Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Accident Attorney

Cyclists face some of the highest stakes on Texas roads. A driver's momentary distraction, an unsafe pass, or a failure to yield can leave a rider with life changing injuries in an instant, while the vehicle involved often walks away with barely a scratch.

Insurance companies know this imbalance too, and they frequently try to shift blame onto the cyclist rather than pay what a serious injury claim is actually worth.

The Daspit Law Firm represents injured cyclists and grieving families throughout Texas, whether the crash involved a negligent driver, a hit and run, a defective bicycle part, or dangerous road conditions.

Attorney John Daspit's background as a former insurance defense lawyer means we know exactly how insurers build a defense against a bicycle accident claim, and we use that knowledge to build a stronger one for you. If you or a loved one was hurt while riding, call (888) 273-1045 for a free, 24/7 case review before you talk to any insurance adjuster.

Seek Compensation for Your Damages

Bicycle accidents are some of the more devastating traffic accidents on public roadways. Due to the fact that riders have little protecting them against the force of a passenger vehicle or truck, these crashes often result in catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.

How The Daspit Law Firm Can Help

• Our award-winning lawyers have decades of personal injury experience.
• We know the other side - Attorney Daspit is a former insurance defense lawyer.
• We work on contingency fees - you don’t pay if we don’t win.
• We’re available 24/7 and offer home and hospital visits.
• We place an emphasis on close client communication.

The Rights of Injured Bicyclists

All cases are unique and the particular facts and circumstances surrounding your accident will influence whether or not you can pursue compensation. Generally, victims have the right pursue financial compensation when they can prove another person or entity more likely than not caused them harm.

This may be the case in bicycle accidents involving:

• Driver error and negligence
• Drunk or impaired driving accidents
• Unsafe lane changes or unsafe turns
• Driver distraction, including texting and driving
• Faulty traffic signals or dangerous roadways
• Defective products and bicycle parts

By working with an experienced bike accident lawyer anywhere in Texas, you can establish fault and liability and pursue a recovery of damages that directly resulted from your accident and injuries.

Damages you may be able to recover include:

• Medical bills and expenses
• Lost work earnings
• Pain and suffering
• Physical disfigurement / impairment
• Mental anguish and emotional injury
• Loss of qualify of life

Bike Lanes

It's common to find bicyclists attempting to share the road with vehicles when there are no protected bike lanes available. The country has started adding more bike lanes, but there are still countless miles of roadways where there is no protected bike lane, leaving cyclists with no choice but to share the road.

In that case, drivers are required by law to give bicyclists at least three feet of clearance as they pass by.

Sharing the road can be done safely, but accidents do happen. When they do, our bicycle accident attorneys are ready to provide you with the legal counsel you need.

A Bicycle Accident Attorney Can Review Your Case

Our legal team is standing by to listen to your story, explain your legal rights, and discuss how we may be able to help you recover financial compensation for your losses. Allow our proven accident lawyers to handle the legal system on your behalf so you can focus on your recovery.

FAQS REGARDING BICYCLE ACCIDENTS

What should I do immediately after a bike accident in Texas?

Call 911 and get medical attention even if you feel fine, since adrenaline can mask injuries. Texas law requires reporting any crash involving injury, death, or apparent damage.

Photograph the bicycle, the vehicle, the road, and your injuries, get the driver's insurance and contact information, and collect witness names. See a doctor the same day, and call an attorney before giving the driver's insurer a recorded statement.

Does Texas law require drivers to give cyclists space?

Yes. Texas's safe passing law requires drivers to leave at least three feet of clearance when passing a cyclist, more if the speed limit is higher. A driver who violates that distance and causes a collision is generally at fault, and the citation or violation can support your injury claim.

What if I was partially at fault for my bicycle accident?

Texas follows a comparative negligence rule: you can still recover compensation as long as you were less than 50% responsible for the crash, though your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies routinely try to shift blame onto the cyclist, which is one reason to have an attorney evaluate fault before you accept any offer.

Can I sue if a pothole or road defect caused my bike accident?

Possibly, through a premises liability or negligent road maintenance claim against the property owner, contractor, or government entity responsible for the road. Claims against a city, county, or state agency carry short, strict notice deadlines, sometimes as little as six months, so these cases need to be reviewed quickly.

What if the driver who hit me had no insurance?

Check your own auto policy, or a household member's, for uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. Cyclists are generally covered by UM/UIM the same way a pedestrian or passenger would be. You may also have other options depending on whether the driver was working at the time of the crash.

How much is my bicycle accident case worth?

There's no fixed number. Value depends on the severity of your injuries, medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering, along with how clearly fault can be established. A free case review with our attorneys can give you a realistic range based on the specifics of your accident.

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