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St. George Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Have you suffered a bike accident in St. George, Utah? Reach out to The Advocates personal injury law firm. Our goal is to get fair compensation for injured cyclists.

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A Bike Accident Attorney Can Help Your Case 

Motor vehicles can cause tremendous damage to cyclists. All it takes is for a motorist to break traffic laws by flying through an intersection and hitting a bike to completely change someone’s life forever.  
It’s an unfortunate truth that The Advocates have seen time and again. Accident claims stemming from bike accidents usually result in immense pain and suffering, costly medical treatment, and lost income.   
If you are an accident victim, call us today. Our St. George personal injury lawyers are ready to defend your legal rights and get you back on your bike and on the road to recovery.  
We are here for everyone in St. George, Orem, Cedar City, Salt Lake City, and the rest of Utah.  Contact us today for a free case evaluation.  

The Next Steps in Your Utah Bike Accident Case

Injury

Immediately after your accident, check for injuries

Hire Attorney

Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery

Property Damage

Get the damage on your bike assessed and repaired

Treatment

Seek medical treatment as soon as you can

Finish Treatment

Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records

Demand

Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records

Frequently Asked Questions

You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.  
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.  
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.  
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.  

If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.  
Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. 

The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime.   

Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.  
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to several years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.

When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish receiving medical attention. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.  
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator. 

A Team of Bicycle Accident Professionals Assigned to Your Case   

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.   
We can help you:  

  • Understand the claims process  
  • Investigate your accident  
  • Work together with you towards a full resolution of your injuries  
  • Negotiate with insurance adjusters  
  • Obtain a settlement or judgment against the liable party 

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When Should I Hire a St. George Bicycle Accident Attorney? 

You should file a personal injury lawyer as soon as you physically can. Time moves fast after an accident. The sooner you can get an attorney, the sooner you can rest assured knowing your insurance claim is in expert hands. Out of all law firms in Utah, we hope you choose The Advocates. Our attorneys have years of experience giving cyclists the legal options they need to recover without financial stress. Money cannot make your injuries disappear, but it can make the process much easier. That has always been our goal: Easing the burden of our clients. We cannot completely free you from pain and suffering, but we can put liens on your medical bills and defend you from insurance companies. We love St. George. We are proud to be a part of this community. People here deserve the best attorneys after a bike accident. You deserve it. You deserve an Advocate.   

Information About Biking in St. George 

Best bike routes around St. George 

The best way to avoid a bike crash with a motor vehicle is to go where they can’t. Bicyclists are much better off in areas designated for bikes and pedestrians.  
Here are some routes around St. George worth checking out:  

  • Red Hills Parkway: This is a mostly paved route that goes along the cliffs north of St. George. It is 8.3 miles long and a great way to see the spectacular red cliffs that southern Utah is famous for.   
  • Utah Hill: This route is not for beginners. The ascent is challenging, but the views are glorious. Your reward for reaching the top is an easier downward journey aided by gravity. It’s 15 miles long.  
  • Veyo Loop: This loop is 43.5 miles long. The good news is you don’t have to do that whole thing. Even just a ten-mile stretch is enough to get a good workout and see the lakes, canyons, and lava rocks surrounding St. George.   

Biking within city limits  

The city of St. George published a report stating, “Studies show that installing pedestrian and bicycle facilities directly improves safety by reducing the risk of pedestrian-automobile and bicycle-automobile crashes.”  
This shows that local government recognizes the importance of biking infrastructure, but what has actually been done to make biking easier?  
As of 2017, St. George has 151 miles of biker-friendly streets, routes, and paths. Here are the facilities you will find when biking in St. George:  

  • Shared use paths: 55 miles of paved paths that cyclists, pedestrians, and non-motor vehicles can use.  
  • Unpaved trails: There are 59 miles of mountain biking and hiking trails in St. George city limits.   
  • Bike lanes: There are 14 miles of bike lanes within city limits, which is not too many, but the city plans to build more in the future.  
  • Bike routes: These are roadways that highlight the legal right of cyclists to operate in the travel lane but do not necessarily have a dedicated space for bikes only. St. George has 24 miles of bike routes. 

Common injuries from bicycle accidents 

You are justified in filing a personal injury claim even if your injuries seem minor. These are some of the most severe injuries cyclists face: 

  • Lacerations and bruising  
  • Road rash  
  • Ligament tears or strains  
  • Broken bones  
  • Scarring and disfigurement  
  • Spinal cord injuries  
  • Traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries  
  • Wrongful death of a loved one 

Personal Injury Law in Utah   

What damages can you seek in a bicycle accident case?  

Your case is unique to you. It is impossible to say what compensation you can seek until a bicycle accident attorney does a case evaluation of your accident.  
Generally, these are the types of damages a personal injury lawyer will help you seek:  

  • Medical bills 
  • Lost wages  
  • Loss of future earning capacity  
  • Property damage   
  • Non-economic damages like psychological trauma  
  • Funeral and burial costs for fatalities 

Is there a time limit for filing a biking accident claim?  

Yes, there is. 
In Utah, the statute of limitations for personal injuries is generally four years. The process of getting fair compensation is not fast, which is why our legal advice is to start your case quickly.   
The statute of limitations for seeking compensation for property damage is three years. 

Determining responsibility for the accident 

Utah uses comparative negligence for personal injury and property damage lawsuits. Fault is assigned as a percentage.   
This is a crucial part of the legal process. Nothing can proceed until negligence is established.   
You cannot file a claim if you are more than 50% responsible for the accident. Imagine you bike through a stop sign at an intersection and get struck by a car that had the right of way. In this case, you will likely be the at-fault party assigned the majority of the fault for the case and, therefore, cannot sue.    
You might be assigned 25% of the blame. If your fault is under 51%, you can still file a claim, but the percentage of your fault will reduce your final settlement—in this example, the compensation you receive from the accident will be 75% of the final settlement.  

The steps to take after a bicycle accident  

  • Ensure safety  
  • Check for injuries   
  • Call emergency services and obtain a police report as soon as you can  
  • Gather names, contact information, and insurance information of the other parties involved in the accident  
  • Get information from witnesses  
  • Document the accident scene by taking pictures  
  • Seek medical care 
  • Report the accident to your insurance  
  • Consult an Advocate personal injury lawyer  
  • Keep records of everything related to the accident, from records of medical expenses to communications with all parties involved