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Causes of Bicycle Accidents in Dallas

Most biking accidents are a result of where the cyclist was riding. It is dangerous for cyclists to be sharing the same roads as automobiles without the safety measures that a car or a truck provides to its drivers. The causes, however, can be broken down further into a few different categories.

Door Opening

Especially in downtown Dallas, drivers often parallel park their cars along the street very close to, or sometimes in, the bike lane. When a driver or passenger opens their door to get out of the car, their door will sometimes open into the bike lane. If this happens at the same time a cyclist is passing by, serious injuries can occur.

Dangerous Passing

Even when drivers pay close attention to the cyclists on the road, they sometimes pass within a few feet, given the proximity of bike lanes to driving lanes. If a driver fails to pay attention to where they are driving, even for a second, they can collide with a cyclist.

They don’t need to contact a cyclist to cause injury — a driver who “buzzes” a cyclist might run them off the road.

Turning

One of the more dangerous areas on the road for a cyclist can be the approach to an intersection. Cars making right-hand turns will often drift into bike lanes in anticipation of their turn. Driving into the bike lane, combined with drivers who don’t always pay close attention to cyclists, can be a recipe for disaster.

Defective Bicycle

Sometimes bicycle accidents have nothing to do with another vehicle at all. If your bicycle malfunctioned because of the negligence of a bicycle manufacturer, then the injuries resulting from a crash can be just as severe.

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What to Do After a Bike Accident in Dallas

After your bicycle accident, you should complete a few important steps to keep yourself healthy and give yourself the best possible chances of receiving the maximum compensation for your injuries.

Seek Medical Attention

First and foremost, addressing any injuries you may have sustained during your accident is important. The adrenaline from your accident may mask pain at first, which means you might have sustained injuries you aren’t immediately aware of.

Seeking medical attention might help alleviate this risk. Your claim may also depend upon establishing a link between the accident you were involved in and the injuries you sustained. Getting medical attention as soon as possible proves that the accident caused your injury.

Report and Document the Accident

If your accident occurred on the roadway, then make sure to file a report with the local law enforcement agency. If it occurred due to a malfunction of your bicycle, then make sure to file a report with the bicycle’s manufacturer.

After filing a report with the appropriate party, document your accident as thoroughly as possible. This can include taking pictures of your bike, the accident site, and other vehicles involved, collecting your receipts and medical records, and obtaining the contact information for any witnesses.

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Contact a Dallas Bicycle Accident Attorney

Don’t delay contacting a seasoned attorney following your accident. A competent lawyer can significantly enhance your chances of a favorable outcome by expertly managing all facets of your legal case. This can include:

• Timely filing of a lawsuit: An attorney will ensure that your lawsuit is filed within the statutory deadline, preventing you from forfeiting your rights to compensation due to untimely filing.
• Witness interviews: Lawyers have the experience and skills to thoroughly interview all pertinent witnesses, which can strengthen your case. They know what questions to ask to gather vital information about the accident.
• Interpretation of laws: Legal cases are often steeped in complex rules and regulations. A skilled attorney can meticulously navigate through relevant Texas and Dallas laws, making sense of how these regulations apply to your case and using them to protect your rights and interests.

Your journey to recovery begins with your decision to seek legal help. Engage a Dallas bicycle accident attorney to champion your cause, seeking the justice and compensation you rightly deserve.

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Determining Liability for a Bicycle Accident in Dallas

The first step in seeking compensation for your injuries is establishing that there is another “liable” party. A party is liable when they are legally responsible for your injuries. Proving someone’s liability typically means establishing that they had a legal obligation to conform their actions to a certain standard and failed to do so.

In a bicycle accident case, it is most common that establishing liability will come down to the driver of the automobile involved in your accident. Any driver operating a car or truck on the roads is obligated to follow the rules of the road. This includes driving sober, driving within all marked lines on the street, and avoiding distractions like texting while driving.

If a driver fails to follow these rules, and that failure is the cause of your accident, they might be liable for your injuries.

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Dallas Bicycle Laws

In addition to the laws that drivers of automobiles are obligated to follow, there are also laws that cyclists need to adhere to. The authority for these laws is the codes for the City of Dallas and some of the important regulations found within the codes for cyclists to adhere to include:

• Cyclists are subject to the same laws and ordinances applicable to the driver of any other vehicle. This means that the rules of the road apply the same to bicycles as they do to automobiles — cyclists need to stop at red lights and stop signs, signal their turns, and give the right-of-way to pedestrians.
• Cyclists under 18 are required to wear a helmet under the law. However, wearing a helmet is a good idea for all cyclists to help prevent or lessen the impact of head injuries.
• It is unlawful for a cyclist to ride their bike on a sidewalk anywhere except for the core of downtown Dallas. Even then, cyclists must continue to give pedestrians the right-of-way and should give an audible signal when they are approaching.

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How to File a Bicycle Accident Claim in Dallas

The first step in filing a claim for your bicycle accident injuries should be to contact an experienced Dallas attorney. A lawyer can help you evaluate your claim, determine your options, possible outcomes, and next steps. Filing an accident claim consists of two major components.

Research and Investigation

The first step in the claim filing process will entail your attorney researching and gathering all the necessary information and evidence your claim might need. This may include putting together all your medical records, researching the case law and statutory law pertaining to your situation, and inspecting the accident scene.

Settlement Negotiations

Most personal injury claims will be settled with the opposing party’s insurance company. Therefore, having a qualified attorney representing you throughout your case is important.

A Dallas bike accident attorney can ensure that you aren’t taken advantage of by unscrupulous insurance companies who are out to pay you as little as legally possible. Your case may proceed to trial if you can’t reach a settlement agreement with the insurance company.

Learn More: How to Negotiate with an Insurance Company

What Is My Case Worth?

Victims of bicycle accidents have many pressing concerns after their accidents. These can include not getting to work, not being able to enjoy their usual life activities, and the stress of recovering from their physical injuries.

However, one of the main concerns bicycle accident victims have is what their case might be worth. There is no foolproof way to provide an estimate without the facts of your case, but any money you receive will typically be comprised of three types of damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are the readily calculable damages you incur that can be tied to some objective measure. These usually include medical bills, lost wages, and property damage.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages refer to the pain and suffering you experience due to your injuries. Non-economic damages are not tied to an objective measure like economic damages but are intended to make you whole again after your accident.

Punitive Damages

In certain cases, punitive damages may be available. Unlike the other types of damages, which focus on making the victim whole again, punitive damages are intended to punish the wrongdoer for their actions and deter other people from acting similarly.

Learn More: How to Calculate the Value of Case

Contact Zinda Law Group Today

Bicycle accident victims have a lot on their plate — the Dallas attorneys at Zinda Law Group may be able to take some of the stress away by handling the legal side of your affairs. We believe that accident victims shouldn’t worry about their ability to afford legal representation, so we use a no-win, no-fee policy. You don’t pay us anything unless we win your case.

If you or a loved one has been in a bicycle accident, contact the Dallas biking accident lawyers at Zinda Law Group and set up a free consultation.

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