If you were injured in a bicycle accident in Georgia or South Carolina, contact our Bicycle Accident Lawyers who understand what you are going through and are motivated to help.
We have three Georgia offices in Atlanta, Savannah, and Athens and one in Okatie, South Carolina to serve you.
A collision between a bike and a motor-vehicle often ends in life-threatening or fatal injuries. These types of accidents usually have a devastating impact on the bicyclists because cyclists lack the same type of steel protection provided to automobiles.
Often drivers are not paying attention or are distracted by things they should not be, like their cell phones or other passengers.
They are not paying attention to cyclists, making bike riders an easily overlooked object on Georgia and South Carolina roads and highways. It only takes 20 to 30 mph of impact to create a devastating crash resulting in a rider suffering catastrophic injuries
Common Bike Accident Claims We Handle
Cyclists need a competent lawyer who understands the dangers of cycling in Georgia or South Carolina and who are well-versed with the laws.
The Brown Firm will work tirelessly to settle your dispute through settlement negotiations, arbitration or mediation, and aggressive trial advocacy.
Contact our Top Bike Accident Lawyers; we are passionate and committed to protecting injured cyclists rights and obtaining the compensation needed to recover from your bike injury accident fully.
Bikers are often hit by someone making a turn without looking or making an illegal turn, struck by a rear-view mirror, backed into, or even grazed by an open door in their pathway by an unmindful driver or passenger.
If you or a beloved family member was injured in a biking accident, you have got a lot on your plate, starting with recovering both emotionally and physically.
At The Brown Firm, we will handle all administrative and legal complications of your case so you can focus on reclaiming your life and health.
The Brown Firm has Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers will manage all legal case procedures including:
From the time we are retained by an injured bicyclist, our Bike Accident Attorneys begin a through an investigation into the circumstances that may have caused or contributed to the accident.
The Brown Firm has a team of specialists and experts, who are experienced in retrieving evidence from the scene and securing witness statements to build a strong case in recovering the highest settlement possible and a favorable outcome for our clients.
As the popularity of using bicycles to navigate in congested cities and busy business, areas continues to grow so does the number of bike wrecks.
Thousands of bicyclists suffer injuries every year such as bone fractures, concussions, punctured wounds, road rash, total or partial paralysis, spinal cord injuries, eye damage, lost or broken teeth, severe brain damage, and death.
To increase bike safety, many cities have implemented more bicycle paths, those located off major roadways, as well as more bicycle lanes on the roadways. Although they reduce the risk of automobile wrecks, they present their risks.
These paths are not always well designed, maintained, or supervised, creating hazards and possible serious accidents.
Common wrecks apt on bike paths include Bicycle/Pedestrian Accidents, Bicycle/Bicycle Accidents, and Bike Path Defects.
While there are a variety of possible injuries that can be suffered in a bicycle-motor vehicle crash, the most severe is a head injury.
Brain injuries are the leading cause of death in bicycle accidents and can leave survivors with permanent disabilities. It is due to the complexities and severity of traumatic brain injuries that it is imperative cyclists obtain legal representation to help them recover financial compensation in a bicycle accident case.
The Brown Firm will use all necessary resources to prove and demonstrate to the jury the implications of the injury. For example, exerting expert testimony such as physicians in the field of neurophysiology demonstrating the personal and financial obstructions our clients endured due to the seriousness of the injury.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration over 600 cyclists perish each year and over 52,000 are hurt in bicycle-motor vehicle crashes. While on the roadways bike riders are treated like other motor vehicles and bicyclists are expected to obey Georgia and South Carolina Traffic Laws.
With that being said, drivers of cars, trucks, and SUV’s are obligated to follow specific guidelines and undertake certain safety precautions that are outlined for the protection of bike riders due to their increased level of vulnerability on Georgia roadways.
A few statewide precautions constructed to protect bicyclists include:
As a means of helping to avoid accident-related injuries it is important to wear the proper protective gear while cycling including; helmets, shoulder pads, and knee pads. Also properly equip your bike with safety paraphernalia such as headlights, bells, and horns.
Always bike defensively and beware of your surroundings be cautious of distracted drivers and try to make yourself known or slow down if they can't see you.
Most importantly, never ride against traffic this is a highly dangerous bike riding practice that should always be averted. Year after year, bike riders are injured, and even worse killed, because they choose to ride down the wrong side of the road.
First off, always contact an experienced Bike Accident Lawyer before speaking to an insurance company.
Be very cautious if you get the pleasure of interacting with an adjuster, agent, or anyone from the insurance company; remember they are not your ally and they have been thoroughly trained to pay out as little as possible on injury claims.
It's customary for insurance companies to record all of their calls and your statements to them will certainly be used against you. Any innocuous statements you make to them may very well be harmful to your case later on.
By law, cyclists have rights and are entitled to compensation for the cost of repairs or even replacement of your damaged bicycle. If your bike wreck was significant enough to total your bike, then you are entitled to be compensated for the replacement value of your bike.
Don’t let insurance companies trick you into settling for a depreciated value of your bike. There is no standard procedure for determining bike values—before you have any repairs done to your damaged bike schedule for an adjuster from the insurance company to inspect it themselves.
In most circumstances, the insurance company will send an adjuster to inspect the bike and try to value it as low as possible. Keep in mind, the adjuster will probably have no clue about bike values as they are used to looking at cars. They will take plenty of pictures so be prepared to point out the damage, the parts that are expensive and what they sell for, etc., It can only help your claim.
If you or a loved one were injured in a bike-related accident in Georgia or South Carolina, you may need immediate assistance in obtaining medical care and dealing with insurance company hassles and legal issues.
The dedicated personal injury lawyers at The Brown Firm can recover damages including medical expenses, rehabilitative therapy, loss of income, disability or disfigurement compensation, a decline of earning potential due to a permanent injury/disability, pain and suffering awards, and payments for other physical and mental injuries.
The Brown Firm has over 30 years of personal injury litigation experience and the skill and knowledge to provide powerful and respected legal representation throughout the duration of your bike accident case.
Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, so our clients don't pay a dime until a settlement is reached or a judgment in your lawsuit.
This is just one of the many ways we put our clients needs first to try and ease their distress during such difficult times.
Contact our top Bike Accident Injury Attorneys today to get the compensation and justice you deserve. We have Law offices in Atlanta, Savannah, and Athens, GA as well as in Okatie, SC to assist you with your Bike Accident Injury Lawsuit.
Harry understands client injuries like only a treating medical provider can. This experience has provided him with first-hand knowledge in effective case evaluation and handling of personal injury claims.
Our superior customer service is backed by a staff that truly cares about you, and an attorney who has the gratitude, understanding and compassion for your specific circumstances.
It is this unique customer service approach that sets us apart from other Personal Injury firms
The Brown Firm is truly amazing and I have nothing but RESPECT for them all. I've never been in an accident so I didn't know where to have my expectations, Peter was awesome and reassure me that we had a winning case. When you have a team of attorneys who is working to make sure you get everything you deserve that is beyond fantastic. I am truly blessed to have had The Brown Firm representing me in my case. I recommended everyone to call them, you won't be disappointed I promise you that.
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There are no words that can truly express our gratitude to the Brown Firm for guiding and exceeding our expectations in 4 Accident cases. Mr. Harry Brown personally took the time to call me, discuss strategy, confirmed my comfort on every level and extended his personal cell phone number. In all cases Mr. Brown and his team was able to secure my family with a higher settlement than anticipated. They were professional and assertive in their approach. I would highly recommend the Brown Firm to anyone in need of legal guidance with an accident.
Really nice and caring people, kept me updated throughout the entire process. This was my first time need a lawyer and the exceeded all my expectations. Would definitely recommend.
Hiring a Bicycle Accident Injury Attorney will not cost you any upfront legal fees, because they work on what is called a Contingency Fee Basis, and also provide a Free Consultation.
A Contingency Fee Basis means that you do not pay any legal fees upfront, and your attorneys only collect a fee in the form of a small percentage of your final settlement.
Working on a Contingency Fee Basis is very beneficial to Bike Accident Injury Victims because they can rest assured knowing that their attorney will do everything in their power to maximize their settlement for them.
Usually, you will not need to go to trial during your Bike Accident Injury Lawsuit. Most of the time, a settlement will be reached between your attorney and the at-fault party's insurance company. However, your attorney will discuss with you what the best option is for you to receive the largest settlement possible, and occasionally that can mean going to trial.
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