Zealous Advocacy for Injured Cyclists

Cyclists have just as much right to the roads as motorists do. Unfortunately, many drivers drive recklessly or fail to pay attention to their surroundings, resulting in devastating injuries for bicycle riders.

At Northern Utah Law, personal injury lawyer Ken Peterson has seen bicycle injuries firsthand, personally suffering from a hit-and-run in 2014 while cycling. With Ken on your side, you can feel confident knowing that he will strive to hold the negligent party accountable and recover maximum compensation.

What are the Most Common Causes of Cycling Accidents?

Drivers have an obligation to obey the laws of traffic and keep the roads safe. When they do not, the results can prove catastrophic. Some of the most frequent causes of motor vehicle crashes involving bicycles include drivers who are:

Distracted or reckless
Driving while intoxicated
Taking left turns without checking for bikers
Improperly maintain their cars
Driving too close to shoulders or bike lanes
Cutting off cyclists
Sideswiping cyclists

In every scenario, the injuries tend to be much worse for the bicycle rider than the motor vehicle driver. That’s why it is important to have a bike accident attorney on your side.

Comparative Negligence in Utah: What to Know

Even if you were partially at fault for a crash, you may still have a chance to recover compensation. Utah has comparative negligence laws that allow injury victims to collect compensation proportionate to their share of fault. For example, if the insurer or the court determines that you are 20% at fault, you could recover compensation for up to 80% of your damages.

Let Northern Utah Law Advocate for Your Rights

For the best chance to receive maximum compensation, you will need a personal injury lawyer, like Ken Peterson, who can prevent the insurance company from taking advantage of you. Learn how he can help you by requesting an initial consultation. All personal injury work is on a contingency fee basis, so you do not pay anything unless compensation is recovered.