Cycling for fun, exercise, or to be a more eco-friendly commuter is becoming increasingly popular in Chapel Hill. As a college town, seeing many bicyclists out and about is not unusual. Cyclists in North Carolina have many of the same rights and privileges of the roadway as a car or truck, including the right to use a full lane to travel. Unfortunately, in a crash between a cyclist and a motorist, the bike rider often suffers the most – often grievously so.
If you’ve been hurt in a bicycle accident, whether you were hit by a car, another cyclist or pedestrian, or if you fell because of a poorly maintained road or bike path, turn to the legal team at Burton Law Firm. We represent injured victims like you in personal injury claims and can help you seek full and fair compensation for your losses after a bike accident. Call today for a free case review with a skilled Chapel Hill, NC, bicycle accident lawyer.
How A Chapel Hill Bicycle Accident Lawyer Can Help After An Accident
Some bicycle accidents are just that—an unfortunate tumble. Many other times, though, the accident could have been avoided had another party taken necessary care to ensure your safety. Most bike accidents are caused by inattentive drivers hitting the cyclist, and these are a large portion of the cases we handle. We may gather evidence that the driver was distracted or even under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Other accidents may be caused because the roads themselves were fundamentally unsafe. The city of Chapel Hill, Orange or Durham County, or another municipality may be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the roads or bike path you were traveling on. If they failed to do so, and the road was fundamentally unsafe for bike travel, the municipality may be liable for your injuries. We’re fully prepared to build a case against a government entity on your behalf, in much the same way as we build a case against a person who caused an injurious bike crash.
What Kind Of Compensation Can I Receive After A Bike Accident?
The at-fault party may be liable for covering all related economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are material losses like medical care, replacing your bike, and unearned wages if you miss work.
You can also demand fair compensation for the pain and suffering of your injuries and the trauma you experienced in the accident. Being struck by a car is scary, and many victims develop situational anxiety or PTSD after the accident. The settlement can help pay for therapy or counseling to address these issues.
Fighting For Your Rights – Learn More In A Free Consultation
The attorneys at Burton Law Firm have decades of combined experience representing bicycle riders like you. We know how to properly build a case against a negligent driver, the municipality responsible for keeping bike trials in good repair, and everyone in between. We have the resources to pursue compensation in even the most complicated cases and are ready to fight for you. Contact us today to talk to a Chapel Hill bicycle accident lawyer.