Santa Barbara holds some of the most beautiful scenery to bike in the state. It follows that more people are riding their bikes to and from work, school, and many other destinations in the city. Unfortunately, bicycle accidents have also increased.
The Law Offices of John B. Richards has extensive experience in bicycle-related crashes. When a motor vehicle collides with a bicycle, the consequences are catastrophic. If a negligent motorist has injured you or a loved one, let our Santa Barbara bicycle accident attorneys secure the compensation you deserve.
When you drive a car, you are surrounded by steel and fiberglass to absorb the impact, let alone safety features like airbags to protect you in the event of a collision. Bicyclists, on the other hand, are exposed. Their bodies take the full impact of the motor vehicle and then are impacted again when they hit the ground. Injuries are usually very severe. Some common bicycle accident injuries are;
Many of these devastating accidents can be avoided if motorists follow the rules of the road and watch for bike riders. Let our personal injury attorneys hold negligent drivers accountable.
Most bike-related accidents can be prevented. Some common causes for bicycle accidents are;
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 1,000 bicyclists died in collisions in the last reporting year.
Children are disproportionately affected by careless drivers. More than one-third of all bicycle-related injuries in the US involve children and adolescents. If your child has suffered injures while riding their bike due to a motorist’s negligence, call our bicycle accident lawyers in Santa Barbara today.
At the Law Office of John B. Richards, we understand the devastating impact a bicycle accident can have. You have a right to ride your bike safely around your city and your neighborhood. If you or someone you know has been injured due to the negligent acts of a motorist, call our Santa Barbara bicycle accident lawyers today. We will fight to recover the damages you deserve, including;
Do not hesitate. Contact us for a free consultation of your case by clicking here or calling 805-683-2736. Our bicycle accident attorneys are standing by.