The National Survey on Bicyclist and Pedestrian Attitudes and Behaviors conducted by NHTSA lists the most common causes of bicycle crashes as: Being struck by a car – 30 percent Fall – 17 percent Road in a state of disrepair – 13 percent Cyclist error – 13 percent Colliding with a fixed object – 7 percent […]
Although defective bicycle parts are the most common cause of bike injuries, that doesn’t automatically exclude them. When a cyclist, or anyone for that matter, suffers harm through no fault of their own, the at-fault party or parties should be accountable for related damages. So when a defective product injures someone, anyone responsible for supplying […]
While motor vehicles are the primary reason for most injuries to cyclists, other factors on our roads are also very hazardous to riders, particularly: Potholes. You might not know it from looking at them, but even small potholes pose a serious safety threat to bicycle riders. In addition, deeper potholes can be very dangerous. Many […]
The most common injuries to cyclists are head injuries. The American Academy of Family Physicians estimates that 22 percent to 47 percent of injured cyclists have suffered head injuries, Too often, these injuries happen due to an accident involving a motor vehicle. A cyclist is simply vulnerable in these sorts of accidents. Even if they are wearing […]
It’s easy to find out if you have a valid bicycle accident case. Just call a bicycle accident attorney at Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC or contact us online now. We can help you assess whether or not the other party in your accident is liable. The success of a case depends on the […]
The amount of compensation you may receive in a settlement or jury verdict is dependent on: What is the nature and severity of your injury? What are the costs of your losses—including but not limited to—loss of wages or opportunities? How much are your current and future medical expenses? How much is appropriate for the […]
A reputable bicycle accident attorney can take the lead on your case and pursue an appropriate financial settlement for your losses. But couldn’t you represent yourself and file a claim on your own? You could, but be aware that the amount of compensation you receive might be significantly less than it would be with the […]
The short answer is, “yes.” Simply put, you pay nothing unless we win your case. Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC fights for our clients across the State of Georgia on a contingency fee basis. That means you don’t pay a single penny for fees or expenses unless we successfully obtain financial compensation, through a […]
Most likely, your bicycle case will settle out of court or directly with the insurance company. A Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) study reported that only 3 percent of personal injury cases go to trial. Our attorneys work to favorably settle claims as efficiently as possible, though we will not hesitate to represent you in court […]
Reports indicate that Georgia ranks 22 out of 50 states in fatalities per million residents with a rate of 1.7. The state’s fatality figures for bicyclists and pedestrians have sharply increased in the last year. Some experts attribute the spike to the increased number of cyclists along Georgia roads. Many cities have become more bicycle-friendly with lower […]
