I WAS WALKING AND BIKE HIT ME – INJURY LAWYERS MN

Our lawyers represent people hit by a bicycle. Of course it is much more common for the bike rider to be hit, usually by a car. However, there are also cases where the bike rider rides into someone. A bicycle rider has the duty not to run into a person. In many situations, the bike rider has the same responsibilities as the driver of a car.

Of course, a pedestrian also has a duty to keep a look out. However, most of these cases involve a bicycle hitting the walker from behind. The bike rider may claim that the walker suddenly moved in front of the bike. But in reality, it is usually becaue the bike was going too fast.

When you are hit by a bike from behind, the injuries can be serious. Often, it will cause you to fall. Our injury lawyers have seen broken wrists and head injuries as a result.

INSURANCE COMPENSATION WHEN A BIKE HITS YOU

In most cases, when a bicycle his someone walking, their insurance will pay compensation. People are often surprised that homeowner’s insurance covers this type of accident. In fact, the bike rider does not even have to be the homeowner. They just have to be part of the family of the homeowner. Therefore, if you are hit by a child on a bike, their parent’s homeowners insurance will pay compensation.

LAWYERS FOR WHEN YOU ARE HIT BY A BIKE

If you were hit by a bike, call us. Our bike accident lawyers will make sure you get all appropriate compensation. This includes medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. We will pursue the insurance of the bike rider and fully present your case. Pam Rochlin and David Rochlin are injury lawyers with over 25 years’ experience handling cases throughout Minnesota. We have offices in Minneapolis, Edina, and Woodbury. Our bike accident lawyers also meet people in St. Paul, Bloomington, Woodbury, Plymouth, Maple Grove, and more.

The initial consultation is free. Further, we never charge anything unless you receive compensation for your injuries.