Bicycle Accidents
When you're involved in an accident on your bicycle, the resulting injuries can be severe or even life-changing. That's why the professionals at BBB Attorneys are here to help you get the compensation you deserve.
Fighting For CT Bicycle Riders in Accidents
Winning Bicycle Accident Cases in
Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield & Litchfield County
When a person riding a bicycle is involved in an accident with a vehicle, it can be a terrifying experience. A collision between a bicyclist and vehicles weighing many tons can cause both serious physical damage and mental trauma to the bike rider. The injured bicyclist should be focused on making a full and complete recovery, but being forced to argue with the insurance companies can make matters even worse. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize the rider’s injuries or even try to blame the bicyclist. BBB Attorneys
will work to protect our clients involved in bicycle accidents and their rights against aggressive insurance companies, aiming to recover fair compensation for physical and mental injuries. If you have been in an accident involving your bicycle, contact our skilled injury lawyers right away.
According to the
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), a total of 961 bicyclists were killed in crashes with motor vehicles in 2021.
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Laws Regarding Bicycle Accidents
Working under the assumption that a collision between a motor vehicle and a bicycle is unintentional, these claims are pursued under the legal theory of negligence. Negligence, simply put, is when a person has a responsibility to act in a way that keeps others out of harm. In order for a negligence claim to succeed, there are five elements that must be met:
Statute of Limitations for Accident Claims
One other aspect for bicycle accident claims in Connecticut must be kept in mind. The legal concept of statute of limitations places restrictions on when an injured party may file a complaint in court. Connecticut Statute 52-584 states that a claim for personal injury must be made within two years of the accident. While this may seem like a long time, treatment and negotiations with insurance companies can last for months. Time is of the essence; contact your trusted bicycle accident attorneys today.
Typical Bicycle Accident Injuries
Bicycle accidents can result in various types of injuries, ranging from mild to severe. Some typical bicycle accident injuries include:
Assisting Clients with Insurance Claims
When a person is involved in an accident while riding their bike, they should be focused on getting better. Unfortunately, wrangling with insurance companies and doctors’ bills can make this difficult. BBB Attorneys are here to help fight for you. Our team works to gather all of the necessary paperwork and submit it to the insurance company. Attorneys can then negotiate a settlement on your behalf that is both aggressive and thorough. In the rare event that your case does not settle and needs to go to court, they are at your side every step of the way.
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How BBB Attorneys Can Help You
By talking to all of the witnesses, preparing persuasive arguments, and marking evidence for trial, our skilled lawyers will work with you to fight for the compensation that you deserve. Don't take any chances when you're injured in a bicycle accident, contact our dedicated team at BBB Attorneys
today.
Contact us today by calling (203) 562-0900 to discuss your case with an attorney. We offer free consultations and have offices statewide in Startford, West Hartford, North Haven, New Haven, Cheshire, Southington, New Milford, Simsbury, Waterbury, and most of the state of Connecticut.
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Our Victories
$3,875,000
Motor Vehicle Collision
Our client, and her two unborn children, were injured when a car struck them in a parking lot of a grocery store in Hartford County. The injuries caused our client to go into preterm labor.
$100,000
Dog Bite
After a dog attack caused a non-surgical fracture of our client's knee, we secured a settlement prior to the commencement of any lawsuit for our client.
$250,000
Motor Vehicle Collision
Our client was stopped in traffic on the Merritt Parkway on a rainy afternoon. The other driver was not paying attention and slammed directly into our client.
$225,000
Workplace Injury
Our client, a construction worker, was injured when his work van was struck during a snow storm. Our office assisted him in recovering monies for his injuries, as well as the property damage to his truck and tools.
