Florida Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Florida law offers a degree of protection to bicycle riders, pertaining to their right of way, responsibilities, and their legal recourse in the wake of a serious auto accident. At Smith & Stallworth, we work to hold motorists responsible for injuries caused to cyclists due to negligence, recklessness and wrongdoing. If you have lost a loved one or yourself have been injured in a bicycle accident in Florida, take a moment to talk to an attorney at our firm about your legal options. You may be surprised to learn that there are ways you can hold the negligent driver responsible for the physical and emotional pain they have caused you and your family.
Your initial consultation with a Florida bicycle accident lawyer is free. Our firm also works on a contingency fee basis, meaning we do not recover legal fees unless we win your case.
Bike Accidents and Injuries in Florida
Although the overall number of auto accident fatalities decreased by 5.8% from 2007 to 2008, the number of cyclist fatalities increased by 2.1% and the number of cyclist injuries increased by 21%, from 43,000 to 52,000.
Day by day, automobiles and bicycles must share the road. Interaction on city streets and in residential areas is quite common, and bicycle accidents may easily occur if a driver is not paying attention or ignores a cyclist’s right of way. Common examples of bicycle accidents in Florida include:
- A driver turning into a bicyclist’s path
- A driver failing to yield the right of way at a stoplight or stop sign
- Drunk driving
- Pulling out into a street directly in front of a cyclist
- A motorist driving past a bicyclist and not paying attention, causing an accident
By investigating your accident and determining its cause, then working to recover the financial compensation you deserve through negotiations or in civil court, our firm can help you begin rebuilding your life and recovering.
For more information about Florida bicycle accident claims and lawsuits, contact Smith & Stallworth today!
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