Gainesville Bicycle Accident Lawyer

A serious bicycle accident caused by a reckless driver can leave you with massive medical bills and no way to pay them. Your inability to work temporarily—or permanently—may result in financial stress that slows your recovery.

A Gainesville bicycle accident lawyer from the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine understands how a serious accident caused by negligence affects accident victims and their lives. The party responsible for your injuries should pay your medical costs and not you.

At the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine, we only collect our fee if we collect compensation for you. You worry about getting better. We take care of everything else.

Liability For Your Bicycle Injuries

In 2017, Florida held the unique and unfortunate record for most bicycle fatalities in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 125 fatal bike accidents occurred in the Sunshine State that year.

Drivers and cyclists must obey traffic laws and share the road in a safe manner. When a driver takes risks behind the wheel, they place a bicyclist at risk for serious and life-changing harm. Examples of dangerous driver behavior that can result in a traumatic accident include:

• Drinking and driving
• Driving under the influence of drugs
• Driving drowsy
• Speeding or bullying a cyclist
• Hit and Run

Some drivers may fail to recognize that bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as they do. This failure can lead to driver impatience as they:

• Fail to yield the right-of-way
• Turn right at an intersection and fail to look for an approaching cyclist
• Fail to allow enough space for a cyclist
• Pull out in front of cyclists due to misjudging their speed

At the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine, we go the extra mile to determine liability for your bicycle accident. In cases where the fault is not yet determined, we investigate to discover who caused your injuries and to prove negligence.

We Will Build Your Bicycle Accident Case

Liability is the central component of a bicycle accident case. If you can’t prove that another party was responsible for your injuries, you won’t be able to collect compensation beyond your own insurance coverage. To build your case, our lawyers will conduct an in-depth investigation. We will review:

• Police reports
• Video and photos from the accident scene
• Witness interviews
• Expert statements
• Your medical records and invoices, which will serve as proof of your injuries

This information can then be used to connect your injuries to the liable party’s negligent behavior. We will work to prove that:

• The responsible driver owed you a duty of care
• They violated this duty of care by behaving negligently
• This violation caused your accident
• Your accident left you with serious injuries

Assigning negligence is key to both insurance claims and lawsuits. Florida is a comparative fault state. This means that if the liable party proves that you were partially responsible for your accident, your claim or settlement could be reduced.

Our team will work hard to prove that you deserve fair compensation. We believe that you deserve a fair shot at justice.

We Will Negotiate With Bicycle Accident Insurers

The insurance claim process after a bicycle accident is complex. Per Florida Statutes § 627.736, you may receive coverage for some of your losses via your mandatory vehicular personal injury protection plan (PIP). The standard limit for PIP coverage in Florida is $10,000, though, which oftentimes isn’t enough to cover bicycle accident medical bills. Similarly, if you don’t own a car, you might not hold a PIP plan.

If you aren’t carrying PIP, or your PIP isn’t enough to reimburse you, you may need to pursue the liable party’s insurer through a fault-based claim. This process entails negotiation. The liable party’s insurer will likely try to reduce the value of your claim by suggesting that you were at fault. It’s important to come to the negotiation table prepared. Saying the wrong thing could damage your case.

Our team has dealt with insurers in the past. We know what to expect. We can:

• Advise you on what you should or shouldn’t say to insurers
• Assist you as you reply to insurer correspondence
• Negotiate with insurers on your behalf
• Protect you from low settlement offers
• Push for the best settlement offer possible
• If insurance negotiations fall through, we are prepared to file a lawsuit

We’re here to take the stress out of the insurance negotiation process. If you’re unsure if you should claim your own insurance or pursue further compensation, we can help. We’ll do everything in our power to secure you a fair settlement.

We Care About Our Bicycle Accident Clients

Compassion and responsiveness are core values at the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine. We’ll never leave you in the dark about the status of your case. Legal matters are complicated, but we can make them simple. We offer:

• The phone number of the lawyer assigned to your case
• Consistent case updates
• Prompt and thorough responses to your legal questions
• Assistance with scheduling appointments

We’re committed to our clients, as evidenced by their testimonials:

• “Jonathan at Andijar and Levine was very helpful. He kept us informed and comfortable that he was doing everything that he could to get us the most for our settlement. Thank you Andijar and Levine.” – Joe H.
• “I must say, I wasn’t a believer until I met with these guys! I lost hope but Shire Patel, Esq. helped me with my case and made sure everything was a total success! If you need any legal advice, please ask for Shire Patel. He is kind and very professional. I’m so glad I went with Anidjar & Levine.” – Natacha P.

Personal Injury And Wrongful Death For Bicycle Accidents

When it comes to civil action, a case generally involves a personal injury or wrongful death claim and lawsuit.

Personal Injury

Bicycles offer no protection against an out-of-control vehicle. Catastrophic injuries, like that of a brain or spinal cord injury, can result in extensive medical costs throughout your lifetime.

If you suffered severe injuries while riding your bicycle to work, for exercise, or simply for fun, you may be entitled to the following types of compensation:

• Lost wages related to your time away from work
• The loss of future income due to your inability to return to your job
• The pain and suffering you endured due to driver negligence
• Your medical costs from the moment you suffered your injuries, as well as your estimated future medical costs

Wrongful Death

A wrongful death claim or lawsuit typically involves someone very close to you who died due to the negligence of another party. Most wrongful death claims involve the death of one of the following:

• Spouse
• Parent
• Child

If your loved one’s bicycle ride resulted in their death, the medical and funeral costs remain long after their income stops. These and other related unexpected expenses can only add to the stress of your sudden loss.

The outcome of your civil action depends upon many factors. A Gainesville bicycle accident attorney may be able to negotiate with an insurance company for a fair settlement on your behalf.

While most civil cases settle out of court, the team at the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine stands prepared to go to trial if negotiations do not result in the settlement you deserve.

We handle the full scope of your case and keep you informed about the latest developments. 

Time Is Short For Filing Your Bicycle Accident Lawsuit

The statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits under Florida Statutes § 95.11 is generally four years. Four years sounds like a long time when in fact, it can pass in the blink of an eye.

Missing this important time limit for filing your lawsuit is not an option. Should you not file on time, you may be barred from ever pursuing compensation.

The same is also true with the statute of limitations for wrongful death; however, the timeline is shorter, with only two years allowed for pursuing civil action.

Do not miss your chance for possible justice and for the financial compensation you need and deserve. The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine understands your anxiety about your rising costs and lack of income. Let us get to work building your case today.

Our Gainesville Bicycle Accident Attorney Provides Responsive Legal Care

You may want to secure legal representation soon after your bicycle accident to protect your best interests. Insurance companies may start to call you in hopes you will settle without a lawyer. You may prove them wrong by hiring a Gainesville bicycle accident lawyer as soon as possible.

At the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine, we work on a contingency-fee-basis. That means our fee is contingent—or depends upon—whether we win compensation for you.

We require no deposit or retainer but rather collect our fee from your compensation. If we do not win, you do not pay.

Seeking compensation for a personal injury or wrongful death is a complicated process. Your injuries or your loss make it nearly impossible to handle such responsibility.

Seek legal representation today by contacting the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine for a free case evaluation.