Maryland Bicycle Accident Attorneys

Bicycle Accidents in Maryland

Did you know the first automobile accident in American history happened in New York City in 1896 and involved a motor vehicle killing a cyclist? More than a century later, bicycle accidents continue to occur on our roadways on a daily basis. With little to protect him or her, the cyclist is always the one who gets badly injured. Recent studies have shown that the car driver is at fault for car versus bicycle accidents the majority of the time.

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

• Car drivers pulling out of a parking spot or driveway neglect to look for cyclists
• Drivers' failure to look out for bicyclists at stop signs
• Cars turning directly in front of the bicycle.
• A motor vehicle running a stop sign or red light when a cyclist is at the intersection

A Washington DC bicycle accident lawyer can help determine liability in an injury accident. The injury attorneys at Alpert Schreyer can investigate the scene of the accident, speak to witnesses and examine the bicycle to establish liability for your injuries.

Additional Factors in a Bicycle Accident Cases

• Even if there is no actual collision between the car and the bike, a motorist can still be held responsible for the bicycle crash. An example is when a bicyclist gets cut off by a driver.

• Your auto insurance policy may cover you if you have been injured by a negligent driver while riding your bicycle.

Insurance company adjusters and attorneys will always fight hard to reduce the value of your claim. It is important that you have someone working just as hard on your side, looking out for your best interests. Proving who is liable for the accident is the first major hurdle in acquiring compensation for the victim's losses. Injured victims in such cases can seek compensation to cover pain and suffering, hospital bills, bike repairs or replacement, rehabilitation fees and even loss of wages. Bicyclists in traffic are allowed the same right-of-way privileges that motor vehicles enjoy and yet they are often ignored or overlooked. Negligent driving causes between 600 and 800 fatal bicycle accidents in the United States each year.

If you or a loved on has been injured in a bicycle accident, do not hesitate to contact the experienced Maryland bikecar accident lawyers at Alpert Schreyer. Our accident attorneys have a long history of protecting the rights of our clients. If you are hurt in an accident, please seek medical attention immediately. Call our skilled auto accident lawyers at 866-444-6363 for a free and comprehensive consultation. Let us aggressively pursue the compensation you rightfully deserve.

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