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Atlanta Bicycle Accident Lawyer

When a cyclist is struck by a vehicle, the results can be devastating and life-changing. If you were hit by a negligent driver while riding your bike in Atlanta, the legal team at the Hines Law Firm can help. Our Atlanta bicycle accident lawyers have extensive experience handling complex bike accident claims and know what it takes to build a strong case that can help you recover the compensation you deserve for an accident that was caused by the negligence of another.

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How Can An Atlanta Bicycle Accident Attorney Help?

Drivers are legally required to maintain a safe distance when they’re sharing the road with cyclists, staying a minimum of three feet away. They must also exercise due care to avoid colliding with a cyclist on the road. Unfortunately, when a cyclist is sharing the road with a negligent, careless, or reckless driver it can result in devastating injuries or even death. After an accident with a negligent motorist, a bicycle accident lawyer at the Hines Law Firm can help guide you through the legal process, handling every aspect of your case, including:

  • Investigating the accident
  • Gathering evidence
  • Assessing damages
  • Consulting with experts
  • Filing paperwork
  • Handling all interactions with the insurance company
  • Negotiating a fair settlement
  • Filing a lawsuit (if necessary)

Your bicycle accident attorney will work tirelessly to build a strong case that will help you recover maximum compensation for your accident-related damages. We will handle settlement negotiations and file a lawsuit if the insurance company fails to make a reasonable settlement offer.

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Common causes of bicycle accidents include:

01

Failure to Yield Right Of Way

Georgia traffic laws classify bicycles as vehicles, which means that cyclists are entitled to the same rights as other motorists. Unfortunately, most drivers either treat cyclists like they don’t belong on the road alongside them or they don’t know the law.

When failing to respect the right-of-way laws, drivers often:

  • Follow cyclists too closely
  • Are not careful when passing cyclists
  • Fail to watch out for cyclists when changing lanes, merging, or turning
  • Fail to yield to cyclists at traffic lights or stop signs
02

Driving Too Close

It doesn’t take much force for a car to injure a cyclist. A bike doesn’t provide any protection to the cyclist upon impact. If a car is driving too close to a cyclist in traffic, even a slight nudge can cause the cyclist to lose control.

03

Speeding

A speeding driver will have a difficult time maintaining control of their vehicle compared to a driver who is following the posted speed limit. This can make them prone to making major mistakes that can result in a collision with a cyclist.

04

Distracted Driving

It only takes a second of inattention for a driver to collide with a cyclist. Examples of distracted driving include:

  • Follow cyclists too closely
  • Are not careful when passing cyclists
  • Fail to watch out for cyclists when changing lanes, merging, or turning
  • Fail to yield to cyclists at traffic lights or stop signs
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Bike Accident Injuries

The injuries sustained in a bike accident can be life-changing. While a cyclist may walk away from the accident with injuries that will heal over several weeks, other cyclists are not so lucky and can end up with injuries that can require medical treatment for the rest of their lives.

At the Hines Law Firm, our Atlanta bicycle accident lawyers have handled many cases over the years that have involved the following types of injuries:

  • Spinal cord damage
  • Chest injuries
  • Road rash
  • Broken bones/bone fractures
  • Back injuries
  • Internal organ damage
  • Internal bleeding
  • Dental or facial injuries
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Nerve damage
  • Soft tissue damage
  • Leg and arm injuries
  • Loss of limb
  • Crush injuries
  • Hearing or vision loss
  • Neck injuries

Your bicycle accident lawyer will review your case, speak with your treating physicians, and consult with experts to learn about your prognosis and how it will impact your life to ensure you pursue compensation that will allow you to continue to receive vital medical treatment now and in the future.

What Compensation Am I Entitled to After a Bike Accident?

The damages you’re entitled to can depend on many factors, such as your level of fault, the severity of your injuries, how your injuries have impacted your life, and other variables.

In some cases, bicycle accident victims can pursue the following types of damages:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Past and future medical care costs
  • Lost wages
  • Property damage
  • Loss of consortium
  • Loss of quality of life
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Permanent disability
  • Scarring and disfigurement

What is the Value Of My Bicycle Accident Claim?

  • The severity of your injuries
  • The cost of current and future medical care
  • Your inability to earn income due to your injuries
  • Whether you have sustained a permanent impairment
  • Your level of fault
  • Any emotional or physical suffering you experienced
  • How your injuries have impacted your life

If you suffer severe injuries, a bicycle accident lawyer will consult with your treating physicians and other experts, such as economists and life care planners, to determine the future cost of medical treatment.

What is the Statute Of Limitations in Bicycle Accidents?

In Georgia, cyclists will have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit against the negligent party. If they fail to file by the deadline, their case may be dismissed and they will be unable to recover any compensation for their accident-related losses. A bicycle accident lawyer at the Hines Law Firm will handle every aspect of your case, including filing your lawsuit within the statute of limitations.

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If you were injured in an accident in Atlanta, GA, that was caused by the negligence of another, a personal injury lawyer at the Hines Law Firm can help. Our legal team has extensive experience handling complex personal injury claims and knows what it takes to build a strong case that will help accident victims recover the compensation they deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free legal consultation to learn more.

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