Bicycle riding is becoming more and more popular in the United States as people take to two wheels for economic reasons, environmental or just for recreation. While bicycle riders have most of the same rights and responsibilities as motorists, those rights are not always respected by car and truck drivers.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident caused by the negligence of another, it is important to protect your legal rights. At Kirsch Gartenberg Howard LLP, we have extensive experience handling personal injury claims for clients throughout northern New Jersey and New York City. We respect the rights of bicycle riders and are prepared to help.
Contact us today for a free case evaluation at our offices in Hackensack or Manhattan. Speak with one of our experienced Bergen County bicycle accident attorneys.
The Causes of Bicycle Accidents
If you were injured in a bicycle accident in New Jersey or New York, it is important to know your rights. The majority of bicycle accidents are the result of negligence on the part of the driver of a motor vehicle.
Bicycle accidents can occur when an automobile driver:
- Fails to yield right of way to a bicycle
- Crowds the bicycle off the shoulder of the road
- Collides with a bicycle at an intersection
- Opens the door as a bicycle passes
- Backs out of a parking spot and collides with a bicycle
Our attorneys will determine the extent of your bicycle accident injuries and seek the compensation you will need in the short and long term to recover. We will build the strongest possible case on your behalf and do everything in our power to see that all negligent parties are held accountable for the harm that has been done to you.
Contact Our Essex County Bike Accident Lawyers
Call 877-319-7488 to arrange a free initial consultation with a knowledgeable Bergen County bicycle accident attorney. We can also arrange evening appointments or home or hospital visits.
From our law offices in Hackensack and Manhattan, Kirsch Gartenberg Howard LLP has served individuals and businesses across northern New Jersey, including Bergen County, Essex County, Union County, Middlesex County and Passaic County, and the five boroughs of New York City since 1984.
