Aurora Bicycle Accident Lawyer

Bicycling is very popular in Aurora, as countless people use their bikes to commute, exercise, train, or for fun. Cyclists who use the roadway have the same rights and responsibilities as motorists, but oftentimes, drivers refuse to share the road. The result of this hostility or carelessness can be devastating and contribute to a wreck.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash, our Aurora bicycle accident attorneys can help you pursue maximum compensation for medical bills, property damage, lost income, pain and suffering, and all the other ways your injuries have cost you. And as one of our clients, you will pay nothing unless we win your case.

To learn more about how we can help you, call Zinda Law Group for a 100% free case evaluation with our skilled personal injury lawyers in Aurora, Colorado.

Taking Action After a Bicycle Accident

If you want to act, you need to do so within Colorado’s personal injury statute of limitations, Colorado Revised Statutes Section 13-80-102(1)(a).

This statute of limitations dictates the amount of time in which you, as an accident victim, may file a personal injury claim against another party. This statute of limitation does not determine how long you have to file an insurance claim with an offending party’s insurance provider. That said, the faster you act, the more likely you are to have the chance to fight for the fair compensation you deserve.

Do you have questions about your relevant filing deadlines? Let Zinda Law Group know. We can help you navigate your post-crash recovery.

Contesting Bad Faith Insurance Policies

The rights of cyclists include the right to take up an accident claim with a negligent party’s insurance provider. It’s in your best interest to file your insurance claim within a few days of your accident. You can refer to a relevant police report and other forms of evidence to help prove the nature of your accident, the losses you endured, and a liable party’s applicable negligence.

That said, insurance companies are rarely your friends. Some companies opt to act in bad faith and deny you your right to a fair settlement. Others may significantly underestimate the value of your case to save themselves money.

Our team can communicate with an insurance provider on your behalf to fight for the support you deserve. If the company refuses to acknowledge your right to recover damages, we can even initiate legal proceedings against an insurance provider, going toe-to-toe with its legal team.

Filing a Personal Injury Claim With Colorado Civil Courts

There’s a chance that you may not receive all of the compensation you need to recover from an insurance provider. In that case, you can turn to Colorado’s civil courts for the support you deserve. The civil legal process can provide you with post-crash damages, but only if you file your bicycle crash claim within Colorado’s statute of limitations.

If you want to complete a bicycle accident claim, you need to:

• Identify a liable party, be that a careless driver, bicycle manufacturer, or related party
• Bring forward evidence of a liable party’s negligence
• Estimate the value of your case
• Provide the court with evidence of your lawsuit’s value

Once you have this information on hand, you can submit your case and wait for a judge to move it forward. Should your case proceed, you can either negotiate with the liable party for a fair settlement or initiate the trial process.

Demanding Damages for Bicycle Accident Losses

Whether you bring your concerns to an insurance company or a liable party, you have the right to demand fair compensation for your crash. To do so, you need to break down the losses tied to your bicycle accident into two categories. 

Of the two categories, economic bicycle accident losses tend to be the easiest to track. These are the losses that generate bills: medical expenses, property damage and restoration, lost wages, and lost opportunities for employment. Note that you must present evidence of these losses alongside their estimated value when you include them in your demand for financial compensation.

A bicycle wreck’s non-economic losses can prove more challenging to value. These losses include intangible changes in your life, like stress, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. Fortunately, you have Aurora bicycle accident attorneys on your side. You can work with our personal injury attorneys to determine what value the state places on these intangible losses.

Common Bicycle Accident Injuries

Most personal injury claims give you the right to demand specific compensation for the injuries you suffered in a bicycle crash.

Due to the size difference between a bicycle and a passenger vehicle, it is not surprising that the injuries you might sustain in a bike crash can be catastrophic and even fatal. Most cycling accidents occur at dusk and in urban areas, but in reality, a bicycle collision can happen at any time and place.

Common injuries that you might suffer in a bike crash include the following:

• Cuts and Bruises
• Broken Bones
• Concussions
• Traumatic Brain Injuries
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Back and Neck Injuries
• Paralysis, Either Temporary or Permanent
• Fatalities

If you or a loved one was in a bicycle accident, no matter how minor or severe your injuries are, be sure to contact an Aurora bicycle accident lawyer today to discuss your case. We can estimate the value of your bicycle collision expenses and fight to have those losses restored to you.

You Can Work With Our Bicycle Accident Attorneys Today

Are you ready to hold an at-fault driver or related party responsible for your recent bicycle accident? Call on a personal injury lawyer for guidance. Zinda Law Group’s bicycle crash attorneys in Aurora, CO, are prepared to represent you as you fight for a post-accident settlement.

You can meet with our team today to learn more about the services we offer to our personal injury clients. Your initial case consultation comes free of charge. What’s more, you can count on Zinda Law Group to prioritize your financial well-being. Thanks to our contingency police, we don’t get paid unless we win your case.

Contact us by phone or through our website to learn more about your rights following a bicycle crash.