Las Vegas Bicycle Accident Attorneys
Gazda & Tadayon
are top-rated bicycle accident attorneys in Las Vegas, NV, and surrounding areas. Our law firm has helped numerous clients receive the compensation they deserve after experiencing a bicycle accident. We have over 50 years of combined experience in personal injury cases and are one of Nevada’s most experienced traffic accident attorneys.
Our Experienced Bike Accident Lawyers Can Help
As former insurance defense counsel attorneys, we have the insider knowledge on what it takes to win these types of cases. Therefore, we will use all possible resources at our disposal to get results, including our insider knowledge of insurance companies. Since we have formerly served as defense counsel for these insurers, we know how the “other side” thinks. This is a huge asset when handling a bicycle accident case – we know exactly what questions to ask, and the right steps to take in order to get the compensation you deserve.
After a bike crash, every single detail can make or break a case. To cover all our bases, we make it a point to conduct a thorough investigation of the accident site, questioning witnesses and evaluating every detail that may contribute to your case. When you choose us to handle your bicycle accident case, you choose lawyers that care about your personal and legal success.
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What Should You Do After Being Involved in a Bicycle Accident
If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Las Vegas, then our attorneys can help.
As a cyclist in Southern Nevada, you have a right to the road, just as much as any other motorist. Unfortunately, many drivers don’t think to look for cyclists on the road. Bike riders can be seriously injured or even killed by a negligent driver. Even if the cyclist is wearing a helmet and safety equipment, these accidents often lead to severe injury, expensive medical costs, and emotional trauma. If you or a loved one have sustained a bicycle accident injury here in Las Vegas, you have a right to pursue legal action and rightful compensation. Let us help. We are Gazda and Tadayon, Las Vegas’s best personal injury attorneys, and we have dealt with hundreds of cases involving traffic accidents, including bicycle accidents like yours.
We find that bicycle accidents are particularly common in Nevada, where bike lanes can be sparse and drivers fail to share the road. Hundreds of these accidents occur each year in our state, so you’re not alone in wondering if you should file a claim. Know that you deserve justice and compensation after the accident.
To get started, schedule a free consultation for your bicycle accident claim, or read what our clients have to say on our Gazda and Tadayon reviews page. You can also visit us in person at our welcoming and compassionate law firm, located at 2600 S Rainbow Boulevard, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV 89146.
Insurance Claim in a Bike Accident
Not all insurance policies cover bike crashes, but in the event that the motorists’ insurers come in to play, there are two types of claims:
- first-party, relying on your own insurance company for coverage
- third party, relying on the other person’s insurance company for coverage
It can be tempting to rely on the at-fault party’s insurance to cover everything, especially in the whirlwind that occurs right after the accident. Medical bills are racking up, everyone is rattled, and people want to go back to the way things were before. Unfortunately, insurance usually fails to provide adequate compensation. While Nevada state law makes it mandatory for all drivers to have insurance, about 10% of drivers in Nevada don’t have coverage at all. There is an even greater number of drivers who have the bare minimum amount of insurance, which often does not cover traffic accidents involving bicycles.
At the end of the day, an insurance company is looking to maximize their profits. First, they can try to dodge the claim altogether. If that fails, they can attempt to award the lowest possible amount to the injured party, which they can accomplish by low-balling the medical costs, property damage, and overall liability of their insured party. Long-term medical costs are at the greatest risk: for example, if the cyclist who was injured sustained a spinal cord injury, insurance may only cover immediate surgeries and hospital visits, while failing to cover the costs of long-term care and rehabilitation as well as lost time and income from work.
This is where working with an experienced injury law firm like ours can help. At Gazda & Tadayon, we are former insurance defense lawyers who know the tactics that these companies use to reduce a claim. Instead, our goal is to maximize your compensation, and ensure that your rights and interests are protected. Instead of having to wrangle with insurance agent calls and the extensive paperwork and uncertainty while filing a claim on your own, let us do all the work for you. Because Nevada state law has a statute of limitations, you have a certain timeframe within which you can file a claim and secure compensation. Please contact us as soon as possible.
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Bicycle Accidents FAQs
The best proof that you can have in a car versus bike accident is a police report. Make sure that you get a copy of the responding officer’s report. Whether or not you feel like you are injured, you need to contact the authorities.
Yes. On the off chance that you had an accident because of lopsided asphalt, potholes, or other street dangers, you might have the option to recuperate harms for your wounds. Cases like these include premises liability l
Yes. It is possible to collect damages from a motorist if his or her actions caused your accident. It must be determined that the driver is legally at fault for the accident.
The value of a bicycle accident case may vary depending on:
- The extent and severity of your injuries,
- How your injuries have impacted your life since the accident,
- Future medical treatment expenses and wage loss
Yes, if the case goes to Court. However, as indicated above, the vast majority of my cases are resolved prior to filing a lawsuit.
Bicycle accidents can occur any number of ways. Reasons for such accidents include:
- Car doors opening into traffic and hitting the cyclist
- Road rage/aggressive/reckless driving
- Inadequate attention to blind spots and turns
- Failure to yield right of way
- Dangerous road conditions, such as improperly-marked bike paths
- Product liability such as faulty helmets and bike parts
- Road rash
- Head injury, including traumatic brain injury
- Bone fractures and breaks
- Soft tissue damage
- Spine and spinal cord injury
- Amputation and disfigurement
- Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
There are a whole range of other injuries that can also occur in these cycling accidents, depending on road conditions and the nature of the accident. Many victims don’t experience injuries or symptoms as soon as the accident occurs. It may take a day or two for the symptoms of the injury to appear, and some may manifest as mobility issues or chronic pain in the long term. Legs and feet are a particular source of injuries for cyclists, and long-term rehabilitation is often needed.
Victims should always seek immediate medical assistance after the accident, even if the injuries seem minor at first. Medical professionals can help take a complete inventory of all injuries, which helps for long-term treatment and also serves as proof should the victim take legal action later on. It also helps to document injuries using photos, and to keep any evidence intact. For example, the cyclist should not repair their bike as it contains valuable information for a personal injury lawyer to build a case on.
If injury from the bike collision can be demonstrated and the other motorist is found at fault, the injured cyclist can be entitled to substantial compensation. The damages they can claim for include:
- property damage
- lost wages
- cost of medical treatments
- cost of long-term rehabilitation services
- therapy
- pain medication
There are economic as well as non-economic damages involved in a bike accident. Economic damages are more obvious such as medical bills and wages lost due to the injuries sustained as a result of the accident.
Non-economic damages are somewhat complicated. What if the victim has lost some of their independence in performing certain household tasks due to the injuries sustained as a result of the crash? Although such damages are harder to quantify, they are as real as economic damages, and victims can be compensated for these damages by the at-fault party.
At this point, the common question is where the compensation will come from. In bicycle accidents, as in other types of traffic accidents, one of the most important factors is the motorists’ insurance. Whether it’s the victim’s auto insurance, provided they purchased enough coverage, or the insurance of the at-fault driver, there can soon be a barrage of calls trying to settle with a payout. There are a few reasons why injured bicyclists should avoid insurance claims, however.
Because of the complex nature of car accident injury law in Nevada, it’s critical that you explore your legal options and potentially file for damages as soon as possible. Our state law limits the amount of time after an accident that a victim can file for damages and claim compensation. Contact us today to assess your individual case in a timely manner.
GAZDA & TADAYON INJURY LAW PRACTICE AREAS
Attorney Lewis J. Gazda
Awards
- Million and multi-million advocates forum
- Martindale Hubbell with AV Ratings
- Top-Rated Avvo Lawyer
- Top 25 Motor Vehicle Accident Attorneys
- National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Civil Plaintiffs Lawyers
With almost 30 years of experience, Attorney Lewis Gazda is one of the most respected lawyers in the Las Vegas community. Attorney Gazda specializes in both personal injury and wrongful death cases. He is recognized by his peers for his superior negotiation skills and extensive legal knowledge, earning the highest possible rating of AV Pre-eminent from Martindale-Hubbell.
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Attorney Afshin Tadayon
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Attorney Afshin Tadayon has more than 20 years of experience as an attorney in Las Vegas, with a diverse range of practice areas including personal injury, premises liability, wrongful death, criminal law, and mass tort litigation. Attorney Tadayon formerly served as a defense lawyer for insurance companies; his insider knowledge of their legal tactics makes him a potent advocate for clients seeking the compensation they deserve after an accident.
Attorney Tadayon is ranked AV Pre-eminent by Martindale-Hubbell, a rating reserved for only the top 10% of attorneys as designated by their peers.
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