A bicycle accident in Harford County could cost thousands of dollars in medical bills and harm your ability to earn a living. This could lead to financial and emotional hardship for you and your family. Fortunately, you are not alone: a Harford County bicycle accident lawyer from MD Accident Law can help you file a legal claim.
By filing a claim against the at-fault party, you could hold them responsible for their actions and recover the money your family needs to move forward. A Harford County personal injury lawyer from our team can manage your case on your behalf.
Bicycle Accident Damages Available in Harford County
If someone else’s negligence caused or contributed to your bike crash, state law allows you to seek financial compensation from the negligent party or parties. You can ask for money based on your physical and mental suffering, such as:
- Reduced quality of life, if you struggle to care for yourself or your dependents, or if your injuries prevent you from enjoying your old hobbies
- Disability, for any injuries that temporarily or permanently restrict your ability to use an affected body part
- Loss of consortium, if the injury has impacted your ability to maintain a healthy relationship with your spouse
You can also pursue reimbursement for any financial costs or losses associated with the collision, including:
- Loss of wages, if you missed work while recovering, or if you are temporarily or permanently unable to earn the money your family uses to pay bills
- Medical expenses, including care needed to save your life, allow your injury to heal, and reduce any bothersome symptoms caused by the injury
- Property damage, especially the cost of repairing or replacing your bicycle (though you can also seek compensation for other valuable property that was destroyed, such as a GPS or cell phone)
If you want to get a head start on identifying all the types of compensation you deserve, you can write up a list of how your life has changed since the accident. However, this is not necessary for you to pursue a legal case. Your Harford County bicycle accident attorney can determine which of your injuries are compensable and how much they are worth.
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Our Bicycle Accident Attorneys Serve Harford County
State law only allows you three years from your accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit against the liable party. This statute of limitations, found in Md. Cts. & Jud. Proc. Code § 5-101, means that waiting too long to begin your case could jeopardize your ability to recover money.
If you contact us promptly, a Harford County bike accident lawyer from MD Accident Law can help you by:
- Collecting enough evidence to prove how serious your injuries are and that the liable party caused those injuries
- Determining if it is worthwhile to file a bicycle accident lawsuit
- Advising you on making critical legal choices, such as which strategy to pursue as you seek fair compensation
- Serving as the “middleman” in all communications between you and the at-fault party’s insurance company
- Meeting with the insurance company to present your case and negotiate for a fair settlement that will cover your family’s needs, now and in the future
- Pursuing a courtroom trial, if necessary (e.g., if the insurance adjuster refuses to cooperate)
If you are concerned about finances—a very reasonable worry, given the high costs associated with bicycle crashes—you should know that we charge no attorneys’ fees upfront or out of pocket. Instead, we charge a contingency fee, which our clients must only pay if and when we recover money for them.
We Can Help After a Bike Accident Results in Wrongful Death
A Maryland Department of Transportation study shows that five Marylanders died in motor vehicle accidents involving pedalcycles (which includes bicycles) in 2021. This number represents a significant decrease from previous years, but for the families who have lost loved ones in such crashes, it is still too high.
If you have lost someone you love in a bicycle crash, Adam M. Smallow is deeply sorry for your loss. Our entire legal team can work hard to:
- Identify and locate the negligent party who caused your loved one’s death
- Calculate how much compensation your family deserves for loss of companionship, loss of financial support, and funeral expenses
- Champion your rights and fight for the justice you and your loved one deserve
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Evidence to Prove Your Maryland Bicycle Accident Case
After an accident in Maryland, your first step should be to call 9-1-1 for help. Later, you can talk to us about collecting evidence to support your insurance claim.
As part of our service to you, Adam M. Smallow can build your case file with evidence from as many sources as possible. Your Hartford County bike accident attorney can collect this evidence by:
- Having you tell us everything you know about the bike crash
- Reviewing any photos or video footage that show the accident or its aftermath
- Speaking with people who witnessed either the accident or the effect the accident has had on your professional or personal life
- Requesting a copy of the police report, which the responding officer must file after they finish investigating any traffic accident
- Consulting with experts who can tell us more about the injury’s likely cause or its effects on your health and career
With these and other sources of evidence, we can determine whether your bike accident was caused by a negligent driver, a parts manufacturer, a mechanic, or even a local government agency that failed to maintain the roadway.
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Call Our Harford County Law Firm After Your Bike Accident
Contact MD Accident Law today for a free initial consultation with a member of our team. Our Harford County bicycle accident lawyers are ready to learn about your injury and devise a strategy that may enable your family to recover all the compensation you need and deserve.
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