Cycling has always been popular in California. With our clement weather and beautiful landscapes, the state is a haven for everyone from casual beach cruisers to speed demons and mountain athletes. While most people do their best to share the road, overcrowded lanes and reckless drivers can turn a pleasant ride into a nightmare.
Out of everyone navigating our roadways, cyclists are among the most vulnerable. Bicycle gear is built for speed and ease, and offers little to no protection against obstacles with the speed and force of a moving vehicle. Even a minor collision can result in injuries like broken bones, internal hemorrhaging, or head trauma.
A bicycle accident can happen for many reasons, some of which are out of anyone’s control. Other times, however, an accident occurs when a careless driver fails to notice a cyclist on the road, recklessly changing lanes or ignoring intersections without noticing their surroundings until it is too late. Poor road maintenance, the responsibility of the state, can also provide an unsteady cycling surface and lead to a crash. A bicycle accident can leave you with staggering medical bills and loss of mobility or worse, but if your accident was the result of negligence, we can help. Our bicycle accident attorneys are ready to take on your case, examining the circumstances of your accident and fighting for the best possible resolution on your behalf.
If you or a loved one were injured in a bicycle accident in Long Beach, you have a right to seek compensation for your injuries and losses. Start fighting for those rights, call to consult with one of our Long Beach bicycle accident lawyers today.