Choose an Experienced Massachusetts Bicycle Accident Lawyer

The attorneys at Breakstone, White & Gluck, P.C., have extensive experience handling personal injury claims and lawsuits on behalf of injured bicyclists. People on bicycles have the right to use most roads in Massachusetts, and may ride their bicycles on sidewalks except within certain designated business districts. Bicyclists are expected to follow all of the Massachusetts motor vehicle laws, as well as certain additional statutes regarding bicycle operation (such as using reflectors, riding single file, and giving hand signals).

Accidents involving collisions with vehicles, attacks by dogs, and defective products all commonly occur. More often than not, a collision with a motor vehicle is caused by the negligence of the operator of the car or truck, who failed to keep a proper look-out, who misjudged the bike’s speed, who turned improperly, who failed to yield the right-of-way, or who failed to leave the proper amount of room for the cyclist. These accidents can be very serious, resulting in bone fractures, head injury, scarring and even wrongful death.

When a motorist collides with a bicycle, Massachusetts law provides that there shall be up to $8,000 in personal injury protection benefits (“no-fault” benefits) which can help pay for medical bills and lost wages. These benefits are available even if the driver was not negligent. Motor vehicle liability insurance from the responsible operator, as well as the insurance on a car owned by the bicyclist or a family member, are all sources of insurance to help pay for personal injury claims, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering caused by the negligence of the responsible operator.

We understand that it is important to overcome juror bias towards bicyclists, as many jurors do not ride bicycles themselves—or haven’t for many years. Breakstone, White & Gluck, P.C., is also a proud supporter of cycling programs in Massachusetts, and supports the Northeast Bicycle Club, the Charles River Wheelmen, and the New England Mountain Bike Association.

Because the statute of limitations applies to bicycle accident cases, victims have a limited time in which to file their cases. If you feel you have a bicycle accident case, it is vital that you act immediately to protect your rights. Please call us at 617-723-7676 (or toll free at 1-800-379-1244), use our contact form. Get your free legal consultation today with Breakstone, White & Gluck, P.C.

Our Case Reports page describes many of the cases we have successfully handled on behalf of our clients. If you feel you have a bike accident case, it is vital that you act immediately to protect your rights. Please call us at 617-723-7676, or toll free at 1-800-379-1244, or use our contact form.

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