Get the legal help you need after a bike accident.
Bike accidents are one of the most devastating types of accidents a person can survive, especially when the accident involves a motor vehicle. Even if the bike rider wears all the recommended safety gear, they are likely to suffer serious injuries. At the end of the day, they don’t have much protection at all.
Studies show that bike accidents are often the fault of a motor vehicle driver. If you have been involved in a bike accident in which you weren’t at fault, contact Greg Jackson Law as soon as possible for legal consultation with a bike accident attorney.
Why drivers often cause bike accidents.
Collisions between bikes and cars are often the result of the driver not checking their blind spot when they change lanes. Another common cause is a driver turning right in front of an oncoming bike or swiping a bike rider who is riding on the road. In short, it is often the case that drivers are not looking out for bike riders.
What to do if you’re the victim of a bike accident.
In the state of Texas, you have legal protection when you are riding your bike. If you are injured while doing so, then you should get medical care as soon as possible. Gather as much information as you can about the other parties involved in the accident, witnesses and the specifics of the accident. Then contact a bike accident attorney who can help you pursue your claim.
There may be an at-fault party you have not considered.
When a bike rider is involved in an accident in which there is no driver, they often assume that this means that there is no one who can be held responsible. This is false. It may be that the manufacturer of the bike is at fault in your accident. It may be that streets or roads were not maintained or marked properly, in which case the city or county may be responsible. Your attorney will be able to assess the situation and determine who may be at fault.
You have limited time to file an injury claim.
If you are injured in an accident with a driver, then in most cases you will have two years to file an injury claim. However, if the defendant is a government agency, then you may have only six months to send a formal notice of claim. There are exceptions to both rules, but it is important to contact an attorney as soon as you can to ensure that you know what your options are.
At Greg Jackson Law, I am standing by to help you find the best possible outcome for your case. Whether that involves aggressive negotiation on your behalf or taking your case to court, I am ready to take it on. Call me now at (817) 926-1003 for a consultation.
