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A bicycle accident can leave you facing serious injuries, missed work, medical bills, and an uncertain financial future. At Ajlouny Injury Law, our Brooklyn bicycle accident lawyers help injured cyclists understand their rights and pursue compensation from negligent drivers, insurance companies, and other responsible parties. With more than 25 years of experience and over $150 million recovered for injured clients, our firm has the resources to handle complex bicycle accident claims while providing the personal attention you deserve.
If you were injured while riding a bicycle, e-bike, or Citi Bike in Brooklyn, call (516) 535-5555 or contact us online for a free consultation. You pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Brooklyn’s crowded streets present serious hazards for cyclists. Even when a cyclist follows every rule, one careless decision by a motorist can cause life-changing injuries.
After a crash, you may have questions about who will pay your medical bills, whether you can recover lost income, and what to do if the driver or insurance company blames you. Our attorneys can investigate what happened, identify available insurance coverage, document your losses, and pursue a claim against those responsible.
Ajlouny Injury Law represents cyclists injured throughout Brooklyn, including those involved in crashes with:
At Ajlouny Injury Law, we combine focused legal representation with an informed understanding of serious injuries.
Attorney Paul Ajlouny’s background in medicine and law helps our firm understand medical records, communicate with treating providers, and explain how an injury may affect a client’s health and daily life.
That insight can be especially important in bicycle accident cases involving brain injuries, spinal trauma, fractures, or long-term physical limitations.
Bicycle accidents frequently occur because drivers fail to account for cyclists sharing the road. Some crashes happen in an instant, while others result from dangerous conditions that have existed for weeks or months.
Common causes include:
A collision can also have more than one cause. For example, a driver may strike a cyclist after a delivery vehicle forces the rider out of a blocked bike lane. A complete investigation should examine the conduct of every potentially responsible party.
New York’s no-fault insurance system may provide benefits when a cyclist is injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle. Depending on the circumstances, the insurer for the vehicle involved may be responsible for qualifying medical expenses, a portion of lost earnings, and certain other accident-related costs, regardless of who caused the collision.
No-fault benefits are different from compensation available through a claim against a negligent driver. A cyclist may have both a no-fault claim for economic losses and a liability claim for damages caused by the at-fault party. Recovering pain-and-suffering damages after a motor vehicle accident may require the cyclist to establish a “serious injury” under New York law.
No-fault notice generally must be submitted promptly and typically no later than 30 days after the accident unless an exception applies. Medical bills and lost-earnings documentation are also subject to deadlines. Because insurance questions can become complicated quickly, it is important to identify the proper insurer as soon as possible.
A hit-and-run does not necessarily leave an injured cyclist without options. Available coverage may depend on whether the vehicle can be identified and whether the cyclist or a member of the cyclist’s household has applicable automobile insurance.
When no applicable household policy exists, a claim through the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation may be possible. These claims have specific eligibility and reporting requirements.
After a hit-and-run bicycle accident:
Surveillance footage can be erased or overwritten quickly. An early investigation may help identify the vehicle before important evidence disappears.
Compensation depends on the facts of the accident, the available insurance, and the extent of the cyclist’s injuries. A bicycle accident claim may seek compensation for:
If a bicycle accident results in death, eligible surviving family members or the personal representative of the estate may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Insurance companies may try to resolve a claim before the full extent of an injury is known. Our attorneys review medical evidence and other losses before advising a client about a settlement.
Drivers and insurance companies frequently argue that the cyclist contributed to the accident. They may claim the rider was outside a bike lane, difficult to see, traveling too quickly, or failing to follow a traffic signal.
An allegation of fault does not automatically determine the outcome of a claim. New York law considers the conduct of the people involved and how that conduct contributed to the accident. Depending on the circumstances and the law applicable to the claim, a cyclist’s share of responsibility may reduce or potentially affect the ability to recover damages.
Our attorneys examine objective evidence rather than relying exclusively on the driver’s account. Cyclists should not assume they are ineligible for compensation simply because an insurer claims they were partly responsible.
Unlike vehicle occupants, cyclists have little protection from the force of a collision. Even an accident at a relatively low speed can cause severe injuries.
Common bicycle accident injuries include:
Some conditions do not produce immediate symptoms. Prompt medical evaluation can protect your health and create a record connecting the injury to the accident.
The steps you take after a crash may affect both your recovery and your legal claim. If you are able:
New York generally allows three years to file a negligence-based personal injury lawsuit. However, that does not mean every injured cyclist has three years to act.
Different deadlines may apply when:
A notice of claim involving a municipal entity may be required within 90 days. No-fault claims also generally require notice within 30 days, subject to limited exceptions. Waiting can also make it harder to locate witnesses and preserve camera footage.
Speaking with a Brooklyn bicycle accident lawyer promptly can help you understand which deadlines apply to your case. Contact us online or call (516) 535-5555 today to discuss your case.
Ajlouny Injury Law offers free consultations and represents bicycle accident clients on a contingency-fee basis. You do not pay attorney’s fees unless we obtain compensation for you. We explain the fee agreement before you decide whether to hire the firm.
Possibly. New York generally requires bicycle helmets for riders under age 14, while separate rules apply to certain commercial cyclists. For many adult recreational cyclists, not wearing a helmet does not automatically prevent a claim. The effect it may have depends on the injuries, how the accident happened, and other facts.
Riding outside a bike lane does not automatically make a cyclist responsible for an accident. A rider may leave a bike lane to avoid an obstruction, unsafe pavement, an opening car door, or another hazard. Liability depends on the actions of everyone involved.
If a motor vehicle was involved, New York no-fault insurance may cover qualifying medical expenses and certain other economic losses. Health insurance, uninsured motorist coverage, or other sources may also apply. The proper source of coverage depends on the accident.
Some claims resolve in several months, while serious or disputed cases may take longer. The timeline depends on your medical recovery, the available evidence, the insurance company’s willingness to negotiate, and whether litigation is necessary. We keep clients informed as the case progresses.
You may have a claim if a dangerous road condition contributed to the crash, but cases against New York City or another government entity involve special rules. A notice of claim may be due within 90 days. An attorney should investigate the location and applicable deadlines promptly.
If you or someone you love was injured while cycling in Brooklyn, you do not have to handle the insurance process alone. Ajlouny Injury Law can investigate the accident, explain your legal options, and pursue compensation from the responsible parties.
Your consultation is free, and you pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you. Call (516) 535-5555 or contact us online to speak with a Brooklyn bicycle accident attorney today.
