Category: Bicycle Accident Attorney
How Long Will It Take to Settle My Property Damage Claim?
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…
Why You Should Ride (at Least Sometimes) with a Group
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…
Pedestrians/Runners Are Like Squirrels
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…
How Not to Get Hit by a Car
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…
Dallas Bike Lanes or a Shift in the Zeitgeist?
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.”…
4 Tips for Biking in the Fall
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…
The Basics of Dallas Bike Laws
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…
Getting Back to Riding After a Bicycle Accident
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…
Do You Need Bike Accident Insurance?
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…
Best Way to get Compensation for Bike Accident
After you have had a bike accident, it can be difficult to get back on track. Especially if you were injured seriously. You may have had to take time off work, racked up some serious medical bills, and may have been injured to the extent…