BICYCLE ACCIDENTS
You were hit by a car while riding your bicycle somewhere in Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, or the Maryland suburbs. You went up onto the hood of the car, or into the windshield, or went over the top of your handlebars, or wiped out and skid across the pavement. Maybe you ended up with a broken collarbone, or a concussion, or some of the worst road rash ever. You’ve missed work because you can barely walk.
Now what?
You are getting calls from the driver’s insurance company asking you lots of questions. You know you need to follow up and get a copy of the police report. You went to the emergency room and vaguely remember being given the name of a referral to follow up with.
Your head is spinning with questions about what you should do.
I can help.
Maybe you are just looking for information. If so, you’ll find it here. Explore the bike crash resources on this page. There are articles that explain important bicycle accident issues, simple guides on how to proceed, and answers to common questions you may have following a crash.
Maybe you are looking for an attorney to help you after your bicycle accident. Or maybe you just don’t know what to do. If so, call or email me. Not only do I have experience helping injured cyclists, but I also ride. I know the challenges bicyclists face when negotiating the roadways and trails in the DC metropolitan area. I also keep up with the evolving legal landscape that bicyclists face. If you were hurt while riding a bicycle, contact me to discuss your case. There is no charge to speak with me.
Articles
Information you need to know about bicycle accidents in DC, Virginia, and Maryland.
Insurance for Bicycle Collisions
Common Bicycle Collisions
Bicycling on Sidewalks in DC, VA, or MD
Contributory Negligence and Bicyclists
Helmet Laws in DC, VA, and MD
Contributory Negligence & Helmet Use
Three-Feet-to-Pass Laws in DC, VA, and MD
Tips for Protecting Yourself in a Bike Crash
How do I...?
Simple guidance for dealing with how to proceed after you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident.
How do I Start an Insurance Claim?
How do I Request My Medical Records and Bills?
How Do I Draft a Demand Package
FAQs
Answers to all your questions about bicycle collisions.
Should I go to the emergency room after a bicycle collision?
Do I need witnesses to prove the bicycle collision was not my fault?
All Bicycle Accident FAQs