Protect Your Rights With An Evans, Georgia, Bicycle Accident Lawyer
Whether you’re just getting from point “a” to point “b,” trying to get some exercise in, or riding for fun, bicycling is a commonly enjoyed activity in Georgia. However, like with other activities and methods of transportation, there is a risk involved. Bicycle accidents are not uncommon, specifically those involving a motor vehicle. In these cases, injuries and damage can be costly. In Georgia, there are hundreds of bicycle crashes per year, with some even resulting in fatalities.
In these situations, it’s important to have an advocate on your side who can help you get the compensation you deserve. Proper compensation can help ensure you have what you need to cover all bills and expenses related to a bicycle accident. PJ Campanaro Attorney at Law can help people with the bicycle injury claim process. Ms. Campanaro has spent decades assisting people in personal injury law and with bicycle accidents in Evans and beyond.
Common Bicycle Accident Causes And Injuries
It’s important for everyone on the road to stay alert and vigilant of their surroundings, but bicyclists especially need to stay aware of what’s going on when riding. In an accident involving a motor vehicle and a bicycle, the bicyclist is almost always the one who ends up injured.
Some of the most common causes of bicycle accidents include:
- Distracted driving – not looking both ways or paying attention to the road, for both cyclists and drivers
- Dooring – occurs when someone opens a car door in front of an oncoming bicyclist
- Blind spots – riding in a driver’s blind spot can result in a crash if the driver tries to change lanes or drifts out of their lane
- Bicycle malfunction – some accidents can be caused if a bicycle is not working properly due to brake, steering or chain issues
Any one of these types of accidents can lead to serious injury for a cyclist. Some of the most common injuries suffered in bicycle accidents include:
- Brain injuries and concussions
- Road rash
- Fractures, broken bones and soft tissue injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Facial trauma
- Internal injuries
It’s important to seek medical attention after an accident, even if no injuries are apparent. Receiving proper medical care is crucial to help prevent long-term pain and other problems.
A bicycle accident lawyer can help you make sure everything is properly documented and that you receive the right compensation to cover medical bills and other expenses related to an accident.
What Kind Of Compensation Can You Receive?
Like with other personal injury cases, bicycle accident victims can receive multiple types of compensation for an accident. The three main types are:
- Economic damage: covers things like medical bills, property damage, lost wages, prescriptions, physical therapy and rehabilitation and other quantifiable monetary losses
- Noneconomic damage: covers intangible things to compensate for loss of joy in life, pain and suffering and mental trauma
- Punitive damage: used as a form of punishment if it’s found that the at-fault party acted with malice or intention in causing the accident
Your bicycle accident lawyer will help ensure you receive full, fair compensation in all applicable areas.
Do You Need An Attorney For These Cases?
A bicycle accident lawyer can be your best ally in an injury case. Your attorney can investigate the circumstances of your case to help prove fault, advocate for you in negotiations or in court and manage all paperwork and other documentation involved in your case. Working with an attorney not only gives you a better opportunity to secure full, fair compensation, but also allows you to focus on your recovery, while a legal professional handles your case.
Ms. Campanaro is well-versed in personal injury cases, including bicycle accidents. She is knowledgeable, caring and will do whatever she can to assist in this process. Clients can feel more confident in their case when working with an experienced bicycle accident lawyer like Ms. Campanaro.
How Can You Prove Whose Fault It Was?
There are several methods Ms. Campanaro can use to prove fault in a bicycle accident case. Having the right evidence can be the key to your case. After receiving the proper medical care and ensuring your own safety, it’s important to gather evidence from the scene. Photos and videos of the damage, surveillance footage from nearby cameras, witness statements and a police report can help prove fault in your case. Video and photo evidence as well as witness testimony can shed light on what happened and when and provide proof of who was responsible for the accident.
Work With An Attorney Today
If you’re seeking more information about your case, get in touch with the firm today. PJ Campanaro can evaluate your case, answer questions and lay out your options. Then, she can develop a strong legal strategy to help ensure you receive proper compensation for your accident. Schedule a free consultation today to get started. Use the online contact form or call 706-770-6868 to get in touch.