Hillsboro Bicycle Accident Attorney

If you were injured in a bicycle accident, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim. The Gatti Law Firm is dedicated to helping clients get the compensation they deserve. Our bicycle accident lawyer handles all types of bicycle accident cases, including those involving children and seniors.

We know how to advocate for our clients effectively, and we are committed to seeing their cases through to the end.

To schedule a free consultation with our team in Hillsboro, call (503) 994-9295 today.

Bicycle Accidents in Oregon

According to statistics from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), bicycle accidents are the most common motor vehicle accident in the state. Each year, hundreds of bicyclists are injured in collisions with motor vehicles, and tragically, many of these accidents result in fatalities.

Technically, Oregon law does not require motorists to look out for bicyclists, but it does require them to drive with "due care." Motorists must drive safely and responsibly. If they fail to do so, they may be held liable for any bicycle accident injuries they cause.

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

• Road rage
• Poor bicycle design
• Poor road conditions
• Poor weather conditions
• Intentional assault of a bicyclist
• Drivers who drive while intoxicated
• Drivers who speed and hit bicyclists
• Defective bicycle parts or equipment
• Defective or poorly designed vehicles
• Drivers who make unsafe lane changes
• Defective or poorly designed roadways
• Drivers who fail to look out for bicyclists
• Drivers who fail to yield the right of way to bicyclists

Injuries You Could Sustain in a Bicycling Accident

• Burns
• Road rash
• Eye injuries
• Head trauma
• Broken teeth
• Broken bones
• Soft tissue injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Internal organ damage
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Severe cuts and lacerations

How Our Lawyers Can Help

If you were injured in a bicycle accident, you may be eligible to file for compensation. Our team can investigate your case. Our goal is to find the responsible party and hold them accountable, whether it be a negligent driver or a manufacturer selling defective bicycles.

When you win a personal injury claim, you could be reimbursed for your medical bills and lost wages. You also may be eligible for financial compensation for your pain and suffering. In extreme cases, you could receive punitive damages. This is extra money the defendant must pay as punishment for their actions.

To meet with our Hillsboro bicycle injury attorneys, contact us online right away.