Bicycle Accidents
Orange County Bicycle Accident Lawyer
There are over a hundred bicyclists killed and eleven thousand injured in California every year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Traffic Safety Facts, 743 bicyclists were killed in crashes with motor vehicles, which is just under two people every day of the year in the U.S. This is the highest number of fatalities since 2006, when 772 were killed, and a major increase from the 682 bicyclist fatalities reported in 2011.
According to the 2012 National Survey on Bicyclist and Pedestrian Attitudes and Behaviors, nearly a third of all injuries were caused when bicyclists were struck by cars.
Common Cycle Accidents
- Limb Injuries: These types injuries are common in cyclist casualties, with over 40% suffering arm injuries and around 25% suffering leg injuries.
- Chest/Abdomen Injuries: These occur much less frequently (5%), but are often serious. When they do occur they are often accompanied by head injuries.
- Head Injuries: Head injuries, ranging from fatal skull fractures and brain damage to minor concussion and cuts, are very common injuries to cyclists. Hospital data shows that over 40% of cyclists, and 45% of child cyclists, suffer head injuries.
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How Can Our Orange County Personal Injury Attorneys Help
There can be many factors that will need to be examined in order to determine the causes and effects of a bicycle accident. Insurance companies know that it’s almost impossible to undertake this task alone, and attempting to manage your legal issues by yourself can be a very frustrating and exhausting process.
Whether or not you choose to file a bicycle accident claim, it is always best to contact our Orange County personal injury lawyers so we can provide you with a better understanding of your legal situation.
Injured From a Bicycle Accident? Contact Us
If you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident and don’t know what to do or where to turn, we’re here to help you. Call us anytime 24/7 at (844) 612-5800 for a FREE, no obligation consultation. We’ll answer your questions and help you determine the best course of action for you.
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In the event that your injury makes traveling difficult, we can arrange to visit you in your home or hospital. Our corporate location in Anaheim is conveniently centered to most major cities. We can arrange to send a representative to you while you are healing.
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