We like to work with cyclists because we are cyclists. In fact, anything with two wheels is a great way to get around. We know what it is like on the road and how drivers behave towards cyclists. If you have been injured, it is crucial that you protect your rights and get the necessary medical treatment you need. In order to fully recover for your loss you need a skilled bicycle accident attorney who can help you navigate the complexity of your case. Our bicycle accident attorneys will assist you with understanding the complexity of the personal injury case, vehicle and traffic laws, medical concerns, insurance laws and issues, negligence and liability laws as well as be your advocate to the insurance company representatives. Contact us so we can evaluate your case.

If you have been involved in an accident:

• Immediately get the emergency care you need.

  911 should be called immediately. DO NOT refuse medical attention following a cycling accident. You may be in shock and/or not realize your injuries.

  Make sure to get the drivers license number, license plate, and description of the driver if it appears the police are not coming or the driver may leave the scene.

  As close in time to the incident take as many notes as you can recall about the incident, include a diagram of the location, the vehicles, and your physical as well as property damages

  DO NOT discuss liability with the driver

  Keep your bike and the clothes you were wearing (no matter how soiled), and take photos of them as well as your injuries.

  You should call an attorney to discuss your rights following a bike accident.

• Follow-up with your primary care physician.
• Do not speak to the insurance company of the person/company who injured you until you have contacted an attorney.
• Insurance companies will try to contact you through an adjuster or attorney with one goal in mind, limit the amount of money you may be entitled to recover.
• Investigation: Only trained professionals should investigate incidents causing severe injury. This will include speaking with witnesses and taking their statements. Photographs of the incident site will need to be taken by a trained individual who knows what to look for and preserve evidence as close in time to the incident as possible.

Cyclists suffer all sorts of injuries due to driver negligence. It is not uncommon for bike riders to be injured by car doors, "doored", or hit by cars that do not respect the right-of-way, and often, drivers who were just not paying attention.

All over Utah, our cities need more bike lanes. Whether you are riding in Salt Lake City or one of our many canyons, there is simply no safe place for cyclists to ride without having to endure angry car drivers or the drivers who later casually recall, "Oops!, I did not see 'em there on that bike". Utah law requires cars to "share the road" with cyclists. Given the ever increasing number of bicycle riders who have taken to the joy of riding either out of personal pleasure, ecological politics, or because gas is simply unaffordable, local governments should be acting more now than ever before to protect this growing population of bicyclists. Utah has to change their attitude about bicycles. We can help with bicycle accident injuries resulting from negligent drivers or unsafe road conditions. Contact our law office today.