Bicyclists can be at serious risk of injury from an accident with a motor vehicle. Common injuries from bicycle accidents in Cordova can require expensive medical care and result in financial losses as well as other negative impacts on your life. The potential right to pursue compensation from the driver or party responsible for the accident is an important issue to consider during your recovery. The team of experienced bicycle accident attorneys at The Law Office of David E. Gordon & Elissa M. Coombs represents clients in their legal claims against those at fault for their injury. We help clients understand the potential value of their claim and advocate for maximum recovery in court or through a settlement offer.
Common Bicycle Accident Injuries
The common injuries sustained in a Cordova bicycle accident will vary based on the circumstances of the crash, such as the speed of the vehicle and the point of impact. For bicyclists, injuries are likely to happen either from direct impact with the vehicle or a subsequent collision with the ground and other objects. Common injuries from bicycle accidents can include the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Nerve damage
- Cuts and abrasions
- Internal bleeding
- Organ damage
Seeking immediate medical evaluation and treatment after a bicycle accident is essential for two reasons. First, the injured client can properly document all injuries related to the crash. Second, it limits the potential for an at-fault driver to claim the victim failed to mitigate the extent or impact of injuries from the accident by not seeking medical attention sooner.
Pursuing a Legal Claim To Recover Compensation for Injury
The cause of a bicycle wreck in Cordova will typically determine who is liable for compensating the victim for their injuries. During an initial case review, David and Elissa can evaluate each party’s potential fault in causing the bicycle accident. This review process may include gathering key evidence and information about the accident from police reports, traffic camera footage, and witness testimony.
The process for recovering compensation from a liable driver will begin with filing a civil lawsuit in court. The deadline to file a personal injury claim is generally one year from the date of the accident under the statute of limitations in Code § 28-3-104. Filing the injured client’s complaint late will force the court to dismiss their case, which can prevent them from recovering compensation for their injury.
The litigation process can be long or short depending on the complexity of the case and the willingness of each party to resolve the claim before trial. In some cases, a liable driver or third party may seek a fast settlement, especially when the injuries and potential compensation owed are greater. Accordingly, consulting with an experienced personal injury lawyer beforehand could be helpful in evaluating the merits of a settlement offer compared with the client’s potential recovery at trial.
How Much Compensation Can an Injured Person Recover?
The potential compensation pursued in a personal injury claim from a bicycle crash in Cordova will usually depend on how the injury impacts the client’s life. We can seek compensation for several common costs under Code § 29-39-102 that are likely to exist after suffering a bicycle accident injury:
- Medical care expenses
- Rehabilitation services
- Mental health treatment
- Custodial care
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Physical impairment and scarring
- Losses to the enjoyment or quality of life
Therefore, the severity of an injury, along with the client’s personal circumstances, could affect the overall compensation likely available in a case.
Contact David and Elissa Today To Discuss the Common Injuries From a Cordova Bicycle Accident
The most common injuries from bicycle accidents in Cordova can cause significant and sometimes permanent damage. Your right to compensation from the driver responsible for causing the bicycle accident is an important issue to address for your future financial well-being. Contact us at The Law Office of David E. Gordon & Elissa M. Coombs today to schedule a free consultation.
