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Involved in a Bicycle Accident in Rancho Cucamonga – We Can Help.

Alternative modes of transportation have boomed in recent years. As many as one in twelve households do not own an automobile and California is one of the leading states in the nation when it comes to cycling. As this switch in transportation happens though, bicycle accidents are becoming more and more common, leaving many with life altering injuries and disabilities. When that happens, it is important to have an experienced personal injury attorney working for you and asserting your rights at every opportunity.

Riding a bicycle can prove to be one of the best ways to relax and exercise, making the sport one of the most preferred methods of transportation for people living in Southern California. Sadly, bicycle accidents are common, even with the upraise of bicycle-safety strategies adopted by various cities across the state. When a cyclist suffers an accident with a car, truck, or other motor vehicle, the cyclist will usually come out on the losing end. By nature of the bicycle’s design, injuries caused from an accident will likely carry dire consequences.

If you or a loved one was injured in a bicycle accident, compensation for the injuries sustained could be attained by filing a personal injury claim. In California, when an accident was caused because of another’s careless actions, inattention, or negligence, the victim has a right to seek monetary restitution from the at-fault party. Depending on the specifics of the case, filing a personal injury claim can be difficult without in-depth legal knowledge. For instance, being injured by fault of a driver making deliveries will carry additional challenges than being involved in an accident with a driver making a regular commute. If you or someone you know has been injured while riding a bicycle or has been involved in an accident with a cyclist in the greater San Bernardino or surrounding areas, please contact the Law Offices of Justin King. Call us at +1 (909) 297-5001 for a free confidential case evaluation. Let us help you get your life back on track.

It Does Not Matter If You Contributed To the Accident – Even if you believe that the accident was your fault or that you contributed to your accident, you should still contact a personal injury lawyer. Contributing to a bicycle accident is not the same as causing it and even if you made a mistake you may still be able to partially recover for your injuries. California follows what is called “pure comparative fault.” Your compensation will only be reduced by the percentage of fault you are for causing the accident.

If you still believe that you are the sole cause for causing a traffic accident, it is important to remember that you do not know all of the facts of the case at the time of the accident. It is possible that the other driver is just as much to blame for the accident or more. A good personal injury lawyer will properly investigate the details of the accident to determine who is most at fault and will pursue your case accordingly.

Contact a Personal Injury Attorney in Rancho CucamongaA San Bernardino personal injury attorney is an indispensable part of the recovery process in a bicycle accident. A good personal injury attorney can sit down with you, address any concerns you have and give you a roadmap for moving forward with your recovery process. This includes collecting and analyzing the facts surrounding your bicycle accident, gathering evidence of your injuries and getting you properly compensated for all of your injuries, not just physical ones involving your medical bills, but also for your mental suffering and loss of quality of life.

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Bicycle Accident Attorney in Rancho Cucamonga CA - Justin H. KingIn every aspect, obtaining the professional support of a skilled personal injury attorney can help build a strong case, thus ensuring a maximum compensation. After your accident, consider seeking the legal guidance and support of an attorney who can defend your right to a full compensation.

At The Law Offices of Justin H. King, we understand the serious consequences that a bicycle accident can have on your life, family, and future. Our experienced accident injury attorneys work hard to ensure that your legal rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries. We are experienced in negotiating settlements with opposing counsel, and insurance companies, and will strive to obtain the best possible result for you, regardless of the severity of your injuries.

If you or someone you know has recently been involved in a bicycle or auto accident we are here to help. Our no obligation and confidential case evaluation provides important details about your rights and responsibilities after an accident. Use our case evaluation form here to get in touch and learn what you need to know now. Bicycle accident cases are time sensitive so understanding your rights sooner may make all the difference.

Bicycle Accidents Happen

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2013 there were 743 cyclists killed and an estimated 48,000 injured in motor vehicle traffic crashes and when broken down by state, California leads the list with the most bicycle fatalities. Cyclist deaths account for 2 percent of all major motor vehicle traffic fatalities and injured cyclists make up 2 percent of all people injured in traffic crashes during the year. Cyclist fatalities have been rising steadily since 2010, a total of a 19 percent increase.

Cyclists in urban and suburban settings are most likely to be injured or killed in a traffic accident when compared to their rural counterparts. In a place like Rancho Cucamonga & San Bernardino in the Inland Empire, fatal bicycle accidents are statistically more likely to occur. In accidents like this, a wrongful death attorney can help.

Most Common Bicycle Accident Injuries – Bicycle accidents, especially those with a motorized vehicle, can cause life changing personal injuries. Although mandatory helmet laws and the use of safety equipment such as lights, flashers, reflectors and wearing brightly colored reflective clothing can reduce the risk of being struck by a driver on the road, there is still a significant risk of injury when an accident does occur. The most common injuries in bicycle accidents are as follows: Concussions, Traumatic brain injuries, Fractures of arms, legs and ribs, Spinal and neck injuries, Scrapes, cuts and contusions, often referred to as “road rash” and/or Internal bleeding and damage to vital organs.

Bicycle accident injuries can be more severe than other traffic accidents due to the exposed nature of the bicycle rider. While drivers and passengers in cars may be protected by a steel frame and seat belts, bicycle riders have none of the safety features as others who they share the road with.

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Bicyclists riding in the State of California have just as much right to roads and highways as motor vehicles. Even with proactive action taken by many cities across the state, the reality remains that bike accidents occur at alarming rates each year. Unfortunately, as safe as a cyclist may be, he or she will be exposed to the possibility of an accident caused by the fault of another person, company, or agency. The following are common types of accidents that occur throughout California on a regular basis:

Dooring Accidents – Dooring accidents are most common in metropolitan regions, as it is more likely that cyclists will be traveling alongside parked vehicles. These types of accidents occur when a driver exits his or her vehicle without first checking for oncoming bike riders. Upon collision, the rider can be thrown off his or her bike and potentially suffer broken bones, facial injuries, or other serious injuries. Even when the rider does not make direct contact with the vehicle door, the rider can be placed in serious danger when attempting to avoid a collision and run into oncoming traffic instead.

Sideswiping Accidents – Drivers often fail to provide cyclists with enough space when passing them. This blatant disregard for cyclist safety often leads to sideswiping accidents, where a driver will collide with the side of a cyclist. Similar to dooring accidents, riders can sometimes sustain further injury when attempting to avoid a collision.

Rear-Ending Accidents – Rear-ending accidents can occur when cyclists and motor vehicle drivers collide front end to the back end of one another. Accidents like these can occur when the automobile driver fails to see the cyclist in front of him or her but they can also occur when the driver has made an unexpected stop, thus causing the cyclist to collide with the rear of the vehicle.

Justin H. King – Bicycle Accident Attorney Serving Rancho Cucamonga

Cyclists are put into a precarious position on the road. They are not motorized and do not travel as fast as cars, and as mentioned previously they do not have any of the safety features that minimize injuries when in a traffic accident. Despite these facts, cyclists must share the road with pedestrians, passenger vehicles, buses, and commercial freight traffic.

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Mr. King helped us cope with an injury caused by an auto accident. Throughout the process he showed great integrity, intelligence, wisdom, and the right amount of aggressiveness to get the job done. He conducted himself as a real gentlemen. Finally, he was easy to stay in contact with, was not handing us over to assistants or lower-level attorneys to keep us out of his hair. You dealt with him personally the whole way through, and he was honest about what he thought was reasonable and realistic, and what was a strategy that science and medicine could support. (We have science/medicine backgrounds.) We came out of the process with an excellent outcome so that we could try to keep our lives on the same path as before the injuries, and he always tried to reduce the stress by reaching out to us along the way. We are very pleased that we selected Mr. King and recommend him most highly!

This law applies to all drivers passing cyclists, without regard to whether there are bike lanes on the road at the time of passing. To hold a driver accountable, a law enforcement officer must have witnessed the violation to issue the driver a fine. Accusations submitted of the incident, whether via recordings or witness accounts cannot be admissible. A violator can face a minimum $35 fine, or a $220 fine in the event of an accident. It should be noted that both can increase when other court fees are added. The law implies an exception: in the event of insufficient road space, the driver must slow down and proceed to safely pass the cyclist.

Sharing the road with other vehicles is the cause of almost all fatal and serious bicycle accidents. While California law allows for bicyclists to share the road with traffic, much confusion exists among both drivers and riders as to how to regard each other. Many cyclists are struck when drivers in passenger vehicles make left hand turns while only taking notice of vehicle traffic. Others collide with cyclists at intersections. In some cities and towns where bicycle lanes have been implemented, many drivers fail to respect the driving lane boundaries and inadvertently strike cyclists. When accidents result, a personal injury attorney both familiar with bike accidents and auto injury accidents provide help for victims.

Cycling Accidents & Medical Bills – While the amount of medical bills that a person will accumulate depends on the type of accident and the severity of their injuries, any trip to the hospital or doctor puts you in a position you do not want to be in. The average hospital stay per day in California costs the patient $2,700, the third highest in the Nation. That figure does not include the cost of surgeries or special procedures. A week-long stay in a California hospital is likely to cost the patient almost $19,000.

This figure does not take into account the fact that the initial treatment for the immediate injuries sustained after a bicycle accident is just the beginning when it comes to visiting doctors. There is also the cost for rehabilitation and any disabilities or lingering effects of the traffic accident had on the injured.

During the recovery period, it is unlikely that the injured is working. This means that the bicycle accident victim may not be able to work full time or at all depending on their injury. This can cause a loss in quality of life. Coupled with the pain and mental anguish that the injured is experiencing, one accident can completely change a person’s life for the worst.


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Melinda JordanMelinda Jordan
09:02 18 Dec 22
I went from feeling like a basket case from all the stress to feeling calm and collected after talking to Justin. He is a phenomenal personal injury lawyer and is a truly calming and reassuring presence. This firm helped me in ways I can't even adequately put into words, other than to say Thank You, Justin, to you and your awesome team.
Marjorie HarrisMarjorie Harris
04:14 18 Dec 22
After an auto accident, I felt really nervous calling an attorney because I had never worked with one before. But from the first conversation I had with Jessica, I felt so at ease. Justin then called me and was so easy going and we had a nice conversation too. The entire staff took great care of me and I am very happy.
Sheila HughesSheila Hughes
03:45 18 Dec 22
I was in a car accident that was not my fault two years ago. A friend of mine had a family member who had been helped in the past by Justin King, and they suggested I call him. I'm so glad I did! Justin and his team took great care of my situation and got a great settlement for me. I highly recommend them if you have been in an accident. You will be very happy with what this firm. They are smart, hard-working, honest, and take great care of their clients.
Margaret JamesMargaret James
04:43 01 Dec 22
Justin's entire staff is the best car accident lawyer team in Rancho Cucamonga. Justin, Oliver, Jessica, and Garrett all provided me with excellent service and treated me like family. They are all such great people, and always so honest and responsive to me. I gladly recommend them to anyone needing the services of a car accident lawyer in the Inland Empire.
Wm HollandWm Holland
06:13 17 Nov 22
When I needed a lawyer following a car accident on the Interstate 15 Freeway in Rancho Cucamonga, Justin King, and his team were there for me. I appreciated how his entire staff always seemed happy to answer my questions and were so good about returning all my phone calls and emails. I could tell this firm has immense experience in helping people get their life back after an unfortunate car crash. I was so happy with the outcome of my case and the results Justin obtained from the insurance company on my behalf. I have recommended their office to all my family members and neighbors. I hope you never need to call them. But if you need the best car accident lawyers, I can vouch that they are excellent.
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Melinda JordanMelinda Jordan
09:02 18 Dec 22
I went from feeling like a basket case from all the stress to feeling calm and collected after talking to Justin. He is a phenomenal personal injury lawyer and is a truly calming and reassuring presence. This firm helped me in ways I can't even adequately put into words, other than to say Thank You, Justin, to you and your awesome team.
Marjorie HarrisMarjorie Harris
04:14 18 Dec 22
After an auto accident, I felt really nervous calling an attorney because I had never worked with one before. But from the first conversation I had with Jessica, I felt so at ease. Justin then called me and was so easy going and we had a nice conversation too. The entire staff took great care of me and I am very happy.
Sheila HughesSheila Hughes
03:45 18 Dec 22
I was in a car accident that was not my fault two years ago. A friend of mine had a family member who had been helped in the past by Justin King, and they suggested I call him. I'm so glad I did! Justin and his team took great care of my situation and got a great settlement for me. I highly recommend them if you have been in an accident. You will be very happy with what this firm. They are smart, hard-working, honest, and take great care of their clients.
Margaret JamesMargaret James
04:43 01 Dec 22
Justin's entire staff is the best car accident lawyer team in Rancho Cucamonga. Justin, Oliver, Jessica, and Garrett all provided me with excellent service and treated me like family. They are all such great people, and always so honest and responsive to me. I gladly recommend them to anyone needing the services of a car accident lawyer in the Inland Empire.
Wm HollandWm Holland
06:13 17 Nov 22
When I needed a lawyer following a car accident on the Interstate 15 Freeway in Rancho Cucamonga, Justin King, and his team were there for me. I appreciated how his entire staff always seemed happy to answer my questions and were so good about returning all my phone calls and emails. I could tell this firm has immense experience in helping people get their life back after an unfortunate car crash. I was so happy with the outcome of my case and the results Justin obtained from the insurance company on my behalf. I have recommended their office to all my family members and neighbors. I hope you never need to call them. But if you need the best car accident lawyers, I can vouch that they are excellent.
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