Category: Bicycle Accident Attorney

Issue:         Can you recover from a City/State Government in Texas for injuries caused by a road defect? Answer:     No, you cannot.  It’s almost impossible to recover for damages caused by road defects. Discussion:  Governmental entities are generally immune from liability based on the concept…

On average, it will take one month or more to settle your property damage claim, and maybe more. Why so long?  Because as opposed to an auto damage claim, a cyclist must document the damages, then educate auto insurers as to the value of the…

A nice thing about cycling as a sport is that you can do it both by yourself or with a group.  Here is how group riding will benefit you: Community – Wherever you are, it’s likely that there are at least a few regular group…

When I’m on my bike and I see a squirrel, I am prepared for that ignorant creature to try to cross in front of me at the very last second. (I’ve hit a few. Had one go into my spokes.) At times, squirrels seem as if…

A lot of my practice involves car-on-bike collisions that results in serious injuries. A bike has no chance against a motor vehicle, and many drivers don’t look out for cyclists. When you ride on shared roads, you can only trust your judgment and cannot rely…

Maybe you have noticed these emblems in the roads with a bike and arrows. These are called “sharrows” and they are there to advise motorists that bicyclists use that road. According to the Dallas Morning News, there are now 32 miles of roads with “sharrows.”…

Biking in the fall can be a very relaxing, especially after suffering through the summer heat. A cool breeze, quiet roads, and more forgiving temperatures make rides a lot more enjoyable. However, there are some special considerations you want to take when you are biking in…

When you are riding your bicycle around the city, it is important that you have a solid understanding of Dallas bike laws. It is a common misconception that the police are less likely to hand out tickets to bicycle riders. In fact, it is quite the…

When you have been injured in a bicycling accident, getting back to riding can be a scary experience. When you are thinking about getting on your bike again, you need to be confident and comfortable. Cyclist at Law understands that it can be a difficult…

One of the common questions people have when it comes to bicycle accidents is about insurance coverage. It’s a requirement to have auto coverage, but is it smart to have bike accident insurance as well? Well, the answer is, it depends. Fault and Coverage When…