If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, our decades of experience and expertise are here to help you seek justice. To secure the best possible outcome, we will conduct a comprehensive investigation, which includes reviewing medical records, consulting with experts, and analyzing police reports and other pertinent documentation.
Mainetti & Mainetti P.C.’s Newburgh personal injury law office is located at 575 Hudson Valley Ave, New Windsor, NY 12553
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ContactCommon Causes of Bicycle Accidents Leading to Liability
Various circumstances can result in bicycle accidents where another party might be held liable through legal action:
- Being “doored” by a car door suddenly opening
- Being struck by a speeding or distracted driver
- Crashing due to road defects
- Sustaining injuries while working as a cyclist
- Hit-and-run incidents or accidents involving uninsured motorists
- Injuries caused by “road rage” or intentional targeting
Aggressive Representation for Bicycle Accident Victims
Our firm has extensive experience representing clients who have suffered from:
- Neck and back injuries
- Fractures and amputations
- Brain injuries
Whether you are working in the gig economy or holding a full-time job, a bicycle accident can lead to missed work, long-term health issues, and significant medical expenses. If another party was responsible for your accident, you deserve compensation for your suffering.
Compensation After a Bicycle Accident
Although cyclists typically don’t carry insurance, responsible parties—such as drivers, municipalities, or businesses—do. If a bicycle accident results in severe injuries, lost wages, medical bills, or even death, it is essential for victims and their families to seek full compensation.
In New York, comparative fault laws apply to bicycle accidents, meaning that even if a cyclist is partially at fault, they can still receive compensation proportional to their level of responsibility. For instance, if a jury awards $100,000 in damages but finds the cyclist 20% at fault, the compensation would be adjusted to $80,000.
Where do Orange County bicycle crashes take place?
In 2023, there were 38 bicycle accidents in Orange County. They took place in:
- Town of Wallkill – 7 Bicycle Accidents
- City of Newburgh – 5 Bicycle Accidents
- City of Middletown – 5 Bicycle Accidents
- New Windsor – 3 Bicycle Accidents
- Chester – 3 Bicycle Accidents
- Monroe – 2 Bicycle Accidents
- Town of Newburgh – 2 Bicycle Accidents
Personal Injury Results
Yes. Get examined immediately and follow the doctor’s orders. Early and accurate records will ensure that your injuries are correctly attributed to the collision. In 2023 alone, about half (19 of 36) of the injured bicyclists in Orange County sustained minor injuries like strains and sprains, but it’s still important to get checked out and make sure it’s not more serious.
In New York, the driver’s no-fault insurance is paramount. If the driver fled or is uninsured, your own auto policy’s SUM/UM coverage may apply.
Often, yes. Lack of a helmet may reduce your award under comparative fault, but it doesn’t bar recovery. 24 of the 37 injured bicyclists in Orange County in 2023 were not wearing a helmet, with nine sustaining moderate to serious injuries.
You can file an uninsured-motorist (UM) claim and/or pursue the state’s Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corp. Get a free consultation quickly; deadlines are short.
Generally three years from the date of the crash, but notice requirements for municipalities can be as little as 90 days.
Photos of the scene and injuries, contact info for witnesses, police report number, damaged gear, and all medical records.
An experienced personal injury attorney can help collect and preserve video footage, negotiate with insurers, and calculates long-term losses to help you maximize your net recovery.
Medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain & suffering, and future rehab or mobility costs.
