San Francisco Bicycle Accident Attorney
Bicycle Accident Lawyers Serving Clients in San Francisco
Bicyclists face a high risk of severe injury or death in any collision with a car. According to the NHTSA, 966 bicyclists were killed in traffic accidents in the United States in 2021, with an estimated 130,000 more injured on the roads.
Our San Francisco bicycle accident attorneys see many cases where drivers disregard cyclists’ right to share the road or miss cyclists altogether when turning, changing lanes, or pulling into traffic. Our San Francisco bicycle accident attorneys have seen too often drivers failing to pay attention to their surroundings, not respecting the rights of cyclists, and overlooking cyclists when making maneuvers that can endanger their lives.
Common auto driver wrongdoing includes:
- motorists not checking blind spots before changing lanes
- making right turns directly in front of cyclists
- sideswiping cyclists
- opening doors in front of them
- driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- failing to stop at stop signs
- pulling out from driveways or side streets without looking
California laws give bicyclists the same rights to use the streets as motorists.
Our Process in Prosecuting Bike Injury Claims
Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger is a San Francisco law firm. Our firm is highly recommended by bicyclists, bicycling organizations, clubs, racing teams, and other lawyers. With over 40 years of experience and the highest peer ratings, our most senior attorney is available to discuss your case by phone day and evening, seven days a week.
We have helped hundreds of cyclists. We are major supporters of bicycle coalitions and advocacy organizations. We are also educators, lecturers, and writers on bicycle law and safety. We are well-versed in the California Vehicle Code and local traffic laws. We sponsor local bicycle coalitions, and our members have been riding Bay Area roads since 1980.
We Spend Our Own Money to Prove Your Case
We hire top accident reconstruction engineers to prove fault. We utilize specialized medical experts to support your injury claims and to obtain maximum compensation. We thoroughly investigate every case.
When to Consult a Bicycle Accident Lawyer
It is crucial to consult a qualified bicycle accident attorney as soon as possible following an injury accident. Delay can result in lost evidence, disappearing witnesses, and potential exploitation by the other party’s insurance company. Once we are retained, we take swift action to secure and protect relevant evidence.
Compensation Recoverable in a Bicycle Accident Claim
We are proficient in obtaining compensation and accountability for clients. We seek past and future medical and rehabilitation costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, emotional distress, loss of financial support, property damage, incidental expenses, and punitive damages.
In hit-and-run accidents, if the bicyclist is covered by an uninsured motorist automobile liability policy, damages may be recovered. Our San Francisco bicycle accident attorneys work relentlessly to secure the financial compensation you deserve, making the legal process as simple and painless as possible so you can focus on recovery.
Why You Need a Bicycle Accident Attorney
Attempting to resolve a claim without a qualified attorney is a mistake that can cost you money. Insurance companies aim to pay as little as possible and often take advantage of unrepresented victims. Until you hire an experienced personal injury attorney, the opposing insurance company knows you are not in a position to take your case to trial.
An early settlement offer may seem fair, especially with medical bills arriving and missed work. Protect yourself in the early stages by contacting a qualified bicycle accident attorney.
Do not voluntarily provide a recorded statement or sign medical releases or settlement papers without legal advice. Those documents can limit responsibility or shift blame.
Choose Our San Francisco Bicycle Accident Attorneys to Protect You
When you contact the Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger law firm for a free consultation, there is no obligation. You will meet with an attorney to discuss your accident, your injuries, and your legal rights.
We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we collect money for you by verdict or settlement. Our firm is experienced, reputable, accomplished, and committed to client satisfaction.