Author: rnielsen
What damages are recoverable in bicycle accident cases?
In general, you can recover for “economic” damages including, property damages for your bike and clothing, medical expenses and lost wages/income. You can also recover for “non-economic damages,” which are not easily calculated. Those include pain, suffering, impairment and mental anguish.
I ride my bicycle everywhere, so I don’t have auto insurance. Can I still get compensated?
Yes. But you really should get insurance. If the other driver has no insurance and you have no insurance, you are out of luck. The costs are pretty small. /insure-yourself/
Does the lawyer offer free consultations?
Yes. Just call me at 972-392-1249 .
What is my case worth? What compensation can I get?
That all depends. There are so many factors to consider. See /claim-value-duration/
Can I still bring a lawsuit against the driver if I was hurt while not properly riding my bicycle?
Yes. Even if you were at fault (negligent), if the driver was more at fault, then you can prevail. Any recovery would be reduced by the percentage of negligence that is put on you.
How long does it take to settle a bicycle accident claim?
Each case is different, and most often it depends on the length of treatment. You shouldn’t settle you claim until you have stopped treating. However, in Texas, the statute of limitations on a bike claim is generally two (2) years, so if the claim is…
I was hit by a car – what should I do?
At the scene: /what-to-do-when-an-accident-happens/ Days later: /after-an-accident/ Call me at (972) 392-1249
After a Cycling Accident: Do You Need an Attorney?
you may ask yourself if you need the assistance of an attorney. If you are asking yourself that exact question, odds are that you do need the help of an experienced cycling accident attorney to assist you with your injury. However, if you are still debating…