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Bicycle Accident Attorneys in Maine
Over 40 Years of Experience in Personal Injury Law
Were you injured in a bicycle accident? Or was it your loved one who suffered a serious injury in one?
Whether it was yourself or someone you love, you know that the cost of a bicycle accident goes far beyond the financial—these accidents can completely alter or even end a person’s life. The emotional and mental costs only make the sting of the financial costs all the more difficult to bear.
Our bicycle accident lawyers at Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. want to help you recover compensation for the full extent of your damages. From medical bills to pain and suffering, we won’t let the one who caused the accident off the hook. We will fight tooth and nail to hold them accountable. Since 1981, we have recovered millions for those injured. More than that, we work to effect real change to save others from future harm.
How to Know if You Have a Bicycle Accident Case
If you were less than 50% at fault for the bicycle accident, you may have a case. Note that this means you could be partially at fault and still entitled to compensation. Under Maine’s modified comparative negligence law, crash victims must be less at fault for the crash than the other party.
But how do you know who was actually at fault?
The answer lies in whose negligence directly caused the crash. Common causes of bicycle accidents that provide grounds for a claim include:
- Drunk driving
- Distracted driving
- Poorly maintained, neglected roads
- Refusing or failing to yield to a bicyclist
- Tailgating or not leaving enough room for bicyclists
- Unsafe turns, lane changes, and passes
In short, ask yourself whether you were following the law at the time. Now what about the other party? Is there a chance that they were engaged in any of the above types of negligence? Don’t write it off if you aren’t sure. Book a free consultation with a Maine bicycle accident lawyer as soon as you can. It is very common for accident victims to find out that they are owed compensation; often, they realize this too late.
Compensation You Could Recover
Bicycle accident cases typically result in large settlements and verdicts in favor of the victims. Bicyclists are rarely at fault; they tend to have the right of way since they have less protection and are more vulnerable than vehicle occupants. Unfortunately, this also means that they are more likely to suffer catastrophic and fatal injuries.
If you were a bicyclist injured by negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for the following damages:
- Medical bills
- Therapies
- Disability
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
This is just a sample of what you may recover. Many of our clients also find closure knowing that the correct party was held accountable. Others find the peace of mind that comes with having the financial means to afford necessary medical treatment. Whatever the best possible outcome looks like for your case, we aim to get it.
Get Started with a Free Consultation
Our Maine bicycle accident attorneys have spent over 40 years helping Northern New England residents through difficult times. Our clients regard us for the compassion and tailored representation we bring to each case. Whether you have been injured by or lost a loved one to negligence, we have the technical know-how to take on your case.
