ATLANTA BICYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

WHY DO I NEED A BIKE ACCIDENT LAWYER?

Unfortunately, the insurance company is not on your side and often does not understand the rights provided by the law to bicyclists. Unrepresented bike crash victims are at a disadvantage when communicating directly with insurance adjusters who routinely attempt to minimize the negligence and carelessness of the at-fault driver or directly place fault on the bicyclist.

A consultation with our law firm about your bike crash is always free and there is no obligation to take any type of legal action. It is simply a way to have your questions answered and be advised of your legal rights. A lawyer with experience litigating bicycle accident cases can alert you to issues you need to be aware of in case you are contacted by the motorist’s insurance company. Additionally, in many cases it is important to preserve evidence or retain an expert witness before the evidence begins to disappear and a personal injury bike lawyer can help you with that.

An experienced bike attorney can also help navigate:

• Property damage including damage to your helmet, clothing, lights, computer, and other equipment.
• UM/UIM (uninsured and under-insured) coverage and Medical Payments coverage that you may not be aware of.
• Accident reconstruction experts and evidence preservation.
• Claim negotiations, settlement and health insurance subrogation claims.
• Traffic violation tickets you may have received as a result of the crash.

Our Commitment To You

We can’t promise you that you will recover millions from your personal injury case. No bike accident lawyer should make you any promises about what they can settle your case for. We can’t promise you that your health will be fully restored. We can’t bring back your loved one lost in a senseless bicycle accident. We can’t assure you a painless, stress-free, easy journey after your bike wreck.

What we can promise you is to prioritize your well-being and treat you with compassion, dignity, and respect. Our law firm was founded on the virtues that guide us to consider the human element above all. We will do this by:

• Having honest and open communication about your case and potential legal problems and challenges. You may not always like what we have to say but being upfront and honest will ensure that you have realistic expectations about the value and timeline for your case.
• Responding to emails and phone calls within 24 hours: we know how frustrating car accident attorneys and law firms can be, including us. We work to improve our communication with our clients daily and evaluate our processes regularly.
• Taking the time to explain and discuss each step of the process with you, so you can understand what is happening with your case, why it’s happening and what to expect next.
• Working efficiently and with the latest technology to gather medical bills and records in a timely manner, to conduct crucial investigation early on, and to move your case along understanding that you may need financial compensation as soon as possible.
• Listening to you: we are never too busy to talk, we want to know how your medical treatment is going and what is stressing you out. Your input and contributions are valuable and important to your case.
• Being sensitive to cultural, racial, gender, and language diversity and seeking inclusivity in our communications and practices.

OTHER TYPES OF PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS

In addition to an automobile liability claim, a bicyclist who is injured due to the negligence of others may be entitled to pursue other types of liability claims, including:

• Dangerous highways, streets, sidewalks and bike paths
• Parking lots/ premises liability claim
• Defective equipment/ product liability claims
• Dog bites

WHAT ABOUT E-BIKES?

Electric bikes and pedal assist bicycles are growing in popularity in Atlanta and cities around Georgia. Even one of Hagen Rosskopf’s team members uses an e-bike daily to commute to the office. Electric bikes are designed to be as safe as traditional bicycles, do not compromise consumer safety, and benefit bicyclists who may be discouraged from riding a traditional bicycle due to limited physical fitness, age, disability or convenience.

In Georgia, e-bikes are not subject to registration, licensing or insurance requirements that apply to motor vehicles. The same rules of the road apply to both e-bikes and human-powered bicycles. If you have been injured in a collision while riding an e-bike you have the same rights as bicyclists. Contact us to discuss your e-bike accident.

BUILDING A BIKE FRIENDLY GEORGIA

Bruce, Ken and their team members are passionately committed to making Georgia a safer state to ride bicycles. Bruce and Bike Law GA’s dedicated efforts include:

• Partnering with Georgia Bikes to pursue legislation that protects bicyclists.
• Sponsorship of Atlanta Streets Alive since 2015 along with an activation station at each event.
• Presenting sponsorship of Decatur’s first Streets Alive event in 2019.
• Sponsorship of the Atlanta Cycling Festival since 2016.
• Training sessions with police departments about Georgia bike laws, rules of the road and bike safety practices.
• Education efforts through a Bike Law 101 presentation for middle schools, riding clubs, bike clubs, bike shops, etc.
• Weekly advocacy efforts with Complete DeKalb Ave Coalition and other grassroot actions.
• Constant engagement with local media outlets about the need for safer streets.
• Engagement with local leaders and elected officials advocating for the legal rights of the most vulnerable road users.
• Sponsorship of the Bicyclist Pocket Guide by Georgia Bikes since 2016. Download the pocket guide from our website or contact us and we will gladly mail you a copy.

You can invite Bruce to speak at your school, or your riding group or to come participate of your event. Together we can make Georgia a safer place for everyone on the road.

Contact Bruce:

[email protected]

404-751-0285 (direct)