Bicycling can be a fun and inexpensive way to get around. Unfortunately, some drivers see cyclists as a nuisance and fail to give them the respect and due care they are entitled to as fellow road users. If you are injured in a bicycle accident caused by another person’s negligence or wrongdoing, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries. A Redmond bicycle accident lawyer can help you understand your rights and advocate on your behalf. For more information about how a Redmond bicycle accident lawyer can help you, contact the dedicated legal team at Malcolm Law Firm.
At Malcolm Law, we are passionately dedicated to getting justice for our clients.
Our extensive experience representing victims of car accidents, personal injury, and wrongful death has prepared us to handle the most complex and serious cases.
Our Principal, Sean B. Malcolm is an aggressive and experienced courtroom trial lawyer ready to fight both inside and outside the courtroom.
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident caused by negligence or failure to exercise reasonable care, Malcolm Law can help you. We offer a free 30-minute initial consultation. Call us today at 206-659-9514 to schedule your free consultation.
Bicycle Safety Laws in Washington
Like other road users, Washington bicyclists must adhere to safety rules and regulations to protect themselves and others on the road. Although bicyclists have the same rights as vehicle drivers, they also have responsibilities to themselves and others. Failure to adhere to the rules may not only result in injury, but may also impact the amount of compensation that an injured bicyclist can recover if some fault is apportioned to them. A Redmond car accident lawyer can give you more insight regarding Washington’s road laws in order to avoid bicycle accidents.
Although there is no state law requiring helmet use, some cities and counties require helmet use and bicyclists must be aware of the helmet laws where they are riding.
How Can a Redmond Bicycle Accident Lawyer Help You?
In order to get compensation for your bicycle accident injury, you must prove the at-fault party’s negligence or wrongdoing, and establish a link between their actions and your damages. You must also suffer actual damages to claim compensation. A Redmond bicycle accident lawyer can help you in the following ways:
Gather evidence to support your claim
Engage experts to give expert testimony to support your claim
Assess and value your total damages
Negotiate a settlement with the insurance companies on your behalf
Take your case to court if we are unable to reach an adequate settlement
Our experienced Redmond bicycle accident attorneys can help you recover full and fair compensation for your bike accident injuries.
How Much Time Do I Have to Make a Bicycle Accident Personal Injury Claim?
In Washington state, the statute of limitation for taking action in a bicycle accident injury case is three years from the date of the accident that caused the injury. The more time your Redmond personal injury attorney has to investigate and prepare your case, the better your chances of getting full and fair compensation for your damages. You should speak with a Redmond bicycle accident attorney as soon as possible after the accident that caused your injury. Your attorney will assess your case and determine the viability of your legal claim.
Call an Experienced Redmond Bicycle Accident Lawyer Today
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident caused by negligence or wrongdoing, do not let time run out in your case. Call the passionate trial lawyers at Malcolm Law at 206-659-9514 to schedule your free 30-minute consultation.
