Bicycle Accidents

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When a cyclist heads out on the road, there is never any thought that they could be injured. Even a careful cyclist cannot avoid the negligence of another driver. A bicycle versus a vehicle that weighs an average of 4,000 pounds will often result in serious damages to the cyclist. Some of the most common negligent acts of drivers include: 

 

• Speeding
• Distracted driving
• Yielding the right of way to cyclist
• Impaired driving
• Failure to leave enough space when passing a cyclist
• Following too closely
• Failure to account for a cyclist when making a right or left turn

If you or a loved has been the victim of a driver’s negligence while riding a bicycle, you should contact Woodson & Goodwin to determine how to best protect your rights.

An experienced cyclist almost always wears a helmet and possibly other protective gear when riding. However, when there is a collision with a vehicle, this protection is insufficient. With no protection the outcomes are much worse. With the little protection, a cyclist’s body takes the full force and effect of these impacts. Some of the common injuries suffered in a bicycle accident include: 

 

• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Fractures (especially fractures of arms, legs, collarbones, wrists, and hips)
• Road rash and soft tissue injuries
• Internal bleeding or injury
• Permanent Disfigurement

If you are involved in a bicycle accident, your first step should be your health. You should seek medical attention right away. If you are able to get to a medical facility you should take yourself immediately. If you are severely injured or unable to get medical help on your own, you should get the assistance of an ambulance. Contact the police department to make a report of this collision. Be sure, if possible, to take pictures of the vehicles involved in the incident and the scene of the collision. Take pictures of your injuries, including cuts, bruises, scrapes, lacerations, etc.

At Woodson & Goodwin we would handle all of the legal matters surround your claim, but there are some things that could be done to build a more solid case and protect your rights. Please do the following:

• Follow all the instructions given to you by your doctor. Attend all appointments for medical treatment related to your injury or injuries.
• Keep a diary. Every time you attend an appointment make a note of what was said or recommended. Make a note of how you feel and what your complaints and symptoms might be on a given occasion.
• Track out-of-pocket expenses (keep receipts for medications, co-pays, mileage, etc.)