Mesa Bicycle Accident Lawyer

When Motor Vehicles Hit Bicyclists, the Vehicle Driver Is Typically at Fault

Somewhere around 1,000 bike riders die each year in the United States. Being a warm-weather state, Arizona has its fair share of bicyclists, and countless numbers of them are seriously injured each year through no fault of their own.

Some riders are careless. However, if a motor vehicle driver hits a bike rider, there is a significant chance they have:

• Failed to take every available measure to avoid the accident
• Done something to directly contribute to the collision
• Engaged in negligent behavior

Even if a bike rider does something to contribute to an accident—crossing the road without a crosswalk, for example—vehicle drivers must try to avoid a collision.

This is one of the most important questions your bicycle accident attorney from Big Chad Law will answer. Some parties who can be liable for a bicycle accident include:

• Vehicle drivers: When a vehicle hits a bike rider, it’s only natural to look towards the person behind the wheel. Often, we find that speeding, distraction, failure to recognize bikers’ rights, and other failures by motor vehicle drivers lead directly to bike accidents.
• Cities like Mesa: Separate bike lanes and paths are among the resources that can decrease the likelihood of bicycle accidents. Bright lighting is another safety feature that can make everyone, including riders, safer. If the City of Mesa did not take reasonable measures to protect you as a bicyclist, it could be liable for your accident.
• Pedestrians: When pedestrians enter the roadway without the right to do so, they can cause bicycle accidents. For example, a motorist might swerve to avoid a jaywalking pedestrian only to hit or get in the way of a bicyclist. In such cases, the pedestrian can be liable for the accident victim’s damages.
• Product manufacturers: Defective motor vehicles and bicycles sometimes play roles in bike accidents. When this is the case, any negligence by product manufacturers can be grounds for legal action. 

Not every bicycle accident involves a motor vehicle striking a rider. For instance, a bicyclist may suffer serious injuries after being run off the road by a vehicle or while swerving to avoid a pedestrian who is jaywalking.

Big Chad Law represents riders harmed because of others’ negligence. Whether that negligence looks like a vehicle hitting you or takes another form, we will investigate the accident and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Big Chad Law has worked hard to extend our services to as many clients as possible. We are hardworking, constantly seeking the edge over our opponents, and up-to-date on the latest laws and insurance rules. As an injured rider, you may hire your Mesa bicycle accident lawyer from Big Chad Law because:

There’s no doubt about it: Big Chad Law is an Arizona-focused law firm. We:

• Exist because of Founder and Attorney Chad Schaub, who is a sixth-generation Arizonan
• Have offices in locations throughout the state, including Mesa
• Live and work in the communities we serve
• Care deeply about the state, which means we care deeply about our clients

Our job is to get compensation for clients. We also have a goal to make Arizona safer, and we do that by holding negligent parties accountable when they cause harm.

We recognize how difficult it is to survive a bicycle accident. You may be dealing with trauma, uncertainty about your career, and countless other challenges. We allow you to hire us without adding another worry to your plate, and we do so by:

• Paying for experts, court costs, and everything else related to your case
• Not asking for any upfront fee
• Only receiving a fee if we obtain compensation for you

This arrangement is called a contingency fee. Our fee is contingent upon us delivering the compensation you deserve. It means you can hire Big Chad Law knowing that we will fight hard for a fair financial outcome—we only receive payment if we get results for you.

Most clients know that their lawyer’s job is to secure money for them. The thing is, we also believe it’s our job to make clients’ lives easier. The Big Chad Law brand of client service includes:

• Respect at all times: There is only one way to treat clients, and that’s with the utmost respect. We are upfront and honest but always respectful. When you trust us with your case, we give you the respect you deserve.
• Active communication: It costs us nothing to stay in touch, so that’s what we do. Expect your lawyer to be in contact throughout your case. We are also available to you, so you can text, email, and call us whenever you want. Being in touch means maintaining trust, so expect us to be there when you need us.
• Client empowerment: We know that our bicycle accident attorneys provide a valuable service. Ultimately, though, these are our clients’ cases. Your lawyer will be your guide and advisor, but you will need to make important decisions throughout your case. We will get your feedback throughout the case and empower you to make the right calls.
• A family-like feel: Ultimately, being a client at Big Chad Law feels like being part of a family. The ferocity with which we find for you, above all else, gives the impression that we consider you one of ours.

We know that clients take a leap of faith when they hire any law firm. That’s why we go out of our way to reward our client’s trust in us through top-tier client service.

There is no substitute for an attorney. Though we have many team members who are critical to our impressive case outcomes, your lawyer will be primarily responsible for your case.

When you hire us seeking a lawyer, you get a lawyer. You will never be stuck dealing with middlemen when you would rather be speaking with your bicycle accident attorney.

Big Chad Law does not believe in “the easy route.” We believe that clients deserve to receive all of the compensation they are entitled to.

Our team will never pressure you to make decisions you aren’t comfortable with, including accepting a settlement. We will let you know whether we believe a settlement offer is fair or not, but it’s your decision to make.

You should be able to trust your law firm. You can trust us to work hard, protect you, and be honest at all times. Call Big Chad Law today at (602) 833-2353. Complete your free consultation and learn even more about why you should hire your Mesa bicycle accident lawyer from our firm.

Call us today at (602) 833-2353 to speak with one of our Phoenix Bicycle Accident Lawyer

It’s important to show exactly why your bike accident happened. The person or parties at fault for the collision may push a false narrative of how the collision occurred, so we are prepared to:

• Secure all relevant witness accounts
• Obtain video footage of the collision
• Hire experts to reconstruct the circumstances of your accident
• Get a copy of any police report related to the accident

We have proven fault for many accidents. We will obtain all relevant evidence and organize that evidence in a way that creates an undeniable narrative of who is at fault.

Your lawyer will find all available proof of your damages. We may secure:

• Medical records detailing the types of injuries you’ve suffered, symptoms you’re experiencing, and treatments you’ll require
• Medical bills showing the exact cost of all medical interventions related to your bicycle accident
• Expert statements, which may include a mental health professional’s diagnoses of conditions stemming from (or worsened by) the bicycle accident
• Financial records that show costs like lost income and property repairs

We will show the cost of your accident, and we will leave nothing out.

The majority of motorists have auto insurance. This makes it likely that we will deal with at least one insurer in the aftermath of your accident.

The insurance claims process is often complicated and stressful. The slightest mistake may compromise your claim. Our experience prepares us to handle your insurance claim(s) both urgently and carefully.

We may reach the point of negotiating a financial settlement on your behalf. Our attorneys:

• Have years of experience negotiating financial settlements for accident victims
• Are aggressive when we need to be
• Are cooperative when it suits us
• Are always highly prepared with documentation of clients’ damages and evidence of who is at fault for the accident

Your lawyer will also know the details of insurance policies related to your accident. Trust us to advocate for you, and we will work hard to deliver the settlement you deserve.

Bike riders are among the most vulnerable people on the road. When you’re on a bike, you don’t have the protection of a metal structure around you as you would in a car. You also don’t have seatbelts, airbags, or other common safety features.

This lack of protection is why many survivors of bicycle accidents face:

• Lifelong disability: Those who are disabled face immense economic and non-economic costs, from medical equipment to loss of self-esteem and total loss of earning power.
• Medical costs: Your medical bills will be an important focus for your attorney. We will keep track of these expenses and demand that liable parties pay for your medical costs.
• Expensive professional losses: A bike accident can lead to lost income, lost bonus opportunities, diminished earning capacity, and many other types of professional harm.
• Pain and suffering: A bike accident can cause physical pain, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sleep loss, scarring, and many other conditions that fall within the category of pain and suffering.

Some injured bikers lose their lives. This is tragic, and it’s an outcome we are all too familiar with. We help survivors seek justice, as a wrongful death lawsuit is sometimes the only means of holding liable parties accountable and helping survivors.