1. Can I Sue for My Bicycle Accident?

2. Who Are The Parties I Can Recover Damages From For My Injuries?

• Negligent drivers of automobiles, buses or trucks - if the accident was caused by the driver of a vehicle;
• Negligent manufacturers or retailers of bicycles, bicycle parts, bicycle accessories and/or vehicles - if the accident was caused by a defective product;
• The City, County or State who maintains the roads - if the accident is caused by a dangerous condition created by an unsafe roadway;
• Negligent repair shops or mechanics - if the accident was caused by negligent repair of a vehicle or bicycle;
• Dangerous condition of public property - if the accident happened due to negligent design, maintenance, or upkeep of public property - including construction, tree trimming, etc.;
• Dangerous condition of private property - if the accident was caused by the negligent maintenance or upkeep of private property.

3. What Are My Rights and Responsibilities As a Bicycle Rider?

4. Are There Any Special Laws That Apply to Bicyclists?

The California Vehicle Code does have some specific sections that apply only to bicycle riders. These laws not only protect a bicycle rider, but also set forth specific responsibilities and duties.

These laws include regulations on such topics as:

• Drinking or using drugs
• while riding;
• Specifics on where the bicyclist may ride and at what speeds;
• Specifics on the equipment a rider is required to have on their bicycle and on their person when riding;
• The use of hand signals;
• The use of bicycle lanes;
• The number of riders allowed on a bicycle;
• Specifics on the use of vehicle traffic and turn lanes.

5. Can I Be Found At Fault in my Bicycle Accident?

If a bicyclist violates the laws set forth for safe operation of a bicycle and that violation is found to be a contributing or causing factor of the accident, then the bicycle rider may be found at fault. If a bicycle rider is found to be operating their bicycle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they may be arrested for a DUI and can lose their driver's license as well.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a California Bicycle Accident, it is imperative that you immediately contact an Aggressive and Successful Personal Injury Law Firm such as Nadrich & Cohen, LLP to begin immediately protecting your rights.

The personal injury lawyers of the law offices of Nadrich & Cohen, LLP are extremely experienced and successful in obtaining compensation for bicycle accident victims. We have handled numerous lawsuits against negligent parties and have obtained tens of millions of dollars on behalf of our clients.

6. Have you represent bicycle clients where the damages were not caused by a motor vehicle?

Yes. Our bicycle law firm has and or is representing injured cyclists in the following situations:  

1. Dog attacks: Loose dogs are a major hazard to cyclists. Dogs can knock a cyclist off his bicycle, causing serious injuries. State law requires dog owners to be on notice of a dog’s propensity to attack or to run off the property after cyclists or others who are passing by. The dog does not necessarily have to bite.
 
2. Product Liability (bike, helmet, assembly): If some part of the bicycle gives way, causing or contributing to the crash, we will have the bicycle examined by an expert rather than a bicycle shop. We need to know if there was an equipment malfunction such as brake failure, failure of the pedal to release properly, etc.
 
3. Motor Vehicle Harassment: Cyclists, particularly those wearing Spandex or Razors are frequently subject to harassment by drivers. Harassment ranges from shouting to cursing, buzzing (passing too closely) or throwing objects at the cyclist. Some states have passed laws specifically prohibiting harassment of cyclists and making certain harassing behavior criminal. If such behavior causes injury to the cyclist, there is coverage pursuant to the harassers’ homeowner’s insurance. Motor vehicle insurance policies exclude intentional acts. Throwing objects from cars at cyclists have been held not related to the operation of motor vehicles and are therefore not covered by auto insurance policies.

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