Things to Know if You've Been Injured in a Bicycle Accident

If you have been in a bicycle accident, you are encouraged to consult with a lawyer who has a proven track record with bicycle injuries – even if you do not end up hiring one. Reason being, bicycle accident cases tend to be more complex than typical auto accident or pedestrian accident cases because the right-of-way is so often in question.

Santa Cruz bicycle accident attorney Brad D. Wiles is an avid cyclist and a member of the Santa Cruz County Cycling Club, and as such, not only knows the unique complexity of bicycle accident injuries, he also takes special pride in handling bicycle accident cases and ensuring that bicycle accident victims are treated fairly when resolving their claims.

It is Mr. Wiles' opinion that parties involved in auto vs. bicycle accidents are far more seriously injured than those in auto vs. auto cases. A bicyclist is extremely vulnerable to the huge, heavy automobile that may strike them on the road knocking to them ground. Mr. Wiles believes that bicycle victims stand in a very unique position and are entitled to substantially larger recoveries based on their vulnerable position and the likelihood of more serious injuries.

Bicycle Accidents Involving Under-Insured or Uninsured Motorists

If you are a bicyclist injured by an uninsured or under-insured motorist, your own automobile insurance policy may cover your injuries despite the fact that you were not in your car at the time of the accident. The circumstances of each case may differ including the insurance policies involved, the type and severity of injuries, and whether or not there is insurance available. The Law Offices of Brad D. Wiles in Santa Cruz will be able to help you recover compensation for your injuries even if the driver who hit you was uninsured or under insured.

Most people do not realize that if they do have automobile insurance that insurance will follow them while on their bicycle if involved in an automobile accident. This is a very important fact that goes unnoticed in many cases.

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