Ann Arbor Bicycle Accident Lawyer

Dedicated Bicycle Accident Lawyer in Ann Arbor, MI

Pedestrians have the right of way, and bicyclists have a right to the roadway. While those laws don’t always prevent accidents, they do provide injury victims an avenue to seek compensation.

That is where the experienced personal injury lawyers of Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC, can make a difference. A quick settlement won’t cover the needs from a serious or permanent injury. Our strong advocacy enables clients to hold careless motorists fully accountable for the personal loss and financial hardships.

Our Ann Arbor law firm handles pedestrian accidents and bike accidents throughout Michigan. If your child or family member was struck by a car, we will seek justice.

When Drivers Aren’t Paying Attention

According to the Michigan State Police, more than 3,000 people are injured or killed every year in Michigan when they are hit by a car while walking or riding a bike. Injuries to pedestrians, cyclists and children can happen anywhere: intersections and parking lots, school crossings and bus stops, rural roads and downtown zones, even designated walking trails and bike lanes.

The common thread of these accidents is drivers who are distracted, impaired or otherwise fail to see bikes and pedestrians until it is too late. Our attorneys oversee a thorough investigation to identify the negligent or reckless actions of drivers:

• Failing to yield when turning
• Speeding or other traffic violations
• Rolling through stop signs
• Drifting onto the shoulder or bicycle lane
• Opening car doors without looking
• Distracted driving (texting, reading, etc.)

We Are Committed To Your Recovery

If a member of your family was struck by a car, our attorneys can help you receive the compensation you need and deserve. Pedestrians and cyclists often suffer broken bones, internal injuries, spinal and back injuries, or traumatic brain injury (even with a helmet). We work to ensure that damages reflect past and future medical care, lost wages and lost earning capacity, permanent disability, and our clients’ pain and suffering from a preventable accident.

We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you owe us no attorney fees unless we obtain a settlement or jury award. Call 734-545-8421, or complete our online form to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.

Serving Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, Michigan

A serious accident can leave an injured person facing hospitalization, rehabilitation, lost income, property damage, and uncertainty about the future. When another driver, business, or individual causes preventable harm, obtaining fair compensation may require more than filing an insurance claim. Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC represents injured people and grieving families throughout Ann Arbor, applying decades of experience in serious personal injury and wrongful death litigation.

The firm handles claims arising from car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, distracted-driving, and drunk-driving accidents, as well as cases involving brain injuries, spinal injuries, burns, broken bones, and other catastrophic harm. Civil injury lawsuits arising in Washtenaw County may be handled through the Washtenaw County Trial Court in downtown Ann Arbor, while other accident-related matters may involve the appropriate district court or local agencies. The firm investigates how an accident occurred, gathers medical and financial evidence, and addresses insurance-company efforts to dispute responsibility or minimize the value of a claim.

Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC serves residents throughout Downtown Ann Arbor, Kerrytown, Burns Park, Water Hill, the Old West Side, Arbor Hills, and nearby communities including Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, and Pittsfield Township. Accidents may occur along Interstate 94, U.S. Route 23, M-14, Washtenaw Avenue, Plymouth Road, or heavily traveled streets near the University of Michigan. Whether a client has suffered a disabling injury or lost a family member, experienced legal representation can make the difference between accepting an inadequate insurance outcome and pursuing compensation that reflects the full consequences of the accident.

Helping Injury Victims Throughout Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor combines busy interstate corridors, university traffic, pedestrian and bicycle activity, residential neighborhoods, and growing commercial districts. From the University of Michigan campus and downtown streets to areas surrounding Briarwood Mall and the Washtenaw Avenue corridor, serious crashes can occur in many settings. Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC helps injured residents and families pursue accountability while addressing the medical, financial, and personal effects of an accident.

Ann Arbor, MI Bicycle Accident Law Additional Resources:

• What Responsibilities Do Motorists Have When Sharing the Road With a Bicycle?
• Pedestrian Accident Leaves Student in Critical Condition
• Texting and Driving Guide
• Michigan Car Accident Statistics
• Most Dangerous Roadways in Michigan