Bicycle Accident Attorney in Macon, GA

Bicycle accident injuries can be severe. If you or a loved one were hurt, you may face expensive medical bills, time lost at work, and changes to your quality of life. If your accident was the fault of a negligent driver or another wrongful party, you deserve compensation for your losses. 

For more than 25 years, Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC. has helped personal injury victims pursue justice. Our bicycle accident attorney in Macon, GA, can prove financial liability for your injuries and ensure the responsible party pays for your damages so you do not shoulder the burden of an accident you did not cause. 

 

Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC., Advocates for Bicycle Accident Victims

According to the Georgia Department of Transportation, nearly half of all bicycle accidents in Georgia happened in the state’s five largest cities, which include Macon. If you or your loved one suffered injuries in a bicycle crash on Mercer University Drive, Upper River Road, or anywhere else in or around the city, our lawyers can assist you with an insurance claim or lawsuit against the at-fault party. 

Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC., is a full-service law firm focused on personal injury clients. We provide responsive, personalized representation with an emphasis on attorney-client communication. Our team will handle the details of your case, keeping you updated and informed every step of the way. 

Our bicycle accident lawyers in Macon, GA, can:

• Investigate your accident and collect evidence
• Record your detailed account of your collision and locate and interview eyewitnesses
• Hire and consult with case experts
• Identify and evaluate your damages
• Communicate with involved parties on your behalf and represent you during meetings and appearances (and at trial if necessary)
• Prepare and file your insurance or legal paperwork and manage case deadlines
• Negotiate for fair and advantageous financial recovery

 

Our Commitment to Clients Speaks for Itself

Our focus on service is evident through our positive testimonials. Here is what previous clients have to say about working with our firm:

“ Wonderful team; they went above and beyond for me. No question went unanswered and anything I needed they provided. Would use again and always refer people to use them. They’re the best.” -Joel McCall

“Anastopoulo did a great job! They were extremely professional and my disbursement was quick! Would highly recommend!” -Jarett Walker Withrow

Our team can get you started with a free consultation. Additionally, we take cases on contingency, meaning we only collect a fee if and when we obtain compensation for you.

 

Bicycle Accidents Can Cause Severe Injuries and Significant Damages

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) reports that bicycle accidents lead to more than 20,000 hospital admissions and over a half million emergency department visits annually in the United States. Common bicycle accident injuries include:

• Severe cuts, bruising, and lacerations (“road rash”)
• Broken limbs
• Broken ribs
• Pelvic fractures
• Facial and eye injuries
• Dental injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Spinal cord injuries (SCI)
• Back, neck, and shoulder injuries
• Internal bleeding and organ damage

Treatment can be expensive and ongoing, and your medical bills may represent only a portion of your bicycle accident losses, especially if you cannot work. If someone else caused your bike crash, they should pay – not you and your family. 

 

Our Lawyers Will Pursue Your Medical Expense and Other Losses

We know that getting fair compensation quickly and efficiently is your priority, so we make it our priority. Our bicycle accident attorney in Macon, GA, will aggressively negotiate to secure the maximum financial recovery available for your damages. Personal injury awards in Georgia may include:

• Medical treatment. We can seek compensation for your current medical bills and expected future medical treatment, including emergency transportation and treatment, medical procedures, hospital stays, rehabilitation, medications and medical equipment, long-term care services, and lifecare expenses. 
• Pain and suffering. You can seek monetary compensation for intangible losses related to the quality of life reductions caused by your injury. Our lawyers can help you pursue awards for physical pain, disabling injuries, scarring and disfigurement, mental anguish, emotional suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. 
• Lost income. If you have missed work due to your bicycle accident or your injury prevents you from returning to your job, we can pursue your lost income. Our lawyers can recover back pay, bonuses, tips, and health and retirement benefits. If you must change jobs, reduce your hours, or leave the workforce, we can seek compensation for future lost income and loss of your earning potential. 
• Property damages. Our lawyers can seek the cost of fixing or replacing your damaged bicycle or personal property, such as cell phones, laptops, smartwatches, and jewelry. 
• Various expenses. We can identify miscellaneous damages you may be owed, including the value of household services, medical travel expenses, and the cost of any medically-necessary home and vehicle modifications. 

 

Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC. gets results. We have achieved multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts for clients like you, including a $1 million settlement for a bicycle accident victim who was rear-ended by a vehicle. Our lawyers can seek the awards you deserve so someone else’s mistake does not threaten your financial stability. 

 

We Can Seek Justice for a Loved One’s Fatal Injury

The Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) states that more than 30 bicycle accident deaths occurred in Georgia in 2020. If your loved one suffered a fatal bicycle accident injury, our attorneys can help you pursue wrongful death compensation. 

According to O.C.G.A. § 51-4-2, a deceased’s surviving spouse, children, or parents (in that order) can recover damages. Awards may include medical bills, funeral and burial expenses, and the deceased lost income. Surviving family members can also seek compensation for the loss of their loved one’s counsel, care, companionship, and guidance. 

 

Do Not Let Georgia’s Statute of Limitations Expire

Georgia’s statute of limitations limits how long you have to take legal action. According to O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, you have up to three years from your accident or your loved one’s death to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. This time limit will also affect your chances of securing an insurance settlement. 

Allowing the deadline to expire could leave you with no options for financial recovery. Our Macon bicycle accident lawyers can help you get started before it is too late. 

 

Bicycle Accident Liability

The GOHS states that bicycles are legally classified as motor vehicles. Therefore, drivers in Macon and throughout Georgia must share the road with cyclists as they would other motorists. For example, drivers must:

• Yield the right of way to bicycles (when applicable)
• Leave three feet of space when following or passing a bicycle (according to  O.C.G.A. § 40-6-56)
• Communicate with cyclists using turn signals
• Stop at stop lights and stop signs and yield to bicyclists crossing at marked intersections
• Watch for bicyclists when making turns
• Avoid speeding or traveling too fast for current road/weather conditions
• Not drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Not crowd or travel into designated bicycle lanes
• Watch for cyclists when opening parked car doors (to avoid “dooring” accidents)

If a driver disobeyed Georgia’s traffic laws or behaved recklessly or wrongfully, our lawyers will prove they are liable for your accident. We will help you pursue a claim against their automobile liability insurance or seek compensation in civil court if necessary. 

 

Rider Responsibilities

Bicyclists also have specific responsibilities when traveling on Georgia’s roadways. For example:

• Bicyclists under age 16 must wear a helmet 
• Cyclists may not attach themselves to motor vehicles
• Riders must equip their bikes with a headlight when traveling at night
• Riders may not carry more passengers than the bike is designed for
• Bicycles must ride as close to the right side of the roadway as possible

If you failed to uphold your legal duty in some manner, that does not mean you cannot recover damages. Our lawyers can defend your right to compensation and stand up to allegations that your actions led to your collision. 

 

Contact Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC.

Contact our team 24/7 to schedule a free consultation, or call (800) 313-2546. The sooner you reach out, the sooner our bicycle accident attorneys in Macon, GA, can help.