Bradenton Bicycle Accident Lawyer
There aren’t many things that are more enjoyable than riding your bike and enjoying Bradenton scenery, whether it’s for exercise, pleasure, or as a way of commute to work. However, there’s another side of Florida you can’t ignore – the impatient drivers who believe that the road belongs solely to automobiles; the distracted drivers so engaged in a cell phone conversation that they fail to see cyclists on the road; as well as the drivers speeding and ignoring stop signs and traffic lights, and who use bike lanes as if they were intended for cars. If you or a loved one have been hurt in a bicycle accident, talk to a bicycle accident lawyer and check if you’re entitled to compensation.
For Free Consultation, Contact Dan Zohar – Bicycle Accident Lawyer Bradenton Florida
Dan Zohar is a professional attorney and a personal injury lawyer with more than 30 years of professional experience dealing with cases just like yours.
Florida is one of the most dangerous states for cyclists. Almost 5,000 bicycle crashes caused 76 deaths and 4,600 injuries to cyclists in 2010 alone. Those injuries include back injuries, brain injuries, broken or fractured bones, burn injuries, spinal cord injuries, whiplash injuries, just to name a few.
If a car strikes you while you are riding your bicycle, try to stay calm and get out of the oncoming traffic. However, try to avoid excessive motion, as you might be injured. If you are able, call for the police; you will need a report of the issue for your insurance and possibly for a claim.
Other Things You Can Do in Case of an Accident
Seek medical attention right away. Remember, not all injuries will be immediately apparent at the scene of the accident. Firstly, there’s a lot of adrenaline coursing through your body and you might not even feel injured. Secondly, certain symptoms can take 24-48 hours to appear. And lastly, having medical records can help you prove negligence and win a fair settlement.
Take photos of the scene of the accident, as well as damages to your bike and the car that hit you. Also, take photos of the scene of the accident itself, any debris and glass on the roadway, and the surrounding intersections. Photos can be used as evidence in your claim, which help you build a stronger case. If you require extensive medical attention and cannot take photos yourself, ask a friend or a relative to do it for you.
Consult a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. They can help you throughout the complicated personal injury claim process and advise you along the way. They will also deal with insurance companies bombarding you with calls and questions about the accident. This, in turn, will help you ensure you don’t say something that might end up used against you.
A personal injury attorney will also help you assess your case and come up with a rough estimate of what a fair settlement in your case would be. Remember, insurance companies want you to settle for as little money as possible.
For Free Consultation, Contact Dan Zohar – Bicycle Accident Lawyer Bradenton Florida
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