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A bicycle accident can occur under various circumstances. The bicyclist may be a commuter, an athletic trainer, or a child riding in their own neighborhood. The vehicle that strikes them may be a car, truck, or motorcycle. Medical expenses may be exorbitant, and the recovering bicyclist may face a long haul toward recovery.
At Stine & Associates, in Greensburg, we have represented many injured bicyclists and their families over the years. Founding attorney Cindy Stine has more than 30 years of legal experience, all focused on representing the injured and surviving family members. At our firm, we are here to fight for your right to fair compensation if you entrust your accident injury case to us.
Bicycle Accident Scenarios and Legal Remedies
You may have been injured while training for a triathlon, or your child may have been hit while riding their bicycle home from school. No matter who is involved in a bicycle accident or how it occurs, the bicyclist has a significant disadvantage: they lack the protection of a vehicle’s body, unlike drivers and passengers of cars and trucks. Despite bicyclists’ rights according to the law, injuries are often fatal to the bicyclist or severe, as in these cases:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Broken bones
- Back, neck, or shoulder injury
- Spinal cord injury (SCI)
Even if you adhere to all bike safety principles, even a supposedly minor injury in a bike wreck can lead to very high medical bills. You may be unable to work or attend school for an extended period. On top of the pain, stress, and expense, you may suffer from invisible injuries, as well, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after a serious accident.
Legally and financially, bicycle accidents and bike injuries can be extra challenging when they are hit-and-run accidents, or there is insufficient insurance coverage to meet the high costs of severe injuries. Rest assured that attorney Cindy Stine and the rest of our team are ready to tackle even the most complex cases with determination and skill. Our accident attorneys will work hard to discover who was negligent. We will search for all sources of compensation for you and use your doctor’s prognosis to persuade those who were liable for their responsibility to pay.
Don’t Wait – Consult a Bicycle Accident Injury Attorney Today
Beware of insurance claims adjusters who may show up in your hospital room and try to get you to sign a waiver in exchange for a quick settlement. This is almost never a good idea because you may not have a clear sense of how long it will take you to return to a normal life. Accident attorneys play a critical role for someone who has been injured.
Before you make any statements or otherwise interact with an investigator or insurer, turn to an experienced personal injury lawyer after a bike crash. Call 724-837-0160 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.