858 530-4800
 |
| Frederick M. Dudek
frequently commutes to his law office in San Diego |
Cycling accidents may present unusual legal issues that are different
from an automobile case. Hill inclines, lines of sight, roadway (and
shoulder) conditions, intersection crossings, distinctions among bicycle
paths, lanes and routes, etc. may be very significant in a San Diego
bike accident case. Common bicycle destinations, the absence of alternative
routes, roadway signage and other factors may be critical in some
cases. Prior accidents, warnings and location may be important in
others.
Whether you commute on a bike during rush hour in the city, climb
hills in a National Park on the weekends, compete in races, participate
in charity fund raisers, tour the countryside or enjoy leisurely bike
rides with your children, hiring someone with legal and cycling
experience could be a tremendous benefit to you.
c. San Diego bicycle accident lawyer Frederick Dudek has extensive cycling
experience and legal
experience.
San Diego bicycle accidents can include:
- Collisions with automobiles on roadways;
- Collisions with other cyclists;
- Inattentive drivers;
- Violations of right of way;
- Improper roadway design
- Lack of notice of dangerous conditions
- Follow the “The 5 Steps to protect yourself or your loved ones”
- Document the scene, if possible (take photos, get witness information)
- Preserve the condition of your bicycle (do not repair or relinquish!)
- Get legal advice from someone who understands cycling accidents
- Preserve the evidence (accident scene, lighting sequence, road/trail conditions)
- Document the condition of (and maintain) your bicycle
- Determine the significance of bicycling issues
- Research applicable cycling regulations
- Provide references to medical practitioners who specialize in sports injuries
- Document injuries and effects of inability to exercise
- Determine appropriate defendants and possible causes of injuries
- Advise you of potential legal outcomes
- Negotiate, litigate and try your case before a judge or jury
- File and prepare an appeal (or opposition, if you win at trial)