BEST NEW YORK BICYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY WITH 15+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

With a track record of over 15 years and a wealth of knowledge, our dedicated attorneys at Dalbir Singh & Associates, P.C. specialize in personal injury cases, including bicycle accidents. We are committed to securing fair compensation, providing legal expertise, and offering emotional support to our clients.

WHY HIRE DALBIR SINGH & ASSOCIATES, P.C. FOR A BICYCLE ACCIDENT?

If you have suffered injuries or the loss of a loved one in a bicycle accident, our New York bicycle accident lawyers will meticulously research your case, determine the responsible parties, negotiate economic and non-economic damages, and represent you in court if necessary.

BICYCLE ACCIDENTS RECOGNIZED BY NEW YORK STATE LAW

Common bicycle accidents include:

• Bicycle accidents involving motor vehicles, such as buses or trucks

• Bicycle accidents involving other cyclists

• E-bike accidents

• Hit-and-run accidents

• Car door accidents

• Sideswipe accidents

NEW YORK BICYCLE ACCIDENT LAWS

New York Statute of Limitations

According to the statute of limitations in New York, you have three (3) years from the date of the bicycle accident to file a personal injury claim. After this period, you may no longer seek compensation for your bicycle accident injuries.

If you are filing a claim against a municipality or government agency, you must do so within one year and 90 days of the accident. The initial step in this process is submitting a Notice of Claim within 90 days after the accident.

Comparative Negligence

Under the Comparative Negligence Law in New York, individuals can seek compensation for bicycle accident injuries regardless of their degree of fault. However, if they are found partially at fault, their compensation will be reduced proportionately.

Opening and Closing Vehicle Doors (NY Veh & Traf L 1214)

This law requires motor vehicle drivers and passengers to check for approaching cyclists and pedestrians before opening vehicle doors to minimize the risk of causing harm.

Drivers to Exercise Due Care (NY Veh & Traf L 1146)

According to this law, drivers must operate their vehicles safely to avoid colliding with cyclists and should use their horn to signal their presence. Yielding the right of way to cyclists is typically required to prevent accidents. Violating this law and causing injury to a cyclist can result in fines, jail time, or driver's license suspension.

NY Veh & Traf L 1120 & NY Veh & Traf L 1122

These laws mandate that all motorists drive on the right side of the road. If a motorist intends to pass a cyclist, they must move to the left and, if safe, increase their speed to ensure adequate distance between the two.

WHO IS LIABLE FOR A BICYCLE ACCIDENT IN NEW YORK?

Parties that can be held liable for a bicycle accident include negligent drivers, employers of negligent drivers, transit companies, manufacturers of defective vehicle or bicycle components, government agencies, and pedestrians.

COMPENSATION FOR BICYCLE ACCIDENT INJURIES IN NEW YORK

In New York, as a no-fault state, certain expenses resulting from an accident, including medical bills, lost wages, and in-house help expenses, will be covered by your auto insurance or homeowner policies.

Additionally, following a bicycle accident, you may be entitled to seek compensation for various types of damages, including:

Pain And Suffering

To address your pain and suffering caused by the injuries, you can pursue a claim or initiate a lawsuit against the driver responsible for the accident.

Property Damage

If your bicycle sustained damage as a result of the accident, you have the right to seek compensation for the property damage incurred.

Wrongful Death

If the bicycle accident tragically led to the loss of a loved one, you retain the right to file a claim and seek compensation for wrongful death.

Contact Our New York Bicycle Accident Lawyer

Bicycle Accident FAQs