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Were you or a loved one injured in a bicycle accident in Jacksonville, FL? An experienced Jacksonville bicycle accident lawyer can help you recover fair compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Call us at (904) 396-1100 or contact Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers to learn more about your legal options today. 

Our lawyers have over 80 years of experience fighting for injured clients across Northeast Florida. We’re ready to use that experience to your advantage. We’ve already recovered tens of millions of dollars to help accident victims move forward with their lives.

Contact our law offices in Jacksonville, Florida, to schedule a free consultation today if you were injured in an accident.

How Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help After a Bicycle Accident in Jacksonville

How Baggett Law Can Help After a Bicycle Accident in Jacksonville

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed if you were hurt in a serious cycling accident. The insurance company will work hard to minimize the amount of money you can recover.

You deserve an experienced Jacksonville personal injury lawyer who will help you fight back against the insurance company’s scare tactics. At Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we have nearly eight decades of experience handling personal injury claims. Our firm has received the highest AV-Preeminent rating from Martindale Hubbell, and our attorneys are regularly recognized by Super Lawyers.

We only accept a limited number of cases–so that we can give your case the personal attention it deserves. 

Choose our personal injury law firm, and you can expect us to:

  • Provide sound legal advice and guidance
  • Investigate the accident to identify liable parties, locate evidence, and determine all sources of compensation
  • Calculate all of your losses, including hard-to-value personal losses
  • Hire experts and specialists to strengthen your case
  • Negotiate with the insurance company to reach a fair settlement
  • Take your case to trial if the insurance company refuses a fair offer

Our Jacksonville personal injury attorneys have worked hard over the years to earn our reputation for success. Call for a free initial consultation today to learn more about how we can help with your case.

How Common Are Bicycle Accidents in Jacksonville, FL?

Florida’s year-round warm climate makes it an ideal place for bicyclists. Unfortunately, Florida is also ranked among the most dangerous places in the nation to ride a bike.

In 2020 alone, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reported 5,952 bicycle accidents statewide. Almost 170 people were killed in those accidents. Over 250 bike accidents occurred in Duval County in 2020.

According to a Dangerous by Design study released in 2021, Jacksonville is the tenth most dangerous area for bicyclists and pedestrians in the U.S.

What is My Jacksonville Bicycle Accident Case Worth?

No two accidents are exactly alike. The circumstances surrounding the accident can vary widely from case to case–and your injuries won’t be identical to anyone else’s. A careful analysis is necessary to calculate the fair value of a personal injury case.

The best way to find out how much your personal injury case is worth is to schedule a free case review with an experienced lawyer.

To calculate your case value, our lawyers will examine all of the facts, including:

  • The nature and severity of your injuries
  • Your recovery prospects 
  • The cost of your medical care and anticipated future medical costs
  • Whether you’ll suffer permanent disabilities or disfigurement
  • Changes to your daily life and overall quality of life
  • How the injury impacts your ability to earn a living

Damages like pain and suffering can be particularly difficult to value. However, they’re often a large part of a settlement or verdict. Because these losses have no clear financial value, you can expect the insurance company to try downplaying their severity.

Our lawyers at Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers can fight to protect your rights every step of the way. Call our law firm to learn more about what your Jacksonville bicycle accident claim might be worth.

What Types of Damages Are Available to Bicycle Accident Victims?

What Types of Damages Are Available to Bicycle Accident Victims?

If someone else is responsible for your bike accident, you can pursue damages for your financial losses and your personal losses. 

Under Florida personal injury laws, your financial losses are called “economic damages.” 

These are damages that have a clear monetary value and include:

  • Past and future medical expenses
  • Lost wages while you recover
  • Loss of future earnings, if you suffer a permanent or lasting disability
  • Rehabilitation 
  • Property damage

You can also recover damages for more subjective, personal losses. These are called non-economic damages.

These damages are unique and highly personal and may include:

If you lost a loved one in a fatal cycling accident, you may be entitled to additional damages for wrongful death. Surviving family members can recover compensation for funeral costs, loss of inheritance, pain and suffering, and more.

Can I Recover Damages If I’m Being Blamed for a Bicycle Accident in Florida?

Yes, as long as you weren’t mostly to blame. Florida follows a modified comparative fault law with a 51% bar to recovery. If multiple parties share responsibility for the same accident, insurance companies will assign each party a “percentage of fault.” Your damages will be reduced to account for your share of the blame, and if you are assigned 51% or more of the blame, you cannot recover compensation.

Insurance companies often try to exploit this rule. They might blame you even when they have no legitimate evidence that you caused the accident. Our lawyers in Jacksonville can help you fight back against these attempts to blame you. Just give us a quick call to learn more today.  

We’ll Fight to Recover Compensation for All of Your Bicycle Accident Injuries

Bike accidents can cause a wide range of injuries. Even with a helmet, bicyclists have very little protection in a car accident.

Some of the most common bike accident injuries we see include:

Our Jacksonville bicycle accident attorneys will work closely with your doctors and medical experts to fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.

What Causes Most Bicycle Accidents in Jacksonville, Florida?

Most bicycle accidents happen because of human error. In other words, they occur because someone was negligent. 

More specifically, some of the most common causes of bicycle accidents include:

  • Distracted driving
  • Drunk driving
  • Failure to yield the right-of-way to cyclists
  • Failure to share the road
  • Speeding
  • Veering into the bike lane (dangerous passing)
  • Aggressive driving
  • Dangerous lane changes
  • Failure to watch for bicyclists when turning
  • Running a red light or stop sign
  • Driving under the influence of drugs
  • Fatigued driving
  • Road hazards
  • Lack of dedicated bike lanes and infrastructure
  • Malfunctioning traffic signals
  • Dangerously designed intersections

According to a study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about two million bicyclists sustained injuries over a two-year period. The bicyclist was hit by a car in about 457,000 of those accidents.

Unfortunately, these types of accidents tend to cause the most severe injuries. If you or a loved one were involved in a bicycle accident, don’t hesitate to reach out for the legal advice you deserve. Call Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers to schedule your free case evaluation today.

How Do I Prove Negligence After a Bicycle Accident in Florida? 

Negligence is a failure to exercise reasonable caution under the circumstances. It’s the basis for most personal injury cases. 

The four elements of a negligence claim are:

Our lawyers will thoroughly investigate to locate evidence to establish each of these elements. That evidence can take many forms, including:

  • Dash cam footage
  • Video surveillance footage from nearby businesses or traffic lights
  • Results of drug and alcohol testing
  • Police reports
  • Cell phone records
  • Medical records
  • Evidence from the accident scene, including skid marks, vehicle damage, and general road conditions

Our goal is to determine what caused your accident and who was responsible. In complex cases, we might work with respected accident reconstruction specialists to gain a more clear picture.

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Bicycle Accident in Florida?

In Florida, the statute of limitations to file a personal injury lawsuit was recently changed for most cases. You’ll have four years to file a claim if your accident took place on 3/23/2023, and two years if it took place after that date. The statute of limitations starts to run on the date of your accident.

Once the statute of limitations expires, a judge won’t consider your case. Moreover, the insurance company probably won’t offer a fair settlement either. 

It’s always important to take legal action as quickly as possible. The strongest evidence could be lost if you wait too long. To learn more about how our lawyers can work to preserve your legal rights, give us a quick call today.

Contact a Jacksonville Bicycle Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation

Are you struggling with injuries and financial insecurity after a bike accident? Contact Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers today. With an experienced Jacksonville bicycle accident lawyer by your side, you’ll greatly increase your chances of taking home the maximum compensation you deserve.

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