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Today’s case review highlights our client’s huge win after a long legal battle over his personal injuries after a bicycle accident. Read on to learn what to expect after your bicycle accident and how we may be able to help you!
Pictured above is Mike Bottaro, the firm’s creator and managing partner (right), along with one of his clients (left). Mike Bottaro practices personal injury law and frequently defends the injured, never insurance companies!
What Can I Do to Recover Damages After Sustaining Personal Injuries in a Bicycle Accident?
After someone injures you while riding your bike -, injuries, bills, and difficult phone calls begin to weigh on you almost immediately. It is essential to hire a skilled and local personal injury law firm to handle your bicycle accident. We are proud to serve our Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts biker clients, and fight for their rights. While it may be tempting to take the first offer presented, a skilled attorney can help you through the process of getting the compensation you truly deserve.
In addition to hiring an attorney, there are some things you can do to make sure your case is valued properly:
1. Seek medical attention immediately after your accident and throughout your recovery, as needed.
Not only will getting medical help right away increase your likelihood of enduring a more comprehensive and speedy recovery, but it will help your attorney as well. The more medical records and details we have right after your accident, the easier it is to argue your case. Not only that, but continuously attending therapy, seeking help when needed, and medical treatments help show the extent of your injuries, cost of your medical care, and how much money may be owed to you because of a long term or permanent injury.
2. Call an attorney sooner rather than later.
In addition to hiring a personal injury attorney, it is important to do so quickly. This is because key evidence can become lost quickly as time goes on. While Rhode Island and Massachusetts typically allow you to file a claim within three years of your accident, it is not wise to wait until the last minute!
3. Collect as much evidence as you can.
Depending on your injuries, you may be able to take pictures, collect information, and talk to witnesses after your bicycle accident. Your attorney will also request a copy of police reports and records, as needed.
How Long Does It Take to Settle a Bicycle Accident Case?
The short answer is it depends. Some factors that impact the settlement and/or litigation process include the nature and severity of your injuries, how complex the facts/parties are, and the insurance policies involved. Check out our recent blog post on this topic and call us anytime to discuss the specifics of your case.
A simple Google search will tell you the average bicycle case takes anywhere from 30 days, to 3-4 weeks, to a couple months, to years to settle. While these answers do a good job of showcasing just how long personal injury accidents can take to settle, they don’t tell victims the whole story.
Drivers routinely overlook and bikers and signage to support bikers and pedestrians. Since bicyclists aren’t as protected as other motor vehicle drivers, we often see very serious injuries arise. Call us today to discuss your potential bicycle personal injury settlement!
In this case, it took three (3) years to reach an agreement on our client’s $472,500.00 settlement. While we worked hard to begin settlement negotiations as soon as possible, the insurance companies did not see things our way right away.
Some personal injury attorneys will tell you to take the first offer. Had we done that in this case, our client’s case would have been settled quickly… but with consequences. He would not have been paid as much! Instead, when negotiations hit a stalemate, we filed a lawsuit to involve the court system and begin the formal litigation process. In this case, we attended multiple case settlement conferences and began the deposition phase of trial.
The compelling and comprehensive trial work we did helped us ultimately secure a large settlement for our client. Call us to see how we can help you land your big bicycle personal injury settlement!
It’s Good to Know Mike Bottaro – 24/7 Top-Rated Personal Injury Help
At Bottaro Injury Lawyers, we care for people. Attorney Mike Bottaro and his award-winning legal team handle all types of personal injury cases throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We can even help on cases in other states as well. We pride ourselves on our honesty, integrity, and results. Contact us 24/7 in any method you prefer for a fast, free, and confidential consultation about your case. Text or call us at 401-777-7777 or fill out our free and confidential online form. We are here to serve and help you!
