Bike riders face more risks than most people on the roadway. Bicyclists often suffer serious injuries in a crash. If you or a loved one have been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another person, you can count on Cerussi & Gunn, P.C. to help you. Our team will investigate what happened and work to secure the compensation you deserve. Call us if you need an Ocean County bicycle accident attorney. We serve all areas of the county, including Lakewood, Toms River, Brick, Jackson, Manchester, Berkeley, Lacey Township, and Stafford Township.
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When a bicycle accident occurs, the injured cyclist often faces unwarranted pushback from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Your attorney will be responsible for thoroughly investigating the incident by obtaining all evidence from the scene, including police reports, photographs and video, as well as eyewitness statements.
Your attorney will also ensure that a trusted medical expert reviews your records and assesses the full extent of your injuries. This will help to properly determine the extent of your losses.
In a bicycle versus vehicle accident, there is a high risk of injury to the bicyclist. Even when a bicyclist is wearing a helmet, there is little protection from the force of a vehicle. It is not uncommon for us to see the following injuries as a result of a bike crash:
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates, there are around 500,000 bicycle rider injuries each year in the US. In many cases, these incidents are caused by reckless or negligent drivers. All too often, drivers fail to yield the right-of-way to bicyclists.
Bicyclists are also vulnerable to poorly maintained roadways. Governments and agencies responsible for roadway maintenance should perform regular inspections and fix known problems as quickly as possible.
If you or someone you care about has been injured in a bike crash due to the careless or reckless actions of someone else, please seek legal assistance immediately. At Cerussi & Gunn, P.C., we are ready to step in and ensure you are treated fairly. Our investigation will focus on securing the compensation you are entitled to, including:
When you need an Ocean County bicycle accident attorney, you can contact us for a free case evaluation by clicking here or calling us at (732) 936-9920. Our team serves all areas of this county, including Lakewood, Toms River, Brick, Jackson, Manchester, and more.
