Today there are more cyclists on the road than ever before. Some ride competitively on light weight road bikes or mountain bikes, others ride for necessary transportation, still others just enjoy a leisurely ride along the beach or in their own neighborhoods. It is easy to see why cycling has become one of the most popular forms of transportation and recreation in California. Regardless of the reason for your ride, it is important to take the necessary precautions when sharing the road with passenger and commercial vehicles.
When an accident involving a motor vehicle and a bicycle occurs, there is little doubt who will be injured and how serious the injury can be. Each year in the United States there are more that 30,000 cyclists injured in motor vehicle accidents and more than 600 of those result in death. Unfortunately, you can do everything right and still be injured while riding a bicycle.
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, the last thing you should be worried about is dealing with insurance. Your number one priority should be to heal and recover from your injuries. The attorneys at The Schley Firm will help you receive the just compensation you deserve. An Attorney at The Schley Firm will assist you in dealing with the insurance companies and help you recover from medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, mental anguish and loss of consortium.
