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Involved in a Bicycle Accident in Montclair – We Can Help.

The City of Montclair offers a wide range of designated areas for any person interested in bicycle riding. With an extensive network of bicycle lanes, paths, and recreational areas for bicycle enthusiasts, residents of Montclair can enjoy bike riding as a commuting option or for sport.

Regrettably, there are far too many drivers who are unaccustomed to sharing the road with bike riders, which unfortunately leads to disastrous consequences for many cyclists each year.

After a Bicycle Accident in Montclair, Seek the Legal Support of a Skilled Personal Injury Attorney

Even with the use of a helmet, a cyclist faces serious injury or even death if hit by a car. Cyclists are largely unprotected from harm, which can lead to the following: Broken bones, Serious head or brain trauma, Spinal cord injuries, Internal organ damage, Disfiguration, and/or cuts and abrasions.

If you or someone you know was injured following a bicycle accident, it is vital to seek the legal support of a well-versed attorney. Bicycle-related accidents lead to injuries that can be very costly. Additionally, most victims lose their ability to return to work while they recover. Contact a skilled personal injury attorney for information on how you may be able to obtain financial compensation for your grievances.

Montclair personal injury attorney Justin H. King has many years of dedicated experience helping those who have been injured as a result of a bike riding accident. Attorney King understands that bicycle-related accidents are often a tremendous financial burden. Contact the firm today for a free case evaluation.

Identifying Potential Liable Parties after a Bike Accident in Montclair

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Most bicycle related accidents occur as a result of a negligent driver who failed to yield to the bike rider. It is important to know, however, that cyclists can also face injury as a result of multiple parties. The following is a limited list of examples of potential liable parties. Automobile manufacturers for an unsafe car design or car part; Helmet manufacturers for design flaws; Local or state transportation agencies for dangerous intersections, roads, or highway designs; Construction companies for inadequate maintenance and negligent construction; or Commercial property managers or owners for unsafe sidewalks, parking lots or driveway conditions.

According to California’s comparative fault law, multiple parties can be held accountable for causing a victim’s damages. Even if the victim is found to be partly at-fault for causing the accident, he or she can still recover a percentage of the restitution owed.

The Nature of Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle-related accidents can occur at just about any time and any place. There are, however, certain types of accidents that can occur more often than others. Bicycle accidents can often occur at stop signs, which happens because cyclists usually pedal into an intersection when an automobile has the right of way.

Other types of bicycle-related accidents can include the following examples:

  • Right turn accidents. Right turn accidents occur when a driver cuts in front of a cyclist when making a right turn at an intersection. For the most part, these types of accidents are the fault of the driver.
  • Left turn accidents. Left turn accidents can occur when drivers make a left turn when a cyclist is going straight. In these situations, cyclists can be struck in the side or run into the vehicle. According to California Vehicle Code §21801(a), every driver attempting to make a left turn must check and yield for others coming from the opposite direction, which includes cyclists. Regrettably, a majority of motorists fail to look for oncoming cyclists and ultimately collide with them when making a left turn.
  • Every driver is expected to provide cyclists sufficient space when passing. Unfortunately, some drivers get impatient and will attempt to make a risk pass. This is a very dangerous situation that can result in a serious sideswipe accident or have the cyclist get run off the roadway.
  • Door collisions. In a majority of streets across the City of Montclair, bicycle lanes are adjacent to parking lanes, without enough space between the cyclist and parked park. In a door collision accident, a driver can forget to check for oncoming cyclists before opening his or her car door, which leads to the cyclist colliding with the open car door. Equally dangerous, the cyclist can swerve into oncoming traffic in an attempt to avoid striking the open car door.

In spite of how the accident occurred, victims should know that under personal injury law, they have a right to pursue monetary compensation from the responsible party.

Cycling Accident Statistics

According to information reported by the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, close to 6,000 cyclists were killed in collisions with automobiles across the U.S. in 2017. According to the report, cyclist casualties increased by 32% between 2008 to 2017. Moreover, in a recent study published by Injury Prevention reported the following: Roughly 70% of cyclists who were treated in an emergency room were male,About half of all emergency room patients were minors under the age of 12, About 50% of the injured cyclists were using a helmet at the time of the incident, Nearly 60% of cyclists who were treated in an emergency room suffered injuries in the upper extremities, About one-third of the victims sustained injuries to the face and about 22% suffered head trauma, Cyclists not using a helmet at the time of the incident were about 14 times more likely to die in the collision when compared to those who were wearing helmets.

Obtain Legal Support of a Well Qualified Personal Injury Attorney in Montclair, CA

According to the California Department of Public Health, bicyclist injuries increased about 21% in 2013. The high rate of injury reported at the time indicated that injuries are more likely to occur in the evening hours and to individuals who are over the age of 45. In spite of these figures, it is important to know that everyone is susceptible of a serious bicycle injury, no matter the time of day or age of the cyclist.

If you or someone you know was injured in a bicycle accident in the City of Montclair or surrounding area, contact the legal support of a qualified and well-versed attorney. As an injured victim, there may be an opportunity to receive monetary compensation.

Montclair attorney Justin H. King is highly regarded in the field of personal injury accidents involving bicycle accidents. Attorney King is highly skilled and well-prepared to defend your case. Contact the Law Offices of Attorney King today for a free case evaluation.

Justin H. King – Bicycle Accident Attorney Serving Montclair

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents – 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.

William Smith

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!

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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17:05 25 Oct 24
Thank you so much to Oliver King and Garrett Tuckerman for helping me with my case. They've been outstanding. Although the process was overwhelming, I felt reassured, supported, and listened to. I highly recommend the Law offices of Justin King to anyone who needs help.
Savana Martinez
18:30 04 Sep 24
The team at Law Office of Justin King went above and beyond with my case.It was my first big automobile accident while being 6 months pregnant and I was terrified. I called them the same day and they took on my case immediately.Throughout the whole process they were communicative and on top of everything. I would recommend to everyone and would go back to them again if need be.Thank you to this amazingly firm !
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Wow! I can't say enough good things about the Law Offices of Justin King. Attitude starts at the top, & this firm is top tier. They represented me (& yes we won!) for an injury I sustained while riding my motorcycle westbound on the 10. Someone changed lanes without looking, which resulted in a knee injury, a lot of physical therapy, & a totaled motorcycle. I wasn't sure what to do or if this were even something worth pursuing. I found Justin's webpage & sent a quick message to him on a Saturday night then thought nothing of it. My first call from Justin was Sunday morning. I was immediately impressed. After hearing a bit of my story & asking a few questions I was ready to have Justin represent me. My first question was "How much do I need to come up with to get this started? Justin replied, you don't owe anything until we win. Not unless, until. That set the tone of the next 2 years of my life. As your case progresses it'll require work from you & a whole team working to represent you. Staci will call & let you know she's emailing documents that require signatures; Garrett will call to ask for details they need to understand & yes, he will call to remind you that you forgot to sign a document 3 days earlier. These are great people who genuinely care. They will take time to understand your needs & they communicate every step of the way. If you are injured, you need to call Justin & his team right away. You will not be disappointed!Google only allows 5 stars, but these guys deserve 10!
Vivian Garcia
01:00 15 Aug 24
I was involved in my first big automobile accident last year, in Yorba Linda. I was a bit overwhelmed as you can imagine. Friends suggested that I hire an attorney to handle my case and I was not quite sure how to proceed. I was very fortunate when I was referred to Justin King’s office.I met with Mr. King and found him to be very personable and he listened to my concerns. I felt very comfortable and confident that he would help me in getting a fair outcome to my case.I want to also thank Garrett Tuckerman for all he did in keeping me updated with everything going on with my case and for being there whenever I had any questions or concerns. I also want to mention Leoni Barrera who was always pleasant and supportive when I called.I highly recommend The Law Offices of Justin H. King for your personal injury needs. I feel that Mr. King and his whole staff, with their knowledge, expertise and professionalism will help make your experience a less stressful one.
Lisa Perchez
21:53 29 Jul 24
Last July I was struck by a falling case of liquor at Total Wine in Rancho Cucamonga which led to a slip and fall. My friends and family urged me to contact a lawyer after discovering I needed surgery to repair my broken wrist. A friend found Justin King on Google. Justin was compassionate, accessible, and took charge from the very first meeting. He was able to obtain the surveillance video capturing the entire incident, and made an appointment for me to see a prominent neurologist after the video showed the case struck the front of my head. The entire staff at The Law Offices of Justin H. King were very easy to work with, and I always felt like my case was getting personal attention. Thank you Garrett, Staci, and Leoni! My case went to mediation and settled for more than 3x what they originally offered. If you have been injured in an accident, I highly recommend The Law Offices of Justin H. King.
Leslie S.
18:26 13 Jul 24
I want to thank Justin and his amazing office. They made a very traumatic/ nightmare of a situation into a more bearable situation every step of the way. They kept us updated and we were reassured that we were in good hands. I want to also express my gratitude to Garrett for being so empathic and supportive through the ups and downs that comes with a case. We are so blessed to have had them handle our case. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a professional and dependable office. Thank you again Justin King Office!!!
Melinda 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 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 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 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 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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17:05 25 Oct 24
Thank you so much to Oliver King and Garrett Tuckerman for helping me with my case. They've been outstanding. Although the process was overwhelming, I felt reassured, supported, and listened to. I highly recommend the Law offices of Justin King to anyone who needs help.
Savana Martinez
18:30 04 Sep 24
The team at Law Office of Justin King went above and beyond with my case.It was my first big automobile accident while being 6 months pregnant and I was terrified. I called them the same day and they took on my case immediately.Throughout the whole process they were communicative and on top of everything. I would recommend to everyone and would go back to them again if need be.Thank you to this amazingly firm !
Hate Nine
06:01 04 Sep 24
Wow! I can't say enough good things about the Law Offices of Justin King. Attitude starts at the top, & this firm is top tier. They represented me (& yes we won!) for an injury I sustained while riding my motorcycle westbound on the 10. Someone changed lanes without looking, which resulted in a knee injury, a lot of physical therapy, & a totaled motorcycle. I wasn't sure what to do or if this were even something worth pursuing. I found Justin's webpage & sent a quick message to him on a Saturday night then thought nothing of it. My first call from Justin was Sunday morning. I was immediately impressed. After hearing a bit of my story & asking a few questions I was ready to have Justin represent me. My first question was "How much do I need to come up with to get this started? Justin replied, you don't owe anything until we win. Not unless, until. That set the tone of the next 2 years of my life. As your case progresses it'll require work from you & a whole team working to represent you. Staci will call & let you know she's emailing documents that require signatures; Garrett will call to ask for details they need to understand & yes, he will call to remind you that you forgot to sign a document 3 days earlier. These are great people who genuinely care. They will take time to understand your needs & they communicate every step of the way. If you are injured, you need to call Justin & his team right away. You will not be disappointed!Google only allows 5 stars, but these guys deserve 10!
Vivian Garcia
01:00 15 Aug 24
I was involved in my first big automobile accident last year, in Yorba Linda. I was a bit overwhelmed as you can imagine. Friends suggested that I hire an attorney to handle my case and I was not quite sure how to proceed. I was very fortunate when I was referred to Justin King’s office.I met with Mr. King and found him to be very personable and he listened to my concerns. I felt very comfortable and confident that he would help me in getting a fair outcome to my case.I want to also thank Garrett Tuckerman for all he did in keeping me updated with everything going on with my case and for being there whenever I had any questions or concerns. I also want to mention Leoni Barrera who was always pleasant and supportive when I called.I highly recommend The Law Offices of Justin H. King for your personal injury needs. I feel that Mr. King and his whole staff, with their knowledge, expertise and professionalism will help make your experience a less stressful one.
Lisa Perchez
21:53 29 Jul 24
Last July I was struck by a falling case of liquor at Total Wine in Rancho Cucamonga which led to a slip and fall. My friends and family urged me to contact a lawyer after discovering I needed surgery to repair my broken wrist. A friend found Justin King on Google. Justin was compassionate, accessible, and took charge from the very first meeting. He was able to obtain the surveillance video capturing the entire incident, and made an appointment for me to see a prominent neurologist after the video showed the case struck the front of my head. The entire staff at The Law Offices of Justin H. King were very easy to work with, and I always felt like my case was getting personal attention. Thank you Garrett, Staci, and Leoni! My case went to mediation and settled for more than 3x what they originally offered. If you have been injured in an accident, I highly recommend The Law Offices of Justin H. King.
Leslie S.
18:26 13 Jul 24
I want to thank Justin and his amazing office. They made a very traumatic/ nightmare of a situation into a more bearable situation every step of the way. They kept us updated and we were reassured that we were in good hands. I want to also express my gratitude to Garrett for being so empathic and supportive through the ups and downs that comes with a case. We are so blessed to have had them handle our case. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a professional and dependable office. Thank you again Justin King Office!!!
Melinda 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 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 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 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 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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