Dedicated Bike Accidents Attorney In San Diego County

Bicycling is a wonderful way to explore San Diego. The city’s beautiful weather and views welcome cyclists of all kinds to get around. With over 1,700 miles of bikeways across San Diego, it’s no surprise that cycling is a favored option for transportation and recreation.

Whether you’re on a regular bike or e-bike, it’s crucial to stay alert on the road to avoid an accident. If you’re injured in a crash by a negligent driver, you may be entitled to compensation. As a skilled bicycle accident lawyer at the Law Offices of Barbara B. Savaglio, I can help.

Helping Bicyclists Seek Compensation After A Crash

While bicycling is a great mode of transportation, cyclists are often at higher risk of a crash when on the road. Between 2017 and 2022, there were over 2,000 bicycle accidents in San Diego.

The common causes of bicycle accidents include:

• Distracted driving
• Speeding
• Failure to yield
• Drunk driving
• Unsafe passing
• Poor visibility due to blind spots
• Left or right turn accidents
• Dooring, which refers to people opening their car doors in the way of oncoming cyclists in the bike lane

Any of these negligent behaviors by drivers can result in a serious accident and injuries for bicyclists. As e-bicyclists become more popular as well, their injuries are often more severe due to the weight of the bicycle.

If you were in a bicycle crash, it’s crucial to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Document the scene of the accident as well as your injuries and get contact information from the driver. Then, call an attorney. I can help you build your case from the ground up and seek the compensation you deserve.

Can You Get Compensation If You’re Partially At Fault?

California follows a comparative negligence rule when it comes to bicycle accidents. This means you can still get compensation, but it may be reduced by the percentage of how much you were at fault. For example, if you were 10% at fault of the accident, your compensation may be reduced by 10%.

Understanding comparative negligence laws can be complicated. As an experienced accident lawyer, I’m familiar with the rules and know how to navigate them so you can recover as much compensation as possible.

Whether you’re partially at fault or not, you can seek compensation for:

• Medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Lost wages
• Property damage

I will fight on your behalf against the other party and negotiate a positive resolution that everyone will be satisfied with.

Get Experienced Legal Help Today

Cyclists deserve to be on the road as much as drivers. If you’re injured by a negligent driver, I can help you take action against them.

Call today for a consultation at 619-696-9111 or send an email through the online form.