Alameda Bike Accident Lawyers
Alameda Bicycle Accidents
Bike riding is not only a great outdoor activity, but also a form of inexpensive transportation. More and more individuals are replacing cars with bikes as their primary mode of transportation, particularly in more urban areas. Although bike riding may seem like a relatively safe activity, bike accident injuries and fatalities are occurring at an alarming rate. The U.S. Department of Transportation reports bicycle accident deaths account for almost two percent of all traffic fatalities. Almost two cyclists are killed in bicycle crashes every day of the year in the U.S.
If you have lost a loved one in a tragic Alameda bicycle accident and are not sure where to seek help, contact the law firm of Estey Bomberger. Our Alameda bicycle accident lawyers have extensive experience handling wrongful death cases. In fact, severe personal injury and wrongful death cases are the only cases we represent. We understand the delicate situation surviving family members now face and will do everything we can to make the legal process a smooth one.
Causes of Alameda Bicycle Accidents
Inattentive driver
Drivers who lose focus of the road often cause bicycle accidents. What causes a driver to lose focus? According to one study, the number one reason drivers became distracted while driving was because they were searching for something dropped on the car floor. In the same study, the second most common reason for inattentive drivers was due to spilled coffee. Texting and talking on the cell phone are also big distractions for drivers on California’s highways, freeways and roads.
Road conditions
Hazardous road conditions can contribute to an Alameda bicycle accident happening. A cyclist can easily lose balance and fall from a bike after striking an uneven road surface. Many cyclists have also been thrown off their bikes after hitting a pothole. Loose gravel, overgrown landscaping and road debris can result in a devastating bike accident.
Alameda Bicycle Accident Injuries
Although helmets can protect cyclists from traumatic head injuries, helmets do not protect the rest of the body from serious injury in a bike crash. Many cyclists suffer spinal cord injuries, back injuries, neck injuries, bone fracture injuries, amputation (severed limb) injuries, burn injuries, internal organ injuries, road rash, bruises and lacerations. It is also not uncommon for injured cyclists to experience emotional injuries as well. Experiencing an event as traumatic as a severe bike collision can inflict posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression and acute stress disorder.
Alameda Bicycle Accident Compensation
If you suffered an injury in an Alameda bicycle accident, you may be able to recover monetary compensation for medical treatment, physical therapy, lost earnings from missed time at work, disfigurement, and pain and suffering. Family members suffering from the loss of a loved one may be entitled to compensation for funeral expenses, medical bills, deceased’s anticipated earnings, loss of companionship and loss of support. At Estey Bomberger, we understand how important a fair settlement is to our clients’ future well being and will campaign for justice.
We Work on a Contingency Fee Basis
Don’t hesitate to contact the law firm of Estey Bomberger. We take all cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that you will not have to pay any fees until our Alameda bicycle accident attorneys have won your case. There is little time to act, so call (510) 978-4380 today. A review of your potential case is free and you can reach our staff 24 hours a day.