Jacksonville Bicycle Accident Lawyer

Bicycling in the Florida sunshine should be an enjoyable experience. This joyous activity can quickly turn bad if a driver crashes into you, leaving you with expensive medical bills and the inability to work.

If you are dealing with injuries or medical bills from a bicycle accident, reach out to one of our bicycle accident lawyers in Jacksonville, Florida today at 904-549-6065.

Bicycling in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville, FL, is home to warm weather, beautiful sights, and many bike paths and trails. It is also home to many automobile drivers, with both residents and tourists making up the Jacksonville, FL, community. The city recognizes its many cyclists and has made an effort to design ample bike paths. Unfortunately, accidents still happen.

Common Bicycle Accident Risks

In addition to bike paths, cyclists are also permitted to utilize the same roads drivers do. However, the city expects cyclists to follow the same rules of the road. These are a few of the most common bicycle accident risks:

• Distracted driving
• Equipment failure
• Driving under the influence
• Not following Florida’s road rules or signs
• Lack of safety devices

Both the cyclist and the automobile driver can be at fault. The city can also be at fault, if a city vehicle strikes a cyclist or if the city fails to property maintain city sidewalks or bike paths. Under Florida’s pure comparative negligence laws, however, you can still seek compensation for an accident you are partially to blame for, as long as another party holds the majority of the blame.

Discussing the details of your case with a bicycle accident lawyer in Jacksonville can help you better understand your legal options. Call us today at 904-549-6065.

Preventing A Bicycle Accident

Unfortunately, cyclists often suffer more significant of injuries following a bicycle accident. Bicycles do not have the same safety devices or barriers automobiles do. For this reason, Florida expects automobile drivers to always look out for pedestrians or cyclists.

Additionally, cyclists should be aware of Florida’s cyclist laws before riding a bike on Jacksonville’s roads. A few of the rules include:

• A bicycle should only be used by the number of occupants it is designed for.
• Children under the age of four or under 40 pounds must be in a carrier.
• Children riding bicycles under the age of 16 must always wear a helmet.
• Cyclists must use the intended bike path if one exists.

There are many rules that apply to Florida cyclists. Understanding these rules can help ensure you have a safe and enjoyable cycling experience. When possible, it is also important to wear the appropriate safety equipment when cycling.

Florida’s Bicycle Accident Statute of Limitations

It is important we stay within Florida’s statute of limitations. We must file all bicycle accident cases within two years from the date of the injury. If the case includes wrongful death, then we must file within two years from the date of the death.

Building a case can take some time. Additionally, if you are no longer able to work, it might be important to collect compensation faster. Reach out to a bicycle accident lawyer in Jacksonville as soon as possible at 904-549-6065.

How We Help with Your Bicycle Accident Case

We understand the aftermath of a bicycle accident is often emotional and painful. Our personal injury lawyers in Jacksonville help you every step of the way, fighting to get you the compensation you deserve.

Complimentary Consultation

It is normal to have a lot of questions following an injury. Determining liability and evaluating damages can be confusing. By scheduling a no-obligation, free consultation with a bicycle accident lawyer at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers, we can begin investigating the details of your case. Call us today at 904-549-6065.

Calculate Damages

Bicycle accidents are often severe. They can leave you with expensive, ongoing medical needs. If you cannot work, you might lose out on pay and benefits that you and your family count on. It is important we calculate every way the bicycle accident affected your life.

We fight to recover the following costs:

• Medical expenses (past, present, and future)
• Plastic surgery costs
• Childcare
• Temporary or permanent assistive devices
• Lost wages
• Lost benefits
• Pain and suffering

Determine Fault

The other party might attempt to place some of the blame on you. By collecting information from witness statements, a police report, medical records, and photograph or video evidence, we can identify who was at fault for the bicycle accident. If necessary, we also recreate the scene of the accident.

Represent You When You Need It Most

Suffering a bicycle accident can have both financial and emotional impacts. In addition to the incurred medical expenses, you might now be fearful of an activity you once enjoyed. We also understand how overwhelming it can be to manage the legal process while you recover.

At Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers, we value your health and wellbeing most importantly. We manage the day to day of your case, allowing you to focus on your recovery. During this time, we also keep you in control of the legal process, ensuring you are fairly compensated for your injuries.

Talk with a Bicycle Accident Lawyer in Jacksonville, FL, Today

You were enjoying the beautiful weather biking along downtown Jacksonville, FL, when a distracted driver swerved into your lane. You attempted to avoid the accident by swerving, only to experience a bicycle accident. The driver held a legal duty of care for your safety, and the neglect left you with an injury. This injury is going to affect your life and it is only right that he cover any costs you experience.

We will fight for you, collecting the compensation you need to make your life easier after the accident. Call one of our bicycle accident lawyers today at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers at 904-549-6065.