Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Lawyer

It takes a single moment for a driver not paying attention to the road to strike a bike rider, causing serious and even life-threatening losses. It becomes even more challenging when victims have to fight insurance companies to recover the damages they know the driver owes them. 

A Los Angeles personal injury lawyer can help you file a successful claim if you have been seriously hurt in an accident. Let a Los Angeles bicycle accident lawyer from Triumph Law fight for your right to recover fair damages, and let us make sure they treat you properly using our more than 20 years of experience.

Causes of Bicycle Accidents in Los Angeles

It is very common for victims of bike accidents to face pressure from insurance companies to demonstrate they were not at fault. Even if you believe the driver of a car or truck is easily at fault, understanding the cause of the accident helps minimize the risk that you could be held partially accountable. The following are some of the most common causes of bike accidents, often the fault of the driver:

• Distraction: A distracted driver is unable to react to the presence of a bike or navigate safely around them. The use of a phone, eating or drinking, changing the radio, or listening to a podcast are all potential distractions.
• Impairment: A driver under the influence of drugs, including prescription medications or alcohol, puts others at risk due to their limited ability to react to situations.
• Speeding: If a driver is speeding, and a bike is suddenly in their path, they have limited time to slow down enough to avoid striking the bike rider.
• Inexperienced drivers: Drivers sharing the road with a bike rider may not know who has the right of way, especially when there is no bike lane and there is an intersection.
• Reckless driving: Beyond speeding, illegal lane changes, failing to stop for stop signs, and tailgating are also common causes of bike accidents.

When a driver does not stop their vehicle or move out of the way of a bike rider, they put that rider’s life on the line. Bike riders may try to maneuver out of reach, but they are often hit at full force without any protection, often causing them to be tossed onto the roadway. The risk of injuries due to a text message or a speeding driver is far too costly in these accidents.

The Severity of Bike Accidents Makes Legal Representation Critical

Bike accidents across Los Angeles County are numerous, totaling 815 traffic collisions from 2019 to 2022 and resulting in 121 serious injuries and 12 deaths, according to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program.

Serious injuries can be life-changing, impacting every facet of a person’s life. Some of the most important cases to work with an attorney on are those related to injuries, such as:

• Traumatic head injuries
• Broken bones, including complex fractures
• Concussions
• Spinal cord injuries
• Lacerations and deep wounds
• Disfigurement and amputations
• Burns and road rash

In each of these serious injuries, the risk of long-term loss of work, impact on quality of life, and ongoing pain and suffering may make your claim substantially higher.

In every situation, victims need to take into consideration the impact the accident has on all aspects of their lives, building a case that enables them to recover fair damages so they can rebuild their lives. 

Because of how much is on the line, working with the skilled legal team at Triumph Law is nearly always critical, especially when you see our prior case results.

How We Build Your Los Angeles Bike Accident Case

Building a strong accident claim starts with gathering evidence to support your right to receive compensation. Some insurance companies may work hard to show you were not riding properly or that your lack of a helmet caused your serious injuries. In these situations, your word does not have to be enough because we will find any available evidence to document what occurred.

In some situations, this may mean obtaining traffic camera footage, seeking witness statements, and using the information from the scene of the accident to better understand what happened.

Our network of professionals, including accident recreation specialists, will document what happened and how it happened to get the results you had. Our objective will always be to work tirelessly to build clear evidence of your losses.

In addition to this, our bicycle accident attorney in Los Angeles also works to build evidence to prove your losses, including all ways in which you suffered due to the actions of the other party.

If you file a claim without this type of comprehensive review, you may not receive the funds you need and deserve under the law. We back every claim with evidence to minimize the risk of losing the valuable compensation you need, so be sure to review our FAQs to learn more.

Types of Damages You May Claim in a Bicycle Accident

Victims of a bicycle accident face the potential of long-term complications from their accident. This may include a change in your overall quality of life, lifespan, and medical needs. A Triumph Law bicycle accident lawyer in Los Angeles knows that common losses include these areas:

• Medical expenses: Costs for hospitalization, surgery, treatments, rehabilitation, and ongoing specialist support
• Ongoing medical care and support: In-home rehabilitation and healthcare services, modifications to your home and vehicle, and supportive care
• Lost wages: Loss of time at work due to injuries and recovery, as well as loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering: Often a serious claim in a bike accident, pain and suffering could also be an ongoing factor in your life
• Mental anguish, often associated with trauma, depression, and anxiety
• Loss of quality of life: Inability to do activities that you have always done or enjoy relationships

Our extensive investigative process makes it possible for our legal team to build a strong case for you. Unless you are sure of what your losses are, we strongly encourage you to file a claim with the help of an attorney. You deserve fair compensation in every situation.

Schedule a Free Consultation with a Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Attorney Now

Contact Triumph Law today to discuss your case with our legal team and find out what it may be worth. 

By working with a Los Angeles bicycle accident lawyer from our firm, you gain an experienced and trusted professional ready to fight for you. We are here to guide you every step of the way, starting with a free consultation.