Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Injuries and Accidents

In 2009, nearly two people a day were killed in bicycle/motor vehicle accidents. This led to the loss of 630 lives that year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA.) Riding a bicycle for sport or pleasure should always be enjoyable and safe; unfortunately, this is not always the case.

2009 Statistics

In 2009: 51,000 people were injured and 630 were killed in bicycle/motor vehicle accidents.
80% of those injured and 87% of those killed were male.
17% of those injured were under the age of 14.
70% of accidents occurred in urban areas.
72% of accidents occurred between the hours of 4pm and 8pm.
Alcohol involvement was reported in more than 40% of accidents resulting in fatalities.

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle accidents are often caused by inattentive drivers who:

Back out of driveways without looking
Turn without looking
Ignore traffic signs
Fail to yield the right-of-way
Drive drunk or impaired

Common Injuries

Broken Bones
Internal Injuries
Head/Neck Injuries
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries
Death

What to do after an Accident

File a Police Report- Even if you do not think you are injured at the time of the accident, you may feel the effects hours, or even days later.

Obtain Driver and Witness Contact Information- Be sure to get this information even if police have already included it in their report.

Document What Happened- Take pictures at the scene; and, as soon as possible after the accident, write down everything you can remember about what happened.

Preserve Evidence- Don’t get your bike fixed or replace your helmet.

Decide How to Proceed- If you decide to hire an attorney; do not talk to any insurance company until you have spoken with your attorney.

Contact an Experienced Bicycle Accident Attorney

Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys have been committed to getting their clients the compensation they deserve and making sure the defendant pays for the pain he or she caused. We understand that being injured causes lifetime pain and suffering. We put constant pressure on the insurance company and defendant involved to ensure you receive maximum monetary compensation.

No one should have to suffer because of someone else's mistake or negligence. Whether your injury was caused by a drunk driver, reckless or negligent driving, or even intentional misconduct, our aggressive and persistent pressure on the defendant will give us the information we need

At Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys, we dedicate our time and knowledge to your needs. With over 20 years of experience, we have shown each of our clients that we are committed to getting results. Our attorneys are available 24/7 nights and weekends in order to be there when you need us. Choose an attorney who is aggressive, dedicated, and experienced. Contact Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys today.

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