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Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group represents injured cyclists across the Phoenix area, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Glendale, and greater Maricopa County. We’ve recovered over $1 billion for accident victims nationwide and handle bicycle, e-bike, and e-scooter cases exclusively.

Whether you were hit by a distracted driver, doored in a bike lane, or struck in a hit-and-run, we’ve seen your crash before and we know how to win it. Our law firm covers practice areas related to cycling collisions in urban areas and beyond.

Arizona law is on your side. You have the same rights as any driver on the road (ARS § 28-812), and you can recover compensation even if you were partially at fault (ARS § 12-2505).

Call 888-521-6377. Free case evaluation. Zero upfront costs. No fee unless we win. Request free consultation today.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group Phoenix, AZ

11811 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 3031

888-521-6377

Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group Phoenix, AZ

Why Choose Our Phoenix Bicycle Accident Attorneys

Over 70% of Arizona’s bicycle collisions happen in Maricopa County. Cyclist fatalities in the Phoenix metro run nearly double the national average. Indian School, Camelback, Thomas, the I-17 feeder streets — these are the roads where our clients get hit.

Phoenix bicycle accidents on these roads leave cyclists with brain trauma, spinal damage, fractures, and deep abrasions. And before you’ve even left the hospital, the insurer is already building a case to pay you less. Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group handles bicycle, e-bike, and e-scooter crashes exclusively, so we know exactly what they’re doing and how to stop it.

Over $1 billion recovered for crash injury victims across the United States
Zero financial risk. Free consultation, no upfront costs, no fee unless we win.
Direct attorney access. You talk to a bike crash lawyer who returns calls, not a paralegal reading from a script.

Were you hit in traffic? Doored in a bike lane? Sideswiped at an intersection? Call 888-521-6377 or fill out our contact form. A bicycle injury lawyer from our team will get back to you.

Common Causes of Bike Accidents We Handle in Phoenix

Insurance adjusters will try to pin your crash on you. Our experienced Phoenix bicycle accident attorneys conduct a thorough investigation into every cause below, because each one changes who pays, how much you recover, and how Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group builds your claim:

Distracted drivers. Texting, eating, talking to passengers. The driver never saw you because they weren’t looking. This is the most common factor in Phoenix cycling crashes and one of the leading common causes of bicycle accidents statewide.
Failure to yield. Over 30% of motor vehicle drivers fail to yield the right of way to cyclists. It is the leading cause of fatal bike crashes in Arizona.
Dooring. A driver opens their car door without checking the mirror. You’re thrown from your bike into oncoming traffic with fractures, lacerations, or worse.
Intoxicated drivers. 1% of all recent car-vs-bicycle accidents in Arizona involved a driver under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Speeding and aggressive driving. Higher speed means less reaction time and harder impact. Every mph increases injury severity.
Unsafe lane changes. A driver merges without checking their blind spot and sideswipes you with no warning.
Dangerous road conditions. Potholes, missing lighting, debris, faded lane markings. When poor road design contributes to your crash, the government entity responsible can be held liable.

The cause of your crash determines who pays and how much you recover. We investigate each one to identify every at-fault party.

Common Bike Accident Injuries We Help Recover Compensation For

A cyclist hit by a 4,000-pound vehicle has nothing between them and the impact. No frame, no airbag, no crumple zone.

The common injuries from bicycle accidents start severe and costs follow fast. Insurance companies push to settle before you understand the full extent of what you’re facing. If someone else caused your crash, you deserve fair compensation for your serious injuries, medical expenses, and lost income.

Head injuries. Even a mild traumatic brain injury can disrupt memory, concentration, and daily function. Severe TBI can leave permanent cognitive damage.
Spinal cord injuries. The back absorbs the worst of a cycling collision. Severe spinal trauma can lead to partial or complete paralysis.
Fractures. Broken collarbones, wrists, ribs, and femurs require surgery, hardware, and months of rehabilitation.
Road rash and lacerations. Deep abrasions and cuts that look minor at the scene can require skin grafts, infection treatment, and ongoing wound care.
Internal injuries. Organ damage, internal bleeding, and abdominal trauma may not show symptoms for hours. These injuries are life-threatening and easy for adjusters to undervalue.
Muscle and ligament damage. Torn ligaments, sprains, and whiplash can cause chronic pain that outlasts every visible injury.
Wrongful death. When a fatal bicycle accident occurs, surviving family members can pursue damages for loss of companionship, loss of financial support, funeral costs, and pain and suffering.

Arizona Bicycle Accident Laws That Protect You

If you were partially at fault for your crash, you can still recover compensation. Arizona’s pure comparative negligence rule (ARS § 12-2505) has no fault threshold that blocks recovery. A cyclist found 30% at fault recovers 70% of damages.

We use that rule every time an adjuster tries to shift blame onto you.

Insurers love three arguments: you weren’t wearing a helmet, you were riding at dusk, you were “taking the lane.” Arizona personal injury statutes answer all three:

ARS § 28-812. Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as any other driver on the road.
No adult helmet law. Arizona has no statewide helmet requirement, and choosing not to wear one cannot bar your recovery. Local rules vary.
Full lane use. Cyclists can legally occupy the full lane when the lane is too narrow to share safely. Bike riders have every right to be on the road under Arizona law.
Three-foot passing. Arizona law requires motorists to give cyclists at least three feet of clearance when passing.

When an adjuster raises any of these arguments, we respond with the statute, not speculation.

Filing Deadlines for a Phoenix Bicycle Accident Claim

Arizona gives you two years from the crash date to file a personal injury claim under ARS § 12-542. Miss it and you generally lose the right to recover anything.

Personal injury: 2 years from the date of the accident.
Minor child: 2 years from the child’s 18th birthday.
Government claims: 180 days from the date of loss (ARS § 12-821.01).

The 180-day deadline matters when your crash involves road defects, missing signage, unsafe bike lanes, or hazardous conditions maintained by the City of Phoenix, Maricopa County, or ADOT.

We track every applicable deadline from the day you hire us and move to preserve your accident claims before any window closes.

E-Bike Laws in Arizona

Arizona classifies e-bikes into three classes:

Class 1 — pedal-assist, no throttle, max 20 mph
Class 2 — throttle-equipped, max 20 mph
Class 3 — pedal-assist, max 28 mph

Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes can use bike lanes and multi-use paths.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group handles all e-bike and e-scooter crashes under these same legal frameworks. Like car accidents and motorcycle accidents, e-bike collisions require an experienced bike injury lawyer.

Who Is Liable for a Bicycle Accident in Phoenix?

The driver who hit you is rarely the only party responsible for your crash. In most collisions Bicycle Accident Lawyers Group handles, there are multiple defendants, which means multiple insurance policies and a higher total recovery for you.

The at-fault driver. The driver’s auto liability policy is the first source of compensation. If their coverage is insufficient to cover your damages, we look for every additional defendant on this list.
Their employer. If the driver was on the clock or operating for a platform like Uber or Lyft, the employer’s commercial policy applies. Those policies typically start at $1 million, far above a personal auto limit of $25,000 to $50,000.
The City of Phoenix, Maricopa County, or ADOT. A missing bike lane marking, an unlit intersection, a pothole reported but never repaired. When the government fails to maintain safe road conditions, we hold them liable. These claims must be filed within 180 days (ARS § 12-821.01), so we file early.
Construction contractors. Roadwork that narrows lanes, removes bike markings, or creates uneven pavement without signage. Both the contractor and the government entity that awarded the contract can be named as defendants.
Bicycle and vehicle manufacturers. A defective brake system, a cracked fork, a tire separation, a malfunctioning headlight. If a product defect caused or worsened your crash, the manufacturer is liable regardless of intent. You only need to prove the product failed.
Other road users. A pedestrian stepping into a bike lane, another cyclist running a stop sign, an e-scooter rider cutting across traffic. Each party pays in proportion to their share of fault, and we make sure yours is as low as the evidence supports.

We investigate every crash with the goal of identifying every responsible party and every available policy. More defendants means more leverage in negotiations and a stronger position if the case goes to trial at Maricopa County Superior Court.

How We Prove Negligence in a Phoenix Bicycle Accident Case

The driver who hit you, or their insurance company, owes you for every dollar of damage they caused. Proving that comes down to four elements, and we build each one before the insurer ever sees our demand.

Duty of care. Every driver on the road owes a legal duty to watch for cyclists, yield at intersections, check mirrors before opening doors, and maintain safe passing distance.
Breach. A driver who texts behind the wheel, runs a red light, fails to yield on a left turn, opens a car door into a bike lane, or passes with less than three feet of clearance has breached that duty. We prove it with police reports, traffic camera footage, dashcam video, and cellphone records from the driver’s device.
Causation. We connect the breach directly to your injuries using medical records, accident reconstruction experts, and expert medical testimony. The insurer will argue your injuries were pre-existing or unrelated. We close that gap before they try.
Damages. We document every loss from day one: ER visits, surgery, physical therapy, prescription costs, future medical care, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, bicycle and gear replacement, and pain and suffering.

Our recent case settlements

Hit-and-Run Incident

$1,500,000

Settlement

Collision with a Motor Vehicle

$150,000

Settlement

Unsafe Road Conditions

$825,000

Settlement

Distracted Driving Case

$300,000

Settlement

What to Do After a Bicycle Accident in Phoenix

Your injury claim starts at the crash scene. What you do in the first hours shapes everything that follows.

Step 1: Call 911

Get off the road if you can. Make sure law enforcement responds to the scene. Arizona requires reporting any accident involving injury or more than $1,000 in damage, and the police report becomes the foundation of your claim.
Step 2: Get Medical Attention

Go to the ER even if you feel fine. Concussions, internal bleeding, and hairline fractures can take days to surface. The records from that first visit link your injuries directly to the crash. Without them, the insurer will argue your condition was pre-existing.
Step 3: Document the Scene

Photograph your injuries, the vehicle, your damaged bicycle, and any road hazards. Get the driver’s name, insurance information, and plate number. Collect witness contacts. All required fields of information at the scene matter for your claim.
Step 4: Call Us Before You Talk to the Insurer

The adjuster will reach out fast and ask for a recorded statement designed to reduce your claim. Decline it, reject any early offer, and stay off social media until your case is resolved. Call 888-521-6377. We handle the insurer from day one so nothing you say is used against the compensation you deserve.

When Should You Contact a Phoenix Bike Accident Attorney?

If any of these describe your situation, it is important to consult with a bicycle accident attorney as soon as possible:

Your injuries are serious or your losses are significant. Surgery, hospitalization, broken bones, head trauma, or spinal cord injuries all increase the value of your claim. The more serious the injury, the more likely the insurance company is to undervalue your compensation.
The insurance company is delaying your claim or disputing liability. Low settlement offers, slow responses, or arguments that you caused the crash are signs that the adjuster may not be evaluating your claim fairly.
Your case involves complex liability. Crashes caused by road hazards, construction debris, or multiple at-fault parties require an attorney who can identify every liable party and pursue each source of compensation.
You were hit by an uninsured or unidentified driver. In hit-and-run cases, UM/UIM coverage through your own auto policy is often the only path to compensation. A Phoenix bicycle accident lawyer can identify which policies apply and file the claim on your behalf.

How Your Case Works

No-cost case review. Call 888-521-6377 or fill out the form. A bicycle accident attorney calls you back the same day.
Contingency agreement. No money out of pocket. We get paid only when we recover for you.
Investigation. We reconstruct the collision using scene photos, traffic and surveillance footage, witness statements, medical records, and accident reconstruction experts.
Demand and negotiation. We file the demand and negotiate from evidence, not posture.
Trial if necessary. If the insurer won’t pay fair value, we file suit in Maricopa County Superior Court. Our bicycle injury lawyers have tried bicycle accident cases across Arizona and know how to present bicycle accident claims to a jury.

You talk directly to your bicycle accident attorney throughout the process, not a paralegal, not an answering service.

Contact Our Phoenix Bicycle Accident Lawyer Today

Don’t navigate this alone. Whether your bike crash was minor or catastrophic, our experienced Phoenix bicycle accident lawyers will fight for the full compensation you’re owed. Contact us today. An experienced attorney from our Phoenix bicycle accident team will get back to you. Zero upfront costs. No fees unless we win your Arizona bicycle accident case.

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