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Every day, thousands of people climb on their bicycles and take to the streets in the Pittsburgh area. Not only is bicycling a fun activity, but it is also great for the environment, your health, and your pocketbook. However, bicycling does have a downside, as the risk of being involved in a bicycle accident is high. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2012, 726 bicyclists died in accidents, while another estimated 49,000 suffered injuries. The number of bicycle accident fatalities rose 6 percent from 2011 to 2012.
Bicyclists have the same rights to use the roads as drivers of motor vehicles. Bicycles do not have to remain close to the curb, but can instead take up as much space in a lane as they need to feel safe. However, many drivers fail to notice bicyclists or may become frustrated with the relatively slow speed of bicycles. This can result in unsafe passing behaviors and dangerous car accidents.
Though negligent drivers are a common reason behind bicycle accidents, there are other potential causes, as well. The following are some common causes of bicycle accidents in Pittsburgh:
All of the above involve a negligent party who should be held responsible for any injuries caused in an accident that results from their negligence.
Bicyclists have little to no protection in a collision with a motor vehicle or the pavement. Because of this, victims of bicycle accidents often suffer serious or even fatal injuries. Some common injuries in bicycle accidents include:
These are only a few examples of possible injuries, and many bicyclists suffer multiple injuries in a single accident. Such injuries can result in costly medical bills, time off of work, and can even leave victims with permanent disabilities such as paralysis or brain damage. Some bicycle accident victims are never able to work or live independently again. Bicycle accident victims can recover for their injuries and losses by filing a personal injury claim against the negligent party.
Bicyclists involved in accidents often suffer life-changing injuries. If another person was responsible for your bicycle accident, you deserve proper compensation for all of your injuries. The experienced personal injury attorneys at the office of Flaherty Fardo are committed to helping victims of bicycle accidents receive the settlements or awards they deserve. We offer free consultations, so please do not hesitate to contact our office for help at (412) 802-6666 today.
I am an out of State client, over 1500 miles away, and through the 2 years of work on my case I never met anyone from the firm in person, yet they treated me like I lived down the street from the office.
I am very pleased with the professional teamwork, and their patience and timely responses to my requests and to the task at hand. They did all they could do to help with the difficult facts of my case, and I am pleased with the outcome. I would recommend this law firm to anyone with the assurance they would offer the same quality service to them as they did to me. Thank you Flaherty Fardo, Carole J. Boyd
Couldn't have asked for a better experience. They are a wonderful group who are efficient, patient, communicative and do their job very well.
They kept me in the loop the whole time and were extremely helpful. I have used a different firm in the past and this was like night and day. If you are considering using Flaherty Fardo for your assessment appeal (or likely anything else they practice) then you found what you are looking for. A special thank you to Nicole who spearheaded my case and answered my never-ending questions. Top notch!
"Highly Recommended" just isn't enough praise. They are by far the best I have ever worked with.
Professional, but beyond that their personal touch is exactly what a medical malpractice client or personal injury client needs. Noah Fardo is amazing, but the entire firm were great to us. I honestly can't thank Bill Rogel, Nicole Hauptman Amick, and Jaclyn Gibson enough. Thank you all.
I am an out of State client, over 1500 miles away, and through the 2 years of work on my case I never met anyone from the firm in person, yet they treated me like I lived down the street from the office.
I am very pleased with the professional teamwork, and their patience and timely responses to my requests and to the task at hand. They did all they could do to help with the difficult facts of my case, and I am pleased with the outcome. I would recommend this law firm to anyone with the assurance they would offer the same quality service to them as they did to me. Thank you Flaherty Fardo, Carole J. Boyd
Couldn't have asked for a better experience. They are a wonderful group who are efficient, patient, communicative and do their job very well.
They kept me in the loop the whole time and were extremely helpful. I have used a different firm in the past and this was like night and day. If you are considering using Flaherty Fardo for your assessment appeal (or likely anything else they practice) then you found what you are looking for. A special thank you to Nicole who spearheaded my case and answered my never-ending questions. Top notch!
"Highly Recommended" just isn't enough praise. They are by far the best I have ever worked with.
Professional, but beyond that their personal touch is exactly what a medical malpractice client or personal injury client needs. Noah Fardo is amazing, but the entire firm were great to us. I honestly can't thank Bill Rogel, Nicole Hauptman Amick, and Jaclyn Gibson enough. Thank you all.
