Bicycle Accident Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is your fee?
A: If we decide to represent your bicycle injury case we will do so on a contingency basis. We collect our fee after we win your case. Our San Diego bicycle accident lawyer that handles your case will only get paid when you get paid.

Q: I was hit by a car while riding a bicycle. Can I just use my family lawyer?
A: If you were hit in a cycling accident, we encourage you to consult a bike accident attorney with a track record. Bicycle injuries and accidents are more complicated than most auto accidents because right-of-way issues are often in question and can be difficult to prove. Insurance companies often balk at paying these claims and will drag them out or try to prove you were partially or primarily at fault. If they are successful this will reduce your compensation. The Gomez Law firm specializes in these types of cases and knows the best course of action so you can receive the maximum compensation under the law.

Q: What kind of compensation can I get for my injuries?
A: Compensation for a personal injury in a bicycle crash can include payment of medical bills, lost wages, future lost wages, future medical bills, pain and suffering, and loss of consortium.

Q: What do I have to prove in order to win my bike crash injury case?
A: A successful bike crash case must prove that the driver of the car or truck that hit you acted negligently. Not using a turn signal, not yielding the right-of-way in a left hand turn, not exercising reasonable care in passing you on the street are negligent actions. If your witnesses and police report agree that the driver acted negligently and caused you harm, a court will usually award damages. It’s important to discuss your case with a proven personal injury attorney who understands bicycle crashes in order to protect your rights to recover damages.

Q: What’s the harm in talking to the insurance adjustor?
A: Plenty. Insurance adjustors know what admissions will harm your case. Adjustors never represent your interests. Their job is to reduce the amount of money spend on each claim. Everything you say will be used against you during the settlement, and, if it comes to that, in court. Always consult an experienced bicycle crash attorney before talking to adjustors.

Q: The police report says the driver of the car that hit me is at fault. Why do I need an attorney?
A:  A Gomez bicycle crash personal injury lawyer works for you. Insurance adjustors represent the company they work for. Insurance adjustors are paid to save their company money. Your attorney will be paid to maximize the financial compensation for your injury. Why would you take less then you deserve for your injury?