Experienced Bicycle Accident Lawyers in San Rafael, CA
Injured in a bicycle accident in California?
Hiring an experienced bicycle accident lawyer at Kuvara Law Firm will help ensure you get the medical care you need, the at-fault party is held accountable, and your bills get paid.
Our attorneys won’t back down until the insurance company pays you what your injury case is worth.
At Kuvara Law Firm, we offer:
- 50 years of experience
- NO LEGAL FEES unless we win your case
- A legal team that puts you first
Why Choose Our Bike Accident Law Firm?
Choosing the right legal representation is crucial in a personal injury case. After suffering injuries in a bike accident in California, you only have one chance to secure the compensation you need to cover your medical bills and other losses. Missing a small detail, failing to follow the right procedures, or filing a lawsuit too late can jeopardize your claim.
Don’t let your one chance at fair compensation slip away. Contact our experienced bike accident attorneys today and let us help you get maxim.
We Offer FREE Initial Consultations
Are you wondering who to sue for your bicycle accident, or if you even have a legitimate claim for damages? Call our experienced injury lawyers now to get FREE legal advice. We’ll evaluate your claim, estimate your damages, and discuss your legal options with you so you can make an informed decision about how to proceed with your case.
We Conduct Our Own Investigations
Our attorneys work with accident reconstructionists and other experts to perform our own investigation into what happened. This helps ensure that no details are missed and fault is not displaced. Sometimes, these minor details help us identify additional liable parties, or evidence that proves who, or what, caused your accident.
We’ll Stand Up to the Insurance Company
Our bicycle accident lawyers have earned a reputation in California for standing up to insurers who prioritize their own bottom line over the wellbeing of injured people like you. With decades of experience, we know how to counter insurers’ shady tactics, and we know how to help you recover full and fair compensation for your losses.
We Won’t Charge You Attorney Fees Unless We Win Your Claim
Bicycle accidents come with an abundance of challenges. Hiring a personal injury lawyer to represent you shouldn’t be one of them. At Kuvara Law Firm, we handle personal injury cases like those involving injured bicyclists on a contingency basis. We won’t charge you any attorney fees unless we win compensation on your behalf.
Meet Our Bicycle Accident Lawyers
We’ve Recovered Millions on Behalf of Our Clients
At Kuvara Law Firm, your satisfaction with the outcome of your case is our priority. Our lawyers put your needs first, and we focus on maximizing your recovery.
Client Reviews
I was in a car accident that resulted in a totaled vehicle, 2 surgeries and an ongoing 2+ year recovery. From the very beginning, attorneys Neal and Colby were very kind & responsive. They are honest attorneys. Colby especially is very pleasant, knowledgeable & reassuring. I always felt like I had someone fighting for me. The firm responded quickly to every phone call, email & text. They always let me know what was going on every step of the way, so I was never left feeling like I had unanswered questions. My final settlement was much more than I anticipated! I’m very grateful for Kuvara Law Firm. I hope I never need an attorney again, but if I do, they will be the first ones I call!
A friend of mine heard I was rear ended in an accident on Hwy 17 from Santa Cruz. He told me to call 1-800-446-5879, and that’s how I met Neal Kuvara in San Rafael. He helped me get a settlement from the insurance company that was fair and adequate, and I ended up getting the medical care that I needed. This was the best treatment I ever got from a law firm.
I was really well taken care of by Kuvara Law Firm. Neal Kuvara met with me personally and let me know where the medical coverage for my injuries was going to come from. This was a relief because I was between health insurance policies of my own and no orthopedist really wanted to see me. It really was because of the law firm that I met with a great surgeon. I received a much more full compensation than I could have on my own.
What Are Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents in California?
Understanding what causes bicycle accidents in California can help prevent them. The most common reasons these collisions happen include:
Vehicles turning into cyclists’ paths: Many drivers misjudge the speed and distance of cyclists when turning. Some even fail to notice cyclists altogether when they turn or change lanes.
Dooring mishaps: Dooring occurs when a driver or passenger of a parked motor vehicle opens a car door into the path of an oncoming bicyclist.
Reckless driving: Drivers who speed, fail to yield, run stop signs and traffic lights, or swerve into bike lanes raise the risk of bicycle accidents.
Poor road conditions: Road debris, potholes, damaged roads, and inadequate lighting call all play a role in causing bicycle accidents.
Impaired riding or driving: People who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs have impaired judgment, slower reaction times, and diminished ability to control their vehicles, making them more likely to cause accidents.
Common Bicycle Accident Injuries
Since bicyclists don’t have the protection that passengers of an enclosed car or truck have, riders often suffer severe or fatal injuries when bikes and motor vehicles collide. The most common types of bicycle accident injuries our attorneys see include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Neck and spine injuries
- Road rash
- Broken bones
- Soft tissue injuries
Bicycle Accident Statistics
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), 2022 saw 1,084 fatalities caused by bicycle accidents. This is the highest number of bicycle accident fatalities ever recorded.
- Most of the victims (89%) were people over 20.
- Of the bicyclists who lost their lives, 62% were not wearing helmets.
- 21% of riders who were 16 and older had a BAC (blood alcohol concentration) of 0.08% or over.
What Do You Have to Prove in a Bicycle Accident Claim in
San Rafael, CA?
Bicycle accidents, like all other personal injury claims, require that victims prove that the at-fault party was negligent at the time of the accident. To win, your lawyer will need to demonstrate that the following element existed when your accident happened.
- The at-fault party owed a duty to the victim;
- The duty was breached because the at-fault party was negligent; and
- Due to this negligence, the victim suffered damages
In San Rafael, California, those who use public roads have a duty to do so in a manner that is safe and reasonable under the circumstances. For example, a motorist’s decision to drink and drive would certainly not be reasonable.
Most examples of negligence are also instances of failing to act reasonably. For example, texting and driving and speeding in rainy conditions would be considered negligent, as would disregarding traffic signals and failing to yield the right of way.
What Damages Can Be Recovered in Bicycle Accident Cases in San Rafael?
The damages available to you in your bicycle accident case will depend on the losses you suffered because of the crash. To recover compensation for your losses, you must show that your damages were the direct result of the at-fault party’s negligence (and not due to some preexisting condition). Damages may include:
- Medical expenses, including future medical costs
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
- Loss of employment benefits
- Costs incurred to install handrails, wheelchair ramps, and similar accommodations
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
Other types of damages may also be available, depending on the circumstances of the case. Your personal injury attorney will be able to identify and pursue all available damages on your behalf.
Defenses That May Be Used Against Bicycle Accident Victims
California follows a pure comparative negligence model. This means that a claimant’s damages may be reduced by an amount that is proportionate to the claimant’s own negligence.
Consider a claimant that is determined to be 30% responsible for an accident. If the claimant is entitled to $100,000, this award would be reduced to $70,000.
Therefore, those at fault for an accident have an incentive to argue that a claimant was somehow liable as well. These individuals may argue:
- The bicyclist was not following traffic laws
- The bicyclist should have been wearing a helmet
- The bicyclist was going too fast
- The bicyclist did not take steps to make himself or herself visible to traffic (blinking lights, reflective clothing, etc.)
- The bicyclist was under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Without proper legal representation, bicyclists may have a difficult time defending themselves against such allegations. Our experienced bicycle accident attorneys know how to fight these claims and prove that the bicyclist was not at fault for the crash.
At Kuvara Law Firm, we have helped many accident victims obtain compensation for their injuries. If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in California and would like to learn about your legal options, contact us online or call 1-800-446-5879!
Time Is Running Out to File Your Bicycle Accident Claim
In California, you generally only have two years from the date your bicycle accident happened to take legal action against the at-fault party. If the statute of limitations expires before you file your lawsuit, you’ll lose your right to recover compensation through the courts. Exceptions exist, and the timeframe to file your lawsuit may be shorter or longer. Contacting our injury attorneys right away ensures legal action is taken before time runs out.
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