San Francisco Bicycle Accident Lawyer
Assisting Clients in San Francisco with Bicycle Accident Claims
With the large number of bicycles that operate on roads in and around the city of San Francisco, bicycle accidents are unfortunately all too common. These accidents typically occur when motor vehicle operators fail to drive in a safe and responsible manner. These accidents can also happen when road defects, such as cracks and potholes, cause a bicyclist to lose control and fall to the ground.
Injuries that bicycle accident victims suffer are oftentimes very serious. This is because bicyclists do not have a protective shell or covering surrounding them when they are on the road. The only covering that they have is their helmet, and even helmets are not infallible in the event of a bicycle accident. Victims of bicycle accidents can suffer serious and debilitating injuries, including fractures, soft tissue injuries, back injuries, and head injuries.
If you have recently been injured in a bicycle accident, the San Francisco bicycle accident attorneys at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. can help you pursue the monetary compensation that you deserve.
Potential Causes of San Francisco Bicycle Accidents
Bicycle accidents that happen in and around San Francisco have many potential causes. In some instances, motor vehicle operators speed, weave in and out of traffic, and violate other California rules of the road, causing them to negligently strike bicyclists. Distracted driving is another common cause of San Francisco bicycle accidents. A motor vehicle operator engages in distracted driving when he or she pays more attention to a cell phone or other electronic device than the roadway. Moreover, drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs often fail to see a bicyclist and cause a collision.
In some cases, bicycle accidents do not occur because of driver negligence. The roadway or bicycle lane may be defective in some way. For example, there may be large potholes and other defects in the road that might cause a bicyclist to lose his or her balance and fall to the ground. When that happens, the injured bicyclist could assert a claim against the city for negligent roadway maintenance.
Potential Damages in San Francisco Bicycle Accident Cases
Victims of bicycle accidents in San Francisco might be eligible to recover various types of damages. First, they will need to prove that another driver or other individual or entity acted unreasonably under the circumstances and brought about the accident and injuries. If the bicycle accident victim can legally prove his or her case, then damages might be recoverable. The accident victim could pursue his or her medical costs, lost wages, and noneconomic damages, including compensation for pain, suffering, and inconvenience resulting from the accident.
Speak to a San Francisco Bicycle Accident Lawyer
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident that occurred in the San Francisco area, the experienced legal team at The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc. is ready to help. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a San Francisco bicycle accident attorney, please call us at (415) 433-0444 or contact us online today.
