Who is At Fault For My Bike Wreck?
Bicycle wrecks can occur for many different reasons:
- Negligent drivers of automobiles, buses or trucks – if the accident was caused by the driver of a vehicle;
- Negligent manufacturers or retailers of bicycles, bicycle parts, bicycle accessories and/or vehicles – if the accident was caused by a defective product;
- The City, County or State who maintains the roads – if the accident is caused by a dangerous condition created by an unsafe roadway;
- Negligent repair shops or mechanics – if the accident was caused by negligent repair of a vehicle or bicycle;
- Dangerous condition of public property – if the accident happened due to negligent design, maintenance, or upkeep of public property – including construction, tree trimming, etc.;
- Dangerous condition of private property – if the accident was caused by the negligent maintenance or upkeep of private property.
The lawyers at Hendren and Malone have experience evaluating the various causes of a bicycle wreck.
