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.
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Get the damage on your bike assessed and repaired
Seek medical treatment as soon as you can
Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records
Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records
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.
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:
Mark Stewart was a great attorney. My case wasn't easy but he made it seem easy. His main concern was making sure I got all the help I needed medically. He check up on me all the time to see how I was feeling and any questions I had he had answers to and took the time to explain it so I could understand. I hope no one needs a accident attorney but if you do go with Mark
I was referred to The Advocates by a colleague and I don’t think 5 stars is a high enough rating for them. My initial consult was informative and straight to the point. They gave me realistic expectations from the beginning and they were with me every step of the way. They best part is they did everything to maximize my settlement without me having to ask! Very friendly staff!
I was in a motorcycle accident back in February and I called the Advocates the next day and they’ve been on my case ever since. They always kept me up to date on what was going on with my case and they were able to get me a good chunk of the settlement. They have been great to work with!
I recently was in a motorcycle accident, and after fighting with my insurance I reached out to Brad Johnson with The Advocates. I couldn't be happier and more thankful for the help I received from him, and his team. They made me feel like I was well taken care of, and got me the settlement I needed. I highly recommend going to Brad if you have any legal issues and need assistance. If anything like this happens in my future he will be the first person I reach out to.
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:
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:
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:
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:
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.
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.
