Maison Law represents injured bicycle accident victims in the Pluma National Forest area. Bicycle accidents are more common than you might think, especially in areas like Plumas County with its natural scenic beauty and historic mountain cities. But despite the presence of dedicated bike lanes and safety laws, crashes between cyclists and motor vehicles still occur, resulting in severe, life-altering injuries.
At Maison Law, we stand up for injured bicyclists in Plumas County and we will protect you from liability, as well as your right to compensation. If you’re suffering injuries, financial losses, and mental trauma from a bicycle accident, we can help you get your life back on track through swift and efficient legal action. Contact Maison Law today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
Do I Need a Bicycle Accident Lawyer?
In a recent study, Plumas County ranked as the #1 city for high-risk bicycle accidents in California, according to Canyon News. Plumas County experiences injury-related bicycle accidents at a rate of 20.77 accidents per 100,000 citizens, over seven times the California average of 2.89.
What these statistics don’t show is that bicycle accident victims typically need extensive medical treatment, lose the ability to work, and suffer long-term health complications as a result of a serious accident. Despite these facts, insurance companies will still attempt to reduce or deny compensation owed to injured bicycle accident victims. At Maison Law, we will file a lawsuit on your behalf if you do not receive fair compensation and our Bicycle Accident Attorneys will aggressively pursue full compensation for the following damages:
- Special Damages: medical bills, ongoing treatment, costs that accumulate when you’re unable to work, like rent or mortgage payments
- General Damages: these are non-economic hardships like pain and suffering, anxiety, depression, mental trauma
- Wrongful Death Damages: these damages may be sought by a spouse or close relative for funeral arrangements, burial expenses, and medical treatment before a loved one’s death
- Punitive Damages: these damages are rare, but if the driver engaged in reckless driving with the intention of hurting you, then you could sue for punitive damages
Maison Law Legal Services for Bicycle Injury Victims
Bicycle injuries can happen anywhere. They can happen while you’re riding on the sidewalk, crossing the street, or riding one of many outdoor Plumas National Forest bike trails like Mt. Hough Trail. And in a single second, an injury caused by another’s careless actions can alter the course of your life, subjecting you to extensive medical treatment, loss of income, or even permanent disability. These are costly life changes that most people are not prepared to face alone. That’s why, at Maison Law, we offer the following services for bicycle injury victims in the Plumas National Forest area to protect their physical and financial futures after suffering an injury:
- Investigate and determine wrongdoing or recklessness: personal injury accidents are complicated due to the number of victims and liable parties that may be involved. Typically, there will be several people to get statements from, and some parties may only be discussing their involvement through their attorneys. Maison Law can help manage this quickly and efficiently.
- Collect and preserve key evidence: Street cameras, dash cams, security footage, ring cameras, and witness statements are all key points of evidence for your case. Our team of personal injury attorneys will take the proper legal steps to obtain crucial information and strengthen your personal injury case.
- Communicate with insurance companies and other attorneys: It is recommended to have an attorney speak to the insurance adjusters on your behalf. Oftentimes, insurance companies will attempt to trick you into taking part of the blame or get you to say something that hurts your claim. Our attorneys can protect you from liability and ensure your right to fair compensation.
- Prove liability: With several parties potentially being involved in a personal injury accident, any number of them could have caused or contributed to the incident. This makes determining and proving liability challenging. The attorneys at Maison Law will assign a team of investigators and accident reconstruction specialists to determine the cause of your injuries, identify all liable parties, and hold those responsible for compensating you for your damages.
How to Strengthen Your Bicycle Accident Claim
If you suffer a bicycle accident injury, seek medical attention immediately. Nothing is more important than your health. After you get medical care, it is recommended to:
- Report the injury to Plumas County Police: Failing to report an accident can be detrimental to your claim. A police report should be filed, even if you believe you’re fine after the accident. A report will not only place liability on the responsible party, but it will serve as evidence if you decide to take legal action.
- Take your own photos of the scene and get witness statements. Photos, videos, and witness statements can help you establish a strong case so that your compensation cannot be denied by the insurance company. Irrefutable evidence works in your favor in case someone changes their story or the insurance company tries to claim you were at fault.
- Follow up on your injuries with a doctor. Any injuries you’ve sustained from your accident will become a part of your case, and you will need a doctor to corroborate your injuries.
- Contact Maison Law to protect your rights to compensation. Most accident victims find themselves overwhelmed by the incident and fail to realize the enormous impact a serious injury can have on their lives. Our Bicycle Accident Attorneys can help you understand your options and get you the compensation you need to make a full recovery.
When Do I Need a Lawyer for a Bicycle Accident Injury?
If you only suffered minor scrapes or bruises from a bicycle accident you may not need a lawyer. However, you should contact an attorney after a bicycle accident if:
- There were serious injuries: You will need compensation to cover your current and future medical bills if you’ve suffered serious injuries. An attorney can ensure both.
- Wrongful death: If a loved one has passed away due to the accident you will need compensation for funeral expenses and damages related to the untimely loss.
- Fault: If you are blamed for the accident, but are not at fault, an attorney can protect and assign liability to the at-fault parties. Also, an attorney can reduce liability if you are liable to some extent.
- Multiple parties involved: Multiple parties make cases complex. An attorney can manage your case while protecting your best interests and right to compensation from all liable parties.
- False police report: If a police report places blame on you, and you disagree, an attorney will gather evidence to support your claim.
Contact Maison Law | Plumas National Forest Bicycle Accident Lawyers
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident in the Plumas National Forest area due to a careless driver or hazardous condition, the Bicycle Accident Attorneys at Maison Law can help. On the road, cyclists are offered practically no protection from serious hazards, making them far more likely to be seriously injured in an accident, or in worst cases, killed. That’s why having the legal guidance of one of our Bicycle Accident Attorneys on your side is vital to your physical and financial recovery after being injured in an untimely accident.
Our firm will aggressively pursue liable parties to recover the maximum amount of damages you’re owed, as well as connect you to immediate medical resources. Don’t wait until it’s too late to take legal action. Contact Maison Law today to begin your free initial consultation and get the expert legal help you need.
