Types of Bicycle Accident Injuries in Maryland
Bicyclists are highly vulnerable to road accidents. Many of the survivors of bicycle accidents suffer grave and life-changing injuries.
High-impact road collisions commonly leave bicyclists with the following injuries:
- Brain injuries
- Brain trauma
- Spinal cord injuries leading to paralysis
- Crushed/broken bones
- Amputated limbs
- Internal tissue damage
- Severe lacerations
Many of these injuries leave victims with permanent or long-term disabilities that require prolonged treatment and therapy. As one of the top bicycle injury lawyers in Maryland, I will help you in seeking compensation for the damages you sustain in an accident.
I’ve handled cases related to many different types of bicycle accidents. I diligently commit my time and resources to determine the extent of my client’s long-term treatment expenses – and negotiate with insurance companies accordingly.
With me by your side, you can rest assured that you will receive a fair compensation from the parties legally liable for the accident and your suffering.
Potential Parties Liable for Bicycle Accidents in the Greenbelt Area
Bicycle accidents commonly occur due to the following reasons:
Motorists Failing to Yield When Entering/Exiting the Roadway
Motorists are required to yield to oncoming or intersecting traffic – which includes bicyclists – when entering or exiting a roadway.
Drivers Passing at an Unsafe Distance
Motorists need to maintain a distance of at least three feet when passing bicyclists.
Drivers Making Hasty Turns
It is necessary for vehicles on the road to signal before making a turn. Failure to do so or making sudden turns across bicycle lanes can lead to serious accidents.
Road Hazards
Potholes, shattered pavement, or construction rubble pose a serious hazard to bicyclists. Unsafe road conditions may cause the bicyclist to lose control.
To recover appropriate compensation for your bike accident injury, you need to work with an attorney who can help you establish legal liability for the accident. I will help ensure that no party with potential liability is overlooked.
The following parties are commonly found to be responsible in bicycle accidents:
- Motorists
- Commercial vehicle operators
- Governmental road construction authorities and contractors
- Bicycle manufacturers
Bicycle accident cases and points of liability can vary greatly. Only an experienced bicycle accident attorney will be able to gauge your case minutely and expertly guide you to receive a just compensation.
Damages for Bicycle Accident Injuries
Injured bicyclists – and families of bicyclists who succumbed to their injuries – have the right to take legal action against the responsible party(s) and receive compensation.
The compensation can be classified into:
- Economic (or special) damages, which include monetary expenses related to:
- Treatment and medical bills
- Long-term care
- Assistive medical devices and home adjustments
- Physical therapy and treatments
- Lost income or employment opportunity due to injuries and disabilities
- Non-economic (or general) damages, which include compensation for intangible factors such as:
- Emotional pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium/companionship
- Undesirable impact on quality of life
Contact a Dependable Prince George’s County Bicycle Accident Attorney Serving Maryland
If you or a loved one has suffered a bicycle accident, get in touch with me ASAP.
Connect with me at 301.377.2158 or via email to schedule a free consultation of your bicycle accident case.
You can also get in touch with me through my website. I’m available 24/7 and can assist in every way to help you win a just outcome.