When cyclists or pedestrians are struck by a car, the injuries they suffer are often serious. Working with an experienced Boston bicycle accident lawyer can make all the difference. At Rawson Merrigan & Litner, LLP, our attorneys will work closely with you and your doctors to maximize your recovery. Please call us at (617) 348-0988 for a free consultation.

Why Choose Rawson Merrigan & Litner, LLP Tor This Case?

• The bicycle accident attorneys at Rawson Merrigan & Litner, LLP have extensive experience handling complex personal injury cases throughout Boston, and we have helped thousands of individuals secure the compensation they deserve.
• We focus on giving personalized attention to every client that we take, and we make sure that our clients have direct access to the personal injury attorney handling their case.
• We work diligently with insurance carriers to facilitate quick payments for medical bills, lost wages, and other losses.
• We take Boston bicycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that our clients will not pay any legal fees until after we obtain the compensation they are entitled to.

How Will a Bicycle Accident Attorney Help Handle My Case?

A Boston bicycle accident lawyer can use their resources to:

• Uncover all evidence necessary to prove liability. This can include photo or video surveillance of the bike crash, statements from eyewitnesses, police reports, vehicle “black box” data, and phone records.
• Ensure their client is evaluated by a trusted medical professional who will fully evaluate all injuries and help properly calculate total expected losses.
• Handle all communication with every insurance carrier involved, including the insurance carrier for the bicycle accident victim as well as the auto insurance carrier of their at-fault driver.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2008, approximately 52,000 people were injured and 716 cyclists were killed in bicycle-related accidents. Many fatal bicycle crashes involved collisions with motor vehicles.

Common Injuries from Bicycle Accidents

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation reports that there are nearly 500 bicycle accidents annually in the city of Boston. The injuries are often severe and may result from both vehicle impact and a secondary impact with the ground. It is not uncommon for our Boston bicycle accident lawyers to help clients who have sustained the following injuries:

• Severe lacerations and road rash
• Broken or dislocated bones
• Amputations or crush injuries
• Internal organ damage or internal bleeding
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Concussions
• Open head wounds
• Spinal cord injuries with paralysis
• Other severe back and neck injuries
• Significant scarring and disfigurement

In addition to physical injuries, many bicycle accident victims experience emotional and psychological effects. Compensation may be available for both physical and non-physical harm.

Contact a Boston Bicycle Accident Lawyer Today

If you or somebody you care about has sustained a bicycle accident injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another in the Boston area. Contact a Boston bicycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. Rawson Merrigan & Litner, LLP is your dedicated law firm standing by to help when you need a Boston accident lawyer by your side. We pledge to conduct a complete investigation into the incident, so we can secure full compensation for your losses. Let us help you get back on your feet today.

Call our Boston, Massachusetts office at (617) 348-0988 or send us an email for a free consultation.