Bicycle Accident Lawyer Harlem, NY

Call Our Harlem, NY Bicycle Accident Lawyer After Your Bike Wreck

Heavy traffic and tight city streets make a bicycle one of the most effective ways to get around Harlem. Whether you use your bike for work, like delivery services or as a bike messenger, to get to work, or just for fun, there’s always a risk that an errant driver will hit you. Although negligent drivers are the most common cause of bicycle accidents, they’re not the only ones. Uneven pavement or potholes that wouldn’t faze someone in a car or on foot can be deadly hazards for cyclists. If you’ve been in a cycling accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible to claim a large settlement. Our Harlem, NY bicycle accident lawyer can help you get it.

Injuries from cycling accidents, even if you’re wearing a helmet, produce severe injuries, including brain trauma. Your entire life is affected, and you need someone on your side. We’re ready to help you. Contact The Eskesen Law Firm today for a free consultation.

How Our Attorneys Help Bike Accident Victims

Some bicycle accidents really are just accidents; we all get clumsy sometimes. However, if you’ve been hit by a car, that’s definitely not just clumsiness, but rather negligence. Negligence is the crux of personal injury claims, and it’s what you and your attorney must prove to get compensation. As your legal representative, we investigate the accidents to identify the negligent party and collect evidence to prove that they weren’t taking proper care for your safety.

For example, if you were hit by a negligent driver, we may review their cell phone records to see if they were texting and driving or analyze data in the vehicle’s Event Data Recorder, checking speed and other aspects of the vehicle’s operations. We may also interview any witnesses, including passengers in the car.

The evidence we gather forms the basis of the argument for compensation. Our attorneys are often able to negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company outside of court, but sometimes, the best option is to take the matter to trial. As experienced litigators, we’re very comfortable in New York County courtrooms, with a solid track record of successful trials.

Compensation Available in Bicycle Accident Claims

Bicycle accident victims may claim full compensation for damages, but what exactly are damages?

Damages refer to the losses, both out-of-pocket and intangible that you incur because of the accident. This includes all necessary medical care, plus future medical expenses and any rehabilitative treatment, like physical therapy. If you miss work, you can claim lost wages, plus loss of earning potential if you can’t do the job you had before the wreck. Plus, you can claim the full cost of repairing or replacing your bicycle. You’re also eligible for compensation for your pain and suffering, which, although it is non-material, still has value, and we ensure that you receive your due.

Have you been in a cycling accident? The attorneys at The Eskesen Law Firm want to help you. Contact us today for a free consultation with our Harlem bicycle accident lawyer.