Teaneck Bicycle Accident Lawyer

If you or a family member has been injured in a bicycle accident in Teaneck, New Jersey, you need a Teaneck Bicycle Accident Lawyer.

Bicycle accidents can cause death and near fatal injuries, including:

• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Post Concussion Syndrome
• Broken Bones
• Scarring
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Paralysis
• Internal Injuries

In 2022 (the most recent year’s data available), according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 46,195 bicyclists were injured in traffic crashes.

Bicyclists in Teaneck are at risk of injury because of distracted drivers. Cars are speeding on Cedar Lane and Teaneck Road, rushing to get onto Route 4, Route 80 or the Turnpike.

Intersection bicycle accidents in Teaneck can be deadly. There are lot of intersections where drivers do not follow the rules of the road. Drivers in Teaneck are running stop signs and running red lights. 40% of the deadliest intersections are in New Jersey according to New Jersey Safe Routes.

How Can a Lawyer Help?

A Teaneck Bicycle Accident Attorney can represent you or your loved one as you deal with the mess that his happened to the life of the victim.

Your lawyer can file a lawsuit on your behalf to fight for the money you need to recover, and that your family needs to Move Forward.

You don’t want to be unrepresented— the insurance company’s goal is to settle with you for as little money as possible. You need a lawyer and time to understand the full impact of the injuries to your life. You need a lawyer who understands how these cases work.

Domhnall O’Cathain heads the O’Cathain Law Group Personal Injury Law Department and has helped bicyclists injured in New Jersey before. A consultation with him is free— in fact, clients pay no money upfront for bringing a bicycle accident lawsuit. We only receive money when we win money for you, through settlement or jury verdict. Plus, Domhnall’s a cyclist himself who lives in Bergen County, and knows Teaneck well.

What Are The Steps To Take If You Or A Family Member Has Been Injured?

• Get medical attention. A lot of bicycle accident victims are taken to the hospital by ambulance. If you refused medical attention, but you still feel pain, it is a good idea to go to the ER or an Urgent Care or a medical practice that handles injuries like yours.
• Call (848) 356 – 4405 ASAP to schedule a free personal injury law consultation.
• Ask somebody to take cell phone photos of any injuries, your bicycle, the car, and even the road the car hit you on.
• If there’s a police report, see if you can get a copy; if not, your dedicated personal injury law paralegal will get it for us.
• If there’s a hospital report and/or medical records, see if you can get a copy; if not, your dedicated personal injury law paralegal will get it for us.
• If you have your damaged bicycle, keep it in a safe place.

What If A Family Member Was Killed?

First, we extended our deepest condolences.

No family should have to suffer this type of loss. No amount of money can bring a child, a sibling, or your parent back to the dinner table.

Sadly, according to the NHTSA, in 2021, 2.2% of all traffic fatalities were bicyclist fatalities.

While we can’t bring your loved one back, we can work to hold the driver accountable and make their insurance pay.

Everyone should be able to safely enjoy a bicycle ride. Don’t let the driver who’s caused an accident get away with it.

Schedule a free consultation with a O’Cathain Law Group Personal Injury Law Department attorney today or fill out a consultation form to work with a Teaneck bicycle accident lawyer.