
Document Your Medical Recovery
Keep records of appointments, diagnoses, prescriptions, physical therapy, missed work, and any continuing limitations.
A cyclist's injuries may affect everyday activities, employment, and the ability to return to training or recreational riding.
Avoid Rushing Into a Final Settlement
An early insurance offer may not reflect the full extent of medical treatment or other recoverable losses.
Before signing a release, make sure you understand what rights you may be giving up.
Contact a Cyclist-Focused Attorney
Early legal assistance may help preserve video, identify witnesses, investigate insurance coverage, and protect against avoidable delays.
Read our bicycle accident response guide.
What Compensation May Be Available After a Fort Worth Bicycle Accident?
An injured cyclist may be able to pursue compensation for both financial losses and the personal consequences of an injury, depending on the circumstances.
Medical Expenses and Lost Income
Potential damages may include emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, future medical treatment, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity.
Pain, Impairment, and Emotional Harm
Serious bicycle injuries can affect mobility, sleep, independence, and confidence about returning to the road.
When legally recoverable and supported by evidence, these effects may be considered in evaluating the claim.
Bicycle and Cycling Equipment Damage
A collision can damage a bicycle frame, wheels, drivetrain, helmet, cycling computer, or other equipment.
Bill understands high-end road, gravel, and triathlon bicycles, including why damage to carbon-fiber components may require specialist evaluation.
The appropriate property damage recovery depends on the evidence and applicable legal rules. Replacement of every damaged component is not automatic.
When Bill represents a client on the bodily injury claim, the related bike property damage claim is handled without a separate attorney fee.
See our bicycle property damage claim guide.
Why Fort Worth Cyclists Choose Bill Shirer
Cyclist at Law is built around the needs of injured riders rather than treating bicycle collisions as ordinary car accident claims.
Board-Certified Trial Experience
Bill Shirer is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has more than 40 years of trial experience, according to the firm's current biography.
A Lawyer Who Understands Cycling
With over 100,000 miles of riding experience and a competitive cycling background, Bill understands the practical differences between bicycle equipment, the demands of training, and the effect a crash can have on a rider's life.
Direct Attorney Involvement
Bill personally handles the legal work, insurance negotiations, claim evaluation, and litigation decisions.
Clients can discuss their case with the attorney responsible for it.
Injury and Bicycle Damage Claims Together
Cyclists should not have to explain why a damaged carbon frame, wheelset, or specialized component needs a proper evaluation.
Bill considers both the injury claim and the related property losses.
Contingency-Fee Representation
There is no upfront attorney fee for the bodily injury claim. Attorney fees depend on obtaining a recovery, and the firm's fee terms are explained in its engagement agreement.
Cyclist at Law does not charge an additional attorney fee for related bike damage or PIP claims when representing the injury claim.
Learn more about Bill Shirer and the firm's fees and representation process.
What Texas Bicycle Laws Apply in Fort Worth?
Under Texas Transportation Code § 551.101, a person operating a bicycle generally has the rights and duties applicable to a motor vehicle driver, subject to statutory exceptions.
Section 551.103 provides rules for roadway positioning, including exceptions when passing, preparing to turn left, avoiding hazards, or using a lane that is too narrow for safe side-by-side travel.
Can a Cyclist Be Partly at Fault?
Yes. Texas uses a proportionate responsibility system.
Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001, a claimant generally cannot recover damages if their percentage of responsibility exceeds 50%. Otherwise, the amount recoverable may be reduced according to the claimant's share of responsibility.
How Long Do You Have to File a Claim?
Texas generally provides a two-year limitations period for personal injury lawsuits under § 16.003.
Exceptions and additional notice requirements may apply, particularly when a government entity is involved.
Contact an attorney promptly so the applicable deadlines can be evaluated.
Fort Worth's Cycling Network and Local Safety Planning
Fort Worth's transportation planning recognizes the importance of connecting bicycle routes, trails, transit, and pedestrian facilities.
On June 9, 2026, the city adopted its Active Transportation and Micromobility Network, replacing the earlier Active Transportation Plan. The updated network identifies on-street and off-street connections and prioritizes gaps in bicycle and pedestrian access.
For a bicycle accident claim, this local information can provide useful context about the roadway and infrastructure involved. However, the existence of a planned or existing facility does not, by itself, prove negligence.
Official local resources:
Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Worth Bicycle Accidents
Do I have to ride on the Trinity Trails instead of the road?
Generally, no. Texas law does not require cyclists to use an adjacent off-road path instead of a roadway. Roadway riding remains subject to applicable traffic laws and any relevant restrictions.
What if the driver says I should have been riding closer to the curb?
That does not automatically make you responsible. Texas law recognizes exceptions to riding near the right edge, including unsafe road conditions and lanes too narrow for a bicycle and motor vehicle to travel safely side by side.
Can I recover compensation for my damaged bicycle and equipment?
Potentially. A claim may include legally recoverable damage to your bicycle and related equipment. Documentation, inspection, proof of value, and the facts of the collision help determine the amount.
What if the driver fled or did not have insurance?
You may still have options. Depending on the policy and circumstances, uninsured motorist coverage or other applicable insurance may provide benefits. Bill can review the available coverage.
How much does it cost to hire Cyclist at Law?
Cyclist at Law handles bodily injury claims on a contingency-fee basis, with no attorney fee unless there is a recovery. Related bike property damage and PIP claims are handled without an additional attorney fee when Bill represents the injury claim. Review the engagement agreement for complete terms and costs.
How long do I have to file a Fort Worth bicycle injury lawsuit?
Texas generally provides two years for personal injury lawsuits. Exceptions and shorter notice requirements may apply, so it is important to seek advice promptly.
Does Bill Shirer represent Fort Worth cyclists from his Dallas office?
Yes. Cyclist at Law's main office is in Dallas, and Bill represents injured cyclists throughout Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and Texas.
Contact a Fort Worth Bicycle Accident Lawyer
If you were injured while cycling in Fort Worth, speak with an attorney who understands the legal issues and the cycling experience.
Bill Shirer can review the circumstances of your crash, evaluate available insurance coverage, and explain your potential next steps.
Call 972-843-7784 for a free consultation.
No attorney fee on the bodily injury claim unless there is a recovery.
Or contact Cyclist at Law online.
For related information, see our Dallas bicycle accident lawyer and Austin bicycle accident lawyer pages.
