Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Lawyer

Q: I have been asked to give a statement to someone other than the police, should I?

No, do not give any statements to anyone without discussing it with your attorney first. Anything you say on record, or in the presence of more than one person can be manipulated or misinterpreted, then used against you in court. Also, do not make any comments such as “I’m sorry” or “I didn’t see you coming” as it can be interpreted as placing the blame on yourself.

In Los Angeles, when you are injured on your bike due to the negligence of others, you need representation from a bicycle accident lawyer who knows what he is doing. Farshad Dehbozorgi has lived in LA long enough to see exactly how dangerous it truly is for riders and knows exactly what to look for.

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Bicycle Accident Lawyer Los Angeles

Riding your bike is not as safe as it used to be, especially on big city streets. The population of these cities are steadily increasing and with it, so are the vehicles crowding the roadways. Additionally, the rise of handheld technology has left drivers glued to their phones; taking calls, speaking on video chats, texting, and changing and searching songs on music streaming services.

The last thing that these distracted drivers are worried about is a person on a bicycle crossing the street or legally riding with the flow of traffic. The important thing to know is that although you are not on their radar, you are certainly on ours.

What are the steps you should take following a cycling accident?

Step 1

Call for emergency services to your location; emergency medical assistance to assess any injuries you may have sustained and police to evaluate and document the events and scene of the accident.

Review the events again with the officer to ensure that all information is accurate to the best of your knowledge. There are a lot of moving parts during an accident investigation and things can easily get misinterpreted.

Step 2

Be sure to gather all relevant information from the other individual as well as taking pictures of everything. Take pictures of where you were prior to the accident, where you were struck, the condition of your bike and personal property, the condition of their car, any injuries that are visible, etc. Be sure not to move anything and, if possible, request that the driver not move their car either until the authorities have arrived.

Leaving the scene as unaltered as possible is important to help the investigating officer paint a mental picture of how the event took place.

Step 3

If you have been injured, seek medical attention immediately. If you have been injured to the point that you have trouble moving, talking properly, seeing, or have an obvious concussion, make this step 1. If you have only been slightly injured or feel uninjured, it is advisable to see a doctor as soon as possible anyhow.

During an accident, your body is filled with adrenaline that tends to block pain receptors. This masks otherwise painful injuries that lie beneath the skin such as damaged ligaments or fractured bones. A well connected and knowledgeable law firm, such as E5quire Law, can help direct you to the best medical physicians for your injuries.

Step 4

Keep a personal written, audio, or video record of your experience. Do not share copies of this with anyone other than your lawyer. Words can be taken out of context or misinterpreted by others who do not know you or the exact events that took place during your accident.

In the heat of the moment, there are lots of moving parts. These finer memory details tend to get lost and replaced by the less intense details that follow afterwards when the adrenaline has died down. Keeping a personal record from the moment you are able allows you to hold onto these finer details, before they are lost, to use in your case.

Step 5

If you have not already, you should obtain legal counsel from a firm that handles cases regarding cyclist accidents. Farshad knows the dangers that surround cyclists in Los Angeles. He knows the specific litigation tactics that insurance companies and attorneys will use against you and as such, will prepare your evidence and yourself in a manner that has the best chance for victory and adequate compensation.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have been asked to give a statement to someone other than the police, should I?

I have been offered a generous settlement amount, should I take it?

Do not accept any settlement agreement unless it has been presented to you through your lawyer. If an insurance agent or the attorney of the driver offers you a deal, direct them to your attorney.

Insurance companies do not want to pay you any more than they have to and your opponent’s attorney will often send you a minimal lowball offer to avoid having the negligence of their client’s actions documented. This also washes their hands of liability regarding any injuries that may surface later on.

Whatever they are offering you, it is likely an attempt to get you to settle for less.

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If you have found yourself a victim of the negligence of others and are in need of proper guidance and excellent representation to receive the compensation you deserve, CONTACT E5QUIRE LAW NOW. Our office is ready and willing to fight for the reparations you are entitled to. Do not sit idly by doing nothing while WE can do everything; together.