COMPENSATION FOR CHILD ON BICYCLE HIT BY CAR
It’s a parent’s nightmare. You teach your child how to ride a bicycle. You teach them to wear a helmet and be safe. Still, tragedy can strike at any time.
Our lawyers have represented many children hit by a car while riding their bicycle. Most of these cases happen on residential neighborhood roads. Of course, most happen in the summer. Therefore, drivers should be watching for children on the street.
CHILD’S MEDICAL BILLS AFTER BIKE ACCIDENT
If your child is hit by a car while riding their bike, they have certain rights. First, your automobile insurance will pay the initial medical bills, up to $20,000, even before determining who was at fault. This is part of the Minnesota No-Fault system, and it won’t cause your insurance rates to go up.
Once your No-Fault coverage is depleted, the child’s health insurance will cover additional medical bills. If the driver of the car was responsible for the incident, the driver’s insurance will ultimately reimburse the health insurer.
FUTURE NEEDS AND PAIN AND SUFFERING
In most of our cases, there are more concerns than just the initial medical bills. A child’s injuries from a bike accident can affect them for the rest of their lives. Future treatment may be needed. In many cases, there is scarring or permanent physical limitations. All of these require compensation.
If a car has hit your child while they were on a bicycle, contact us to consult with a lawyer. Our legal team has over 25 years of experience advocating for children and their families across Minnesota. The initial consultation is free, and we can meet you either at our office or your home anywhere in Minnesota. Additionally, we operate on a contingency basis, which means there is no upfront charge, and no fees ever unless your child receives compensation.