New Haven Bicycle Accident Attorney
Bicycling is becoming increasingly popular. It is a fun, inexpensive, and environmentally sensitive means of transportation and recreation. However, with substantially more bikers on the road, the number of New Haven bicycle accidents has also risen. Bicyclists can strictly follow the rules of the road by using crosswalks, obeying traffic lights, looking both ways before crossing the street, using hand signals when turning, and using bike lanes and still become victims of a road accident.
Injured bicyclists can face significant financial strain after a serious accident. If you or a loved one has been wrongfully injured in a bicycle accident in Connecticut, Lynch, Traub, Keefe & Errante can help you recover the compensation you need and deserve.
Why Choose Our New Haven Personal Injury Lawyers?
At Lynch, Traub, Keefe & Errante, our New Haven personal injury lawyers understand the many needs injured bicyclists face. Whether it’s a broken leg, traumatic brain injury, or other serious injuries, we will fully develop your bicycle injury claim and seek the maximum compensation from the at-fault party on your behalf.
Our lawyers work on a no-win-no-fee basis, and will work aggressively on your behalf to recover compensation from the party or parties whose negligence or recklessness led to the New Haven bicycle accident in which you were injured.
Bicycle Accident Injuries in New Haven
Bicyclists have no seat belts or airbags to protect them when they get into a road accident. Furthermore, without the body of a car around them, they are also closer to the surface of the road. This means that bicyclists are some of the most vulnerable people on the road.
This also means that bicycle accidents often result in serious injuries, such as:
- Head injuries;
- Traumatic brain injuries;
- Severe road rash;
- Broken bones;
- Fractures;
- Spinal cord injuries; and in the most tragic of cases,
- Death
Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
There are various ways that a bicyclist can be injured in an accident that wasn’t their fault. For instance, a driver can pull out into the bicyclist’s path without seeing them, or open a car door into a passing bicyclist.
A bicycle accident can also happen because of road conditions, such as a pothole or poor visibility due to inadequate or faulty lighting. There might also be a spill or slick spot on the road that causes a bicycle accident, or an obstruction in the road that shouldn’t have been there.
But, whatever the circumstances, if you have been injured in a bicycle accident in Connecticut that wasn’t your fault, our expert New Haven bicycle accident lawyers are here to help.
Compensation for Bicycle Accident Injuries in Connecticut
If you have been wrongfully injured in a bicycle accident in New Haven, you have a right to file a personal injury claim against the at-fault party. By doing so, you can recover damages, such as:
- Medical costs;
- Lost earnings;
- Damage to your bike;
- Pain and suffering; and
- More
Depending on the circumstances of your case, the at-fault party could be the driver of a motor vehicle, a pedestrian, another bicyclist, or if the accident was caused by a defect in the road, it could be a government agency or municipal authority.
Contact an Experienced Connecticut Bicycle Accident Lawyer at Lynch, Traub, Keefe & Errante
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident in Connecticut that was caused by someone else, we can help you hold the at-fault party accountable for your injuries and losses. Call Lynch, Traub, Keefe & Errante today at 203-800-7343, toll-free at 888-692-7403, or fill out our online contact form to arrange a free consultation with an experienced New Haven bicycle accident lawyer. We are always on hand to discuss your case with you and explain how we can help.