Pedestrians, Bicyclists: Invisible to Drivers?
In pedestrian and bicycle accidents, we hear the same statements from car and truck drivers again and again: "I didn't see them." Of course, failing to see someone is not an excuse for a pedestrian accident or a bicycle accident.
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If you have been injured in a pedestrian or bicycle accident, it may be difficult to understand your rights — especially if the insurance company is trying to blame you for the accident. Protecting your rights is as easy as calling a personal injury lawyer at Brindisi, Murad, Brindisi, Pearlman, Julian & Pertz in upstate New York.
- We will explain your rights. Bicycles and pedestrians have a right to use the roadways. Car drivers have a responsibility to be aware of the environment around them and keep a proper lookout for pedestrians and bicycles.
- Serious injuries can require extensive medical treatment. A pedestrian or bicyclist hit by a car will nearly always sustain serious injuries. It is essential to have immediate medical treatment. If you have been injured, if you are not covered by health insurance, our personal injury attorneys can help you find the resources you need.
- On-the-scene investigation is crucial. When you retain our services, our investigators will immediately go to the scene, examine accident reports and talk to witnesses. We will look at skid marks, the point of impact, and examine the driver's sight lines. We will look at the accident from many angles. We will also determine if the weather or road conditions played a factor in the accident.
As soon as you can, contact us and we will begin an investigation into your pedestrian or bicycle accident. The consultation is always free at our law firm, and you will owe no attorneys fees unless we recover compensation for you.
