Bicyclists have little protection when struck by a motor vehicle, leaving them vulnerable to severe injuries, medical expenses, lost income, and lasting pain. Our Tucson car accident lawyers can investigate the collision and determine whether the driver or another party may be responsible.
If you were injured in a bicycle accident in Tucson, call the Mercaldo Law Firm at (520) 624-1400 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with a Tucson bicycle accident lawyer.
Why You Should Choose The Mercaldo Law Firm for Your Tucson Bicycle Accident Case
We understand that handling a catastrophic loss case is quite different than one involving more minor injuries. It requires a thoughtful analysis of all aspects of the case and a strategy for success as complex as the injuries themselves.
We Investigate to Determine Liability
We have found liability with street-light manufacturers, bicycle and reflector manufacturers, cities, and drivers to make sure clients receive the compensation and justice they deserve.
Of significance with regard to our handling of bicycle accident cases, the Mercaldo Law Firm obtained one settlement of over $6 million for a young man seriously injured while riding his bicycle, and in another case, we obtained a $40 million jury verdict on behalf of the family of a young boy killed in a tragic bicycle accident.
We Bring Experience and a Renowned Legal Voice to Your Bicycle Accident Claim
We have the help you need at The Mercaldo Law Firm in Arizona and San Diego. Our attorneys bring more than 40 years of successful trial experience to the aggressive protection of your rights. As top litigating attorneys, our record with jury verdicts in hundreds of personal injury and wrongful death cases is known throughout Arizona and San Diego.
In case after case, the attorneys with the Mercaldo Law Firm excel at thorough case preparation, extensive investigation of accidents, and negotiations with major insurers. Our fact-finding resonates with judges and juries. From start to finish of the legal process, the negligent party who has seriously injured you will be held accountable for his or her carelessness, recklessness, distracted driving or drunk driving.
At The Mercaldo Law Firm, we bring decades of experience and a reputation for results.
Understanding Bicycle Accident Injuries In Tucson
Bicycle accident victims are completely unprotected when struck by a motor vehicle, and are therefore especially vulnerable to:
- Head and brain injury
- Back and spinal cord injury
- Neck injury
- Knee injury
- Shoulder injury
- Internal bleeding
- Fractures
- Lacerations, contusions, and abrasions
- Facial and dental trauma
- Traumatic amputations
Accident statistics show that many drivers fail to watch for cyclists. Motorists are known to take precarious left turns into crosswalks and collide with unsuspecting pedestrians. Distracted drivers may rush out of parking lots and driveways, hitting cyclists on sidewalks; and hurting people while getting in and out of cars on the side of the road. At The Mercaldo Law Firm, we hold these negligent drivers accountable for the harm they cause and work hard to win the compensation you deserve.
Proving Liability In a Tucson Bicycle Accident Claim
To demand financial accountability in a bicycle accident claim in Tucson, the injury victim has the burden of proof under the state’s comparative negligence system. It often takes an experienced investigation to prove the at-fault party’s liability. The evidence must meet the following legal standards of liability:
- The at-fault party owed a legal duty of reasonable care to the injury victim
- They breached this duty through negligence, such as carelessness, recklessness, or wrongdoing
- The breach of duty directly caused the injury
- The injury victim suffered damages from the injury
The most common liable parties in Tucson bicycle accident claims are negligent drivers; however, depending on the results of the investigation, other parties could be liable or share a portion of liability for damages. For instance, a negligent road maintenance agency that failed to repair a pothole or install adequate lighting, or the manufacturer of a defective bicycle part, could be held accountable under the comparative negligence system.
Unfortunately, insurance companies in Arizona may attempt to use the comparative negligence system against a bicycle accident victim by assigning them an undue percentage of fault. This allows the insurer to reduce your compensation by the amount of fault they assign to the victim. An experienced attorney defends their client against this and other common tactics that could adversely affect the outcome of your claim.
What Damages Can I Recover In a Tucson Bicycle Accident Claim?
Bicyclists are exposed to direct contact with the road, obstacles, and vehicles in traffic accidents, leaving them vulnerable to severe or catastrophic injury. Serious injuries cause financial hardship as well as pain and potential disability. While a successful bicycle accident claim doesn’t erase the injury, it relieves the financial consequences by recovering damages such as the following:
- Medical expenses
- Anticipated future medical expenses
- Out-of-pocket costs
- Lost earnings
- Future income loss or reduced future earning ability due to disability
- Compensation for pain and suffering
- Catastrophic injury compensation if you’ve suffered permanent harm, such as loss of limb, disfigurement, loss of vision or hearing, disability, or diminished quality of life
If you lost a loved one in a bicycle accident in Tucson, a wrongful death attorney from The Mercaldo Law Firm can help your family recover financial compensation and a sense of justice.
How Does a Tucson Bicycle Accident Lawyer Help Your Case?
Insurance companies are not on your side. When they investigate an accident, their goal to protect the company’s profits directly conflicts with your objective to recover the full compensation you deserve. An attorney from The Mercaldo Law Firm does the following:
- Investigates all aspects of your bicycle accident by examining the accident report, deposing eyewitnesses, and consulting with accident reconstructionists
- Documents compelling evidence of liability
- Consults with medical experts to carefully calculate your past and future damages
- Presents their findings to the appropriate insurance company
- Negotiates with the insurance company to recover the largest possible settlement for your damages
Most Tucson bike accident claims end with a settlement, but a trial-ready lawyer from The Mercaldo Law Firm will present a well-executed legal case in court if required to recover compensation for you.
Contact The Mercaldo Law Firm
Call or e-mail the Mercaldo Law Firm today. Your initial consultation is free of charge! We will promptly return messages left after hours on the following business day. Evening appointments are available upon request.
The contingency fee basis for our work means that you owe no attorney’s fee unless we win your case.