More and more individuals are choosing to cycle as a means of transport and exercise, but with the increase in the number of cyclists on our roads, the stark increase of injuries and fatalities are also rising. Cycling fatalities have been consistently rising since 2010, and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 846 bicyclists were tragically killed in traffic accidents in the USA throughout 2019.
For South Carolina cyclists, it gets worse. Figures released by NHTSA in 2017 show South Carolina's bicycle accident fatalities are among the worst in the country, and bicycle accidents occur more there than in most other states.
At Clore Law, we know that the majority of cyclists are safe, vigilant, and adhere to the law. But when accidents do occur, we are passionate about getting victims the compensation that they deserve.
When a bicycle and a vehicle collide, it’s usually the cyclist who gets hurt, and in most cases, seriously. Hiring a South Carolina bicycle accident lawyer ensures that you get the maximum compensation that you deserve for damages, injuries and in more catastrophic cases, ongoing medical treatments and home adaptations.
Insurance companies may try to negotiate a settlement with you directly. But remember, these insurance giants will want to save as much money as possible, and it’s in their interest to offer you less than you truly deserve; you need an experienced attorney at your side to ensure this doesn’t happen.
At Clore Law, not only do our experienced attorneys know the law inside out, but we’ve also seen the tricks and techniques that the insurance companies use to get away with paying you the minimum amount. We have a long legacy in pursuing justice for bicycle accident victims, so start your journey to justice today.
Bicycle accidents can be caused by a variety of factors and situations, though the most common types of cyclist injury accidents are caused by:
Naturally, cyclists are not as shielded as vehicle drivers, so when a cyclist is involved in an accident, their injuries can be far more serious.
Common are injuries include:
While bicyclists have the same right to South Carolina roadways as motor vehicles, far too many drivers remain blind to cyclists. Clore Law Group understands the risks that pedestrians and bicyclists face on our highways and byways. We stand ready to help you legally seek the compensation that you may well deserve. When you are injured in a bike accident due to the negligence of others, you may be able to receive financial compensation for your injuries.
Whether you were struck by a car, forced by a negligent driver to collide into something, or crashed because of a hidden danger on the road, call Clore Law Group now to see if you have a case.
If you’ve been hurt in a cycling accident that was not your fault, you could be entitled to make a claim against the negligent party’s insurance. The experienced personal injury attorneys at Clore Law Group stand ready to fight for those who have been harmed by the negligence of others. If you believe you were injured in a bicycle accident due to no fault of your own, call us today.
We offer fully confidential and free case evaluations to those injured or the loved ones of someone killed in a Charleston bicycle accident. Call us today 843-380-5864.
If you are thinking of filing a bicycle accident claim in South Carolina, here are the typical steps we will undertake: