If you were in a bike crash, contact a Miami Gardens bicycle accident lawyer at Gerson & Schwartz P.A. right away. We are here to help no matter what type of crash you were involved in. For the last 50 years our attorneys have been filing claims on behalf of serious injury victims thorough Miami Gardens and other area in the Miami Gardens areas. Our bike injury lawyers regularly help cyclists who were struck by vehicles as well as pedestrians and cyclists struck by other bike riders.
Whether you're a resident or just visiting Miami Gardens and were seriously injured don't day. If you suffered serious injuries because of another person's negligence, carelessness, recklessness, or intentional misconduct contact a lawyer at Gerson & Schwartz right away. Consultations are free and there are no upfront cost to get started.
We will fight for you to receive full and fair compensation for your injuries. We also are here to represent you and your family if you lost a relative in a fatal bicycle accident. We can guide you through a Florida wrongful death claim.
To talk with us about pursuing a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit after a bike accident, contact our Miami Gardens bicycle accident attorneys through our online form or by calling 305-371-6000 or toll free at (877) 475-2905.
Bicycle Accidents in Miami Gardens, FloridaMiami Gardens is a Florida city located in Miami-Dade County. It lies between I-95 and NE 2nd Avenue to the east and NW 47th and NW 57th Avenues to the west. The Broward County line is to the north and 151st Street marks Miami Garden’s southern border. The city, which is just over 19 square miles, has a population of about 113,000 people as of a 2018 estimate. It is one of several principal cities in the Miami metropolitan area.
Miami Gardens is known for having a higher than average crime rate, though crime has been decreasing for over a decade. The violent and property crime rates are higher in Miami Gardens than the Florida and national average rates.
Though Miami Gardens may differ from surrounding areas due to its crime rate, it is similar in auto accidents. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians throughout Miami Gardens may be injured in crashes on the Ronald Reagan Turnpike, the Florida Turnpike, I-95 Expressway, and local roads.
If you are injured in a bicycle accident or a bike-vehicle crash in the city, we recommend contacting our Miami Garden bicycle accident lawyers right away.
Florida Bicycle Accident StatisticsIn 2017, there were 6,675 reported bicycle crashes in Florida, according to the Department of Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). This was a slight increase from the 6,668 bicycle crashes in 2016. Although, the three-year average is 6,821 bicycle crashes for 2015-17.
These crashes resulted in 6,263 bicyclist injuries in 2017 and 6,234 bicyclist injures in 2016. There also were 128 bicyclist fatalities in 2017 and 140 bicyclist fatalities in 2016.
If you are one of the many people affected by a bike accident in Florida each year, you should speak with a veteran bicycle accident attorney in Miami Gardens as soon as possible. Our lawyers at Gerson & Schwartz P.A. are highly experienced in investigating bike accidents. We will gather as much evidence as possible of what went wrong to identify the at-fault and liable parties.
Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents in Miami Gardens, FLAt Gerson & Schwartz P.A., our personal injury and wrongful death lawyers have handled bike crashes arising from all types of negligent and reckless conduct. We have served victims as:
Many bicycle accidents are caused by careless and reckless drivers. If you were injured while riding your bike because a motorist ran into you or opened their door into your path, call us right away. We will pursue compensation through the driver’s auto insurance.
We also handle bicycle accidents that occur between two or more cyclists and pedestrians and cyclists. If you were injured while riding a bike, walking, or going for a run, give us a call. Once we identify who was at fault for the accident and your injuries, we will determine whether there is an available insurance policy.
If there is no insurance coverage for your bike accident injuries, or the insurer denies or claim or refuses to settle, we may recommend filing a lawsuit against the at-fault party.
Through the insurance claim process or a lawsuit, our Miami Gardens bicycle accident lawyers will fight for you to receive compensation for your:
At Gerson & Schwartz P.A., we also routinely handle bicycle accidents involving children. If your minor child was injured while riding their bike around the neighborhood, do not hesitate to call us. We will carefully review the situation and advise you of your right to pursue compensation for your child’s pain and suffering and your economic losses.
Contact a Miami Gardens Bicycle Accident Attorney TodayAfter you are the victim of a serious bike accident or a relative is the victim of a fatal crash, you will benefit from talking with an experienced attorney from Gerson & Schwartz P.A. During a free consultation, we will listen to your story. Then, we will explain your rights and legal options. If you have a claim, we can represent you during an insurance claim or lawsuit and fight for you to receive just compensation for your injuries or loss.
Contact us at (305) 371-6000 for help today. Se Habla Espanol.