Northern California
Bicycle Accident Attorney

In most cases, a police officer’s report is not admissible as evidence in court. You may not realise you have a problem establishing fault until it is too late to preserve the evidence, conduct a thorough investigation, and locate and acquire witness statements, among other things. At Attorney Group, we handle situations where our fee is contingent on a successful recovery for you. You owe no fee if there is no recovery.
Our investigators can also recover and document evidence while it is still fresh, ensuring that supporting evidence is not lost.

You cannot if you are an adult. Only minors are mandated to put on an accepted helmet under the Californian law. Despite this, because the Attorney Group has visible such a lot of critically injured bicyclists, we strongly suggest that all bicycle riders must put on helmets while riding. You can’t control what everyone else does, so taking this safety precaution seems like a no-brainer no matter how careful you are.

Always seek an experienced bicycle accident attorney before speaking with an adjuster. The adjuster’s objective is to lower the amount paid to satisfy your claim by the insurance company, and they’re looking for information they may use to do so. Allow your lawyer to communicate with the insurance company to avoid any misunderstandings that could be used against you. Do not consent to being taped. Never talk to or accept advice from an insurance adjuster, and never provide any details about your bicycle accident. You may not be aware of all of the facts at the outset, nor of the full extent of your injuries. Speak with an expert bicycle accident attorney first to protect your rights.

If you are able, contact the police. Tell them everything you know about the vehicle, the driver, and where you are. Find witnesses as soon as possible. When authorities obtain the licence plate number, they can often find the person who is responsible.

Your insurance company’s uninsured motorist (UM) liability coverage may be able to help you pay your obligations if the driver is not identified. This is where an experienced lawyer can assist you.

Every case is unique, and the value of each one is determined by a multitude of circumstances. One consideration is how your injury affects your daily life and how uncomfortable it is. Before the injury, how active were you? What has been misplaced? What can you do to lessen the severity of your injury? Other considerations include past and future medical expenditures, missed wages, opportunities, and so on.

An skilled attorney can assess the circumstances of your case to estimate the value of your claim.

It all depends on who caused the accident. Those who are careless may be held accountable. The vehicle driver, the vehicle owner, the bicycle or vehicle maker or retailer, the bicycle repair shop, and/or a governmental agency that oversees and maintains the route where the bicycle accident occurred could all be involved. CAUTION: In California, if a government agency is involved, they are afforded further protection. So, whether or not you are a juvenile, you must file your governmental claim with it within six months of the bicycle accident, otherwise the judge may deny your claim.