Connecticut Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Accident Attorney for Cyclists in Fairfield and New Haven Counties

An avid cyclist, Connecticut bicycle accident attorney Stephen Lebedevitch knows the joy of riding in Fairfield and New Haven counties. Biking is excellent exercise, and the ocean views and country roads provide an escape from busy daily activities. But there are too many cars and not enough bike lanes. And too frequently, we witness bicycle accidents caused by driver negligence.

Bike accidents frequently result in serious personal injuries, or even death. Unlike cars and trucks, which have safety features like a reinforced passenger compartment, seatbelts, and airbags, bicycles offer comparatively little protection. Riders are unprotected and face a high risk of injury when they are involved in an accident. A crash that would be a minor fender between two cars can result in catastrophic, even fatal injuries for a cyclist.

If you were injured or someone you love was killed in a Connecticut bike accident, The Lebedevitch Law Firm, LLC can help. Connecticut bicycle accident attorney Stephen Lebedevitch can analyze your situation, help you evaluate your options, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Many factors can contribute to causing Connecticut bicycle accidents, including the time of day, road conditions, and rider experience.

Common causes of bicycle accidents include:

• Cars turning in front of bicyclists
• Failure to stop at stop signs, yield signs, or when entering the roadway from a driveway
• Open doors into the path of an oncoming cyclist (“dooring”)
• Failing to observe the three feet distance when passing cyclists
• Speeding and reckless driving near a cyclist

Surprisingly, gender can even play a role in bicycle accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), men are seven times more likely than women to be killed in a bicycle accident and four times more likely to be injured.

Bicycle Accidents Can Cause Serious Injuries

Because bicycles offer less protection to riders than cars provide passengers, when a car and a bike collide, the bicyclist almost always suffers more severe injuries.

Common injuries riders suffer in bicycle accidents include:

• Concussions
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Whiplash
• Soft tissue damage
• Shoulder dislocations
• Injuries to the neck, spine, and back
• Broken bones
• Damage to internal organs
• Wrongful death

If you were injured or someone you love was killed in a bike accident, Connecticut bicycle accident lawyer Stephen Lebedevitch can fight for the compensation you deserve.

What Should I Do After a Bicycle Accident?

After a bicycle accident, you should take steps to protect yourself and your rights.

• Call the police. Calling the police will ensure the accident is documented. Having a police report could help establish driver liability when you submit a claim with the driver’s insurance company.
• Gather as much information as possible. Try to get the driver’s license plate number and the driver’s name, address, phone number, and insurance information. You should also request names and contact information from anyone who witnessed the accident.
• Seek medical treatment. Even if the accident seemed minor, you should still see a doctor. The adrenaline released after the crash could mask pain and physical injuries, and symptoms may not appear until hours or even days after the accident.

Contact a Connecticut Bicycle Accident Lawyer Today

When a bicycle accident causes injuries, you may require ongoing medical care and treatment for the rest of your life. Stephen Lebedevitch is a Connecticut bicycle accident injury lawyer who can fight to hold the responsible parties accountable for the harm they caused.

If you were injured in a Connecticut bicycle accident, you and your family might be entitled to financial compensation. An experienced bicycle accident attorney can help you recover the compensation you deserve.

Bicycle accident attorney Stephen Lebedevitch can help you recover compensation for:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Rehabilitation and physical therapy
• Lost earnings
• Diminished earning capacity
• Modifications to your home or vehicle
• The costs of residential or long-term medical care
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Emotional trauma
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium
• Wrongful death damages

At The Lebedevitch Law Firm, we understand that bicyclists are frequently blamed for accidents. We also know that—more often than not—the driver of the car was at fault, and we will fight to ensure they are held accountable for their actions.

The Lebedevitch Law Firm is based in Fairfield, Connecticut, and represents people throughout Fairfield and New Haven counties who were injured in bicycle accidents. Contact us today to schedule an appointment to discuss your situation and how we can help.