Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle accidents can lead to a range of injuries, and in some cases, the consequences can be catastrophic, significantly impacting the lives of those involved. Common Catastrophic Injuries From Bicycle Accidents Here are the types of catastrophic injuries that commonly result from bicycle accidents: Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs): Head injuries can vary in severity, from concussions to more severe forms that can result in long-term cognitive impairment, memory loss, or even permanent disability. Spinal Cord Injuries: Depending...

In car-bike accidents, the driver of the vehicle is typically considered to be at fault. However, our Las Vegas car accident lawyers know there are circumstances when both parties can share liability. When the Driver is At Fault A driver may be at fault for a bicycle accident under various circumstances, which often involve a failure to adhere to traffic laws or act in a reasonably cautious manner. For example: Failure to Yield Right of Way: If...

When a bicyclist is passing a car on the right, they can get “right hooked” if the vehicle turns immediately in front of them or crashes into them while turning. In the majority of these cases, the driver is at fault, but here is how liability is determined. Evidence of Negligence Nevada is an “at-fault” state, which means the party who causes a collision is responsible for damages. Therefore, when an accident is reported to an insurance...

Nevada law requires motorists to exercise care and be extra cautious to protect the safety of bicyclists. However, bicyclists have the same rights as drivers, which means they also have a duty to follow the law. Where Bicyclists Can Ride Bicyclists must ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable and exercise due care when passing a standing vehicle or one driving in the same direction, unless: Traveling at a legal speed limit...