Union County Bicycle Accident Lawyers

You’re out for a ride, maybe on your way home from work, or just taking in the evening air after a long day. Everything feels fine, until, in an instant, it isn’t. A driver cuts you off, a door swings open, a car veers too close. Suddenly, you’re on the pavement, your bike twisted beneath you, and all you can think is, “What just happened?” In that moment, confusion sets in, followed by pain, and then the flood of questions no one ever wants to have to ask: Who’s going to pay for this? What if I can’t work? What if this pain doesn’t go away? At Lee Law Firm, LLC, our bicycle accident lawyers know how overwhelming life becomes after an accident.

One minute you’re in control, and the next you’re facing hospital visits, insurance calls, and uncertainty about what comes next. But you don’t have to face it alone. Our Union County personal injury lawyers have represented accident victims in New Jersey for decades, and we stand ready to effectively represent you, too. Contact us for a free consultation today.

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle accidents are typically not the cyclist’s fault. Most often, they happen because someone behind the wheel wasn’t paying attention or because a hazard on the road made a crash unavoidable. Some of the most common causes of bicycle accidents that we see are as follows:

• Distracted Driving: Texting, eating, fiddling with the GPS, and more can all cause drivers to drift into bike lanes or fail to see a cyclist altogether.
• Failure to Yield: Intersections are a danger zone for cyclists. Drivers turning left or right often fail to check for bicycles, especially when the sun’s in their eyes or they’re rushing to beat a light.
• “Dooring”: A car door opening into a bike lane can send a cyclist flying without warning. It’s one of the simplest mistakes a driver can make, and one of the most painful for a cyclist.
• Unsafe Lane Changes: Many drivers underestimate how much space cyclists need. Passing too closely or cutting back in too soon can cause a serious collision.
• Speeding: The faster a car is moving, the harder it is to stop in time.
• Driving Under the Influence: Alcohol and drugs dull reflexes and judgment, putting everyone on the road at risk.
• Negligent Road Maintenance: Potholes, debris, or uneven pavement can cause a rider to lose control, especially when they have no room to swerve.

Injuries Sustained in Bicycle Accidents

Even with a helmet and proper gear, bicyclists are exposed. There’s nothing between you and the road, and that means when something goes wrong, the injuries are often severe. Some of the most common injuries that we see are as follows:

• Head and Brain Injuries
• Broken Bones
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Internal Bleeding and Organ Damage
• Facial Injuries
• Road Rash and Abrasions
• Soft Tissue Injuries
• Emotional Trauma

Proving Liability in Your Injury Claim

The state of New Jersey follows what’s called the comparative negligence rule. This means that you can still recover compensation even if you were partly at fault for the accident (as long as you were less than 50% responsible). But to win, you’ll have to prove that the other party’s negligence caused your injuries.

At Lee Law Firm, LLC, that’s what we do. We collect every piece of evidence, from police reports to witness statements to surveillance footage. We work with accident reconstruction experts when necessary, and we use medical documentation to connect your injuries directly to the crash. Every case tells a story, and it’s our job to ensure yours is told clearly, truthfully, and powerfully.

Proving fault in a bicycle accident often involves showing that a driver:

• Failed to yield or obey traffic signals
• Was distracted or impaired
• Was speeding or driving recklessly
• Ignored a cyclist’s right of way

Once liability is established, we will pursue full compensation for your injuries and losses, which includes:

• Medical expenses, both current and future
• Lost wages or loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage, such as to your bike, helmet, or gear
• Rehabilitation and long-term care costs

Contact Our New Jersey Bicycle Accident Lawyers

If you were injured in a bicycle accident anywhere in Union County or throughout New Jersey, it’s time to take action. The sooner you reach out, the sooner we can begin gathering the evidence and protecting your rights. Contact the seasoned Union County bicycle accident lawyers here at Lee Law Firm, LLC, for a free initial consultation today.