Jacksonville is not the most “bicycle friendly” city. Many areas of our city do not have designated bike lanes. Often bicyclists must ride on a sidewalk. There are a lot of sidewalks that do not have curb cuts allowing for safe access on and off the sidewalk at intersections. Every week we hear of accidents where bicyclists are injured when struck by cars or trucks. Other situations can cause bicycle accidents, such as potholes, sidewalk obstructions, construction and plant growth. Of course, injuries in such a situation are often very severe and sometimes fatal.

Our firm is experienced in handling personal injuries that result from bicycle accidents. These claims can be quite complex given the interplay of automobile insurance, homeowner’s insurance, uninsured motorist insurance and health insurance. Insurers will often try to place blame on the bicyclist for causing the accident or not wearing safety gear. In addition, since persons riding a bicycle may not have any insurance to pay for medical bills, it is often necessary for us to refer clients to a doctor that will agree to hold their bill until such time as a recovery is made for the client.

If you have any questions about injuries suffered in a bicycle accident, do not hesitate to call our firm for a free no obligation consultation.