Bicycle/Pedestrian Accidents

Washington Bicycle and Pedestrian Accident Attorney

Statistically, over 10% of traffic deaths involve pedestrians or bicyclists that were struck by cars or other motor vehicles. An even larger percentage of people involved in bike and pedestrian accidents sustain life-altering injuries. At the Bellevue law firm of Steven G. Toole, P.S., we are dedicated to helping individuals who have suffered injuries, as well as families who have lost a loved one, as a result of an accident in western Washington. Contact our personal injury law office to discuss your case.

Causes of Bicycle and Pedestrian Accidents

While pedestrians, joggers, and bicyclists are sometimes partially at fault for failing to use the crosswalk, bicycle and pedestrian accidents are often the result of some form of driver negligence, such as:

• Drivers fail to see pedestrians in a crosswalk when they are turning
• Drivers run a red light or stop sign
• Drivers going too fast can't stop or slow down
• Drivers fail to use their headlights at dawn or dusk
• Drivers open car doors into the path of a bike without looking

However, regardless of fault, those who are injured have a right to compensation through no-fault benefits. Assuming the driver of the vehicle maintained full car insurance coverage, compensation is available for wage loss and medical expenses up to the policy limit.

Many accidents involve a pedestrian, jogger, bicyclist, or other individual who is involved in a hit-and-run accident. Without knowledge of the driver, there is insufficient information to file a bike accident injury claim against the hit-and-run driver's insurance policy. Fortunately, uninsured motorist insurance in your own auto policy provides coverage for these types of situations as well as accidents in which the at-fault driver failed to carry any insurance coverage.

Steve Toole has comprehensive knowledge of the sources for obtaining compensation. He works hard to uncover all means for financial recovery so that you can move forward with minimal financial burdens. Our personal injury law office handles wrongful death claims and serious injury claims, such as claims involving head, neck, or back injuries.

Contact a Pedestrian and Bike Accidents Attorney

If you have been involved in a bike accident or pedestrian accident with a car, truck, or other motor vehicle, speak with an experienced Bellevue bicycle and pedestrian accident lawyer who is dedicated to protecting your rights. At the law office of Steven G. Toole, the consultation is free, and the fee is contingent. Discover how we can put our experience and successful track record in your corner.

Contact our accident injury attorneys to learn how we can help.