Bike Accidents

Georgia Bicycle and Car Crashes

Bicyclists can be at great risk when they are travelling on roads with motor vehicles. Despite the prevalence of helmets, bicyclists are still left relatively unprotected from harm when compared to the metal and safety features that surround a car driver. However, there are laws that are designed to protect bike riders from collision with these larger vehicles. When a driver breaks the law and collides with a bicyclist, the victim can sustain serious injuries, potentially providing them with grounds for a lawsuit.

If you or a loved one was injured in a Georgia bike accident, contact our firm today for a free consultation. We can investigate the scene of the accident, interview witnesses, and explain your legal options to you.

Bicycle Accident Negligence

In many situations, bicycle riders have the right of way with regard to traffic. However, overly aggressive or careless drivers may continue across a crosswalk or other area where a bicyclist is legally moving, causing a collision. Additionally, a car that loses control can veer off the road and into a sidewalk or bike path where a cyclist is riding. If the driver lost control due to negligence, or a defective car part was involved, the injured biker may have grounds for legal action.

Bike accidents can cause serious injury to their victims. The aforementioned lack of protection and the size and weight of a passenger car make for a dangerous combination in the event of a collision. Bike accident victims may require extensive hospitalization or even lifelong medical care. Some may die as a result of their injuries.

Lawyers Helping with Bicycle Accident Claims

A bicycle accident lawsuit may help victims and their families recover compensation to help pay for the financial burden the accident has caused them. Medical bills, lost wages from time out of work, property damage, and funeral expenses may be covered by the damages awarded from a successful lawsuit. Additionally, victims may be compensated for their pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and other non-economic damages.

Hiring an experienced Atlanta accident attorney is an important element in achieving justice after a bicycle accident caused by negligence. At Morgan & Morgan, our attorneys are proud to serve the injured people of Georgia, fighting for their rights according to the law. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.