Union County is a beautiful and busy area where it is common to find bicyclists commuting to work or riding recreationally. Cyclists should practice proper safety, but sometimes that is not enough.
If you were involved in a bicycle accident, it may not have been your fault. Depending on your case, you could qualify for financial compensation. A bicycle accident lawyer serving Union County can help you learn more about what you can do next as a victim.
Compensation for Victims Like You
Being involved in a bicycle accident can impact your life physically, emotionally, and financially. It is unfair that you have to suffer if another party caused the accident.
You can pursue justice as a victim by filing a claim and potentially recovering compensation. Available compensation could come in one or more of the following forms:
- Reimbursement for medical expenses like prescriptions, therapy, surgeries, visits to medical professionals, and more
- Compensation for any damage to your bicycle or other valuable property
- Damages for your emotional trauma and suffering
- Compensation for wages lost due to your accident
- Punitive damages awarded to hold the defendant accountable and prevent a reoccurrence of similar accidents
Hundreds of bicycle accidents are tragically fatal each year in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). If you lost a loved one, your family could qualify for compensation due to a wrongful death.
Hiring a Lawyer to Help You File a Claim
Hiring a lawyer following a bicycle accident could prove beneficial in many ways. For your case to be successful, you will have to present the details of your accident in a legally sound and organized manner. Lawyers can help you gather the facts of your case and bring forth a strong argument with possible proof of third-party involvement.
Additionally, your lawyer can help you fill out paperwork, meet your legal deadlines, and offer general support throughout the claim process. This can also help save you time and stress during your recovery.
If you have never filed a claim before or are unfamiliar with the intricacies of the law, having legal representation to answer your questions can be valuable. We can address your questions and concerns to help you understand each step of the claim process, so you know exactly where your claim stands and what to expect next.
Our legal professionals can also help you plan for the future by estimating how much compensation you could qualify for.
Are Lawyers Expensive?
One question you might have before hiring a lawyer is how much it will cost you and your family. While rates can vary between law firms, at Bressman Law, we represent personal injury clients on a contingency-fee basis. This means you do not have to pay us anything out of your pocket to get started on your case.
Our only payment will be a portion of your settlement or award at the end of your case. We will agree on the percentage of the amount we will take at the beginning of our attorney-client relationship.
We even have a “no-fee guarantee”: if we do not win compensation for you, you owe us nothing. So, you have nothing to lose by giving us a call for a free consultation.
How Long do I Have to File a Claim?
The legal term “statute of limitations” refers to the limited time claimants have to pursue legal action following an accident, injury, or another event that warrants a claim. The statute of limitations varies by state.
In Ohio, personal injury cases, including bicycle accidents, generally have a two-year statute of limitations per Ohio Revised Code Section 2305.10. The clock to file a claim begins ticking at the time of an accident or the onset of injuries.
The bottom line is that you do not have forever to file a claim. To ensure you have a chance to recover compensation, it makes sense to file a claim as soon as possible.
For a free legal consultation with a bicycle accident attorney in Union County, call (614) 538-1116
Determining At-Fault Parties
A variety of factors may have caused your accident. In straightforward cases, you could legally prove that a single party was at fault, such as a distracted driver who struck you with their car while you were riding your bike. In more complex situations, multiple parties and even external factors can play a role.
Determining what caused your accident is important because it could prove liability, an important step in a successful personal injury claim.
Examples of Liable Parties
Specific examples of liable parties may include:
- A drunk or intoxicated driver
- A speeding driver
- An inexperienced driver making a mistake
- A distracted driver using a cell phone or other technology on the road
- A driver who disobeys a traffic law by running a red light or stop sign
- A driver who fails to yield to cyclists
- A crew that improperly loaded cargo into a truck
- Another cyclist or pedestrian who was inattentive and caused a collision or accident
- A city or municipality that failed to properly maintain the roads
- An auto manufacturer that created an unsafe vehicle
- A bicycle manufacturer that created a faulty bicycle
- An auto mechanic that failed to maintain a vehicle properly
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Bressman Law Testimonials
If you were involved in a bicycle accident in Union County, having a lawyer by your side may make the difference between recovering the compensation you deserve and being left with nothing.
Based on past testimonials, you can see that our team at Bressman Law has a history of success with a variety of cases, including personal injury claims similar to what you experienced in your bicycle accident.
While you cannot change the past and the suffering you are experiencing, you can take control of your future by pursuing compensation.
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Being involved in a bicycle accident can be scary, and the aftermath can leave lots of uncertainty and stress in your life. Remember that you have legal options to seek compensation, and you do not have to face the process alone.
Our team at Bressman Law has a proven track record with cases like yours. Learn more today during a free, no-obligation consultation.
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