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Nevada Bicycle Accident Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident in Nevada, an experienced Las Vegas bicycle accident attorney with The Advocates can help.

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A Bicycle Accident Attorney Can Help Your Case

When a bicycle is involved in a car accident, it often leads to severe injuries or even a fatality for the cyclist. If you’ve been injured as a bicyclist in the state of Nevada, it’s time to contact a Las Vegas bicycle accident lawyer. The Advocates personal injury law firm is ready to help you get on the road to recovery.

Our skilled accident attorneys are committed to helping bicycle accident victims receive fair compensation for their medical bills and other damages. We will hold the at-fault party and their insurance company accountable for your injuries and help you move forward with your life.

Contact The Advocates’ Las Vegas, NV, law office today for a free case evaluation. We’ll listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain your legal options at no cost to you.

The Next Steps In Your Nevada Bicycle Accident Case

Injury

Immediately after your accident, check for injuries

Hire Attorney

Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery

Treatment

Seek medical treatment as soon as you can

Property Damage

Get the damage on your bike assessed and repaired

Completed Treatment

Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records

Demand Letter

Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party

Frequently Asked Questions

You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.

Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.

Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We don’t get paid unless we win your case and you receive a settlement.

For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.

Not every accident requires an attorney. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.

Your attorney will build your case, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own.

The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability.

Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.

In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.

When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.

In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.

A Team of Bicycle Accident Professionals Assigned to Your Case 

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive the compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you. 

We can help you:

  • Investigate your accident
  • Build your case
  • Negotiate with insurance companies

We only get paid if we win your case!

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Nevada Bicycle Accident Information

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Most common causes of bicycle accidents

  • Distracted driving: Motorists become much more dangerous and unpredictable when texting or talking on the phone.
  • Impaired driving: Bike accidents are far more likely to happen when the driver or bicycle rider is under the influence.
  • Poor visibility: Cycling on poorly lit roads or riding without proper reflective gear makes it difficult for drivers to see bikers.
  • Failure to yield the right-of-way: If motorists or cyclists are unfamiliar with the traffic laws in the area, they may enter intersections when it is not safe to do so, endangering those around them.
  • Poor road conditions: When roads are rainy, icy, uneven, or poorly marked, cyclists and/or motor vehicle drivers may unintentionally depart from their lane and cause an accident.
  • Dooring: Motorists can injure cyclists by opening their car door without checking their mirrors for bicycles.

Common bicycle accident injuries 

Depending on the nature of your accident and the protective gear you were wearing at the time, bike accident injuries can range from road rash to life-threatening conditions. 

Some common types of bicycle injuries are:

  • Traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Broken bones
  • Broken or missing teeth
  • Ligament tears or strains
  • Scarring and disfigurement

If you’ve suffered serious injuries after a bicycle crash with a negligent driver, contact The Advocates for a free case review.

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What damages can I seek in a bicycle accident claim?

Every personal injury claim is different and every injury victim suffers different damages. 

As a general guideline, some common damages recovered in personal injury cases include:

  • Medical expenses
  • Property damage
  • Lost wages and loss of future earnings
  • Non-economic damages such as pain and suffering
  • Future medical care such as ongoing physical therapy
  • Funeral and burial expenses for wrongful death cases

The best way to know the value of your case is to speak with an experienced bicycle accident attorney. The Advocates can explain your legal options during a free consultation.

What is the statute of limitations for Nevada bicycle accidents?

Every personal injury case is subject to a time limit known as the statute of limitations. Once this time period is up, you lose your right to file a claim.

In Nevada, the statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of the accident. There are many factors that can impact this time limit, so it’s important to contact a personal injury attorney as soon as you believe you have a case.

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What should I do after a bike crash?

If you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident, take the following steps to keep yourself safe and preserve your potential right to an injury claim:

  • Check for injuries and call 911 if necessary.
  • Move to safety if possible.
  • Exchange contact and insurance information with the driver.
  • Take photos and videos of the accident scene.
  • File a police report.
  • Seek medical attention.
  • Consider contacting a bicycle accident attorney.

Nevada Bicycle Laws

What is a “bicycle” under Nevada law?

In Nevada, a bicycle is defined as any device that meets all of the following criteria:

  • Moves using human power and on which a person can ride
  • Has two wheels
  • Has at least one wheel that is fourteen inches in diameter or larger

Do bicyclists have to use bicycle lanes in Nevada?

Bicyclists should ride on the right side of the road and should ride as far to the right as practicable, unless preparing to turn or overtake a vehicle. In places where bicycle lanes are available, it is a good idea to use them.

When a bike lane is present on a road, it functions as part of the roadway, not the shoulder. However, there is no law requiring bikers to use the bike lane. 

Motorists are required to give bicyclists at least three feet of space when passing.

Do bicyclists have to obey stop lights and stop signs?

Cyclists have all the same rights and responsibilities as motorists. That means that cyclists must adhere to all traffic signs and signals, including:

  • Stop signs
  • Red lights
  • Yield signs
  • Lane markings

It is important that bikers follow these laws, because intersections can be a particularly dangerous place for bicycles. 

Being as predictable as possible is the best way to stay safe as a cyclist. The drivers around you are likely not expecting you to ignore the rules of the road. Failing to obey the laws at an intersection puts you at high risk of being struck by a vehicle traveling on the road perpendicular to you.

When Should I Hire a Nevada Bicycle Accident Attorney?

In order to receive a settlement for your damages, you will need to prove that the at-fault party had a “duty of care,” or the responsibility to keep you safe, that they failed to do so, and that their negligence caused your injuries and damages. An attorney can help you prove these elements of your case.

Nevada follows a rule of modified comparative negligence, meaning that you can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault for your accident. As long as you are less than 51% responsible, you can receive a settlement. Your settlement amount will be reduced by the amount of fault assigned to you.

A personal injury attorney with The Advocates will gather evidence, build your case, and negotiate with insurance adjusters to get you the settlement you deserve. The legal process can be lengthy and complex, but with an Advocate on your side, you only need to focus on feeling better.

Contact The Nevada Advocates today for a free consultation. You deserve a legal team that will fight for your best interests. You deserve an Advocate.

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