Columbia Bicycle Accident Lawyers

We’ll Fight for Your Future

Riding your bicycle, whether at Bear Creek Trail or MKT Trail, is a great way to exercise and get some fresh air. However, if a driver hits you, you can be left with terrible injuries.

Our Columbia bicycle accident lawyer from DM Injury Law is here to guide you through this complicated process and get you the financial compensation you need to move forward.

Tell us what happened to you over a free consultation. We work on a contingency-fee basis, which means you don’t pay unless we win.

Call (573) 444-8888 or contact us online today for a free consultation.

Missouri Bike Accident Statistics

According to SaveMOLives, in 2023, in Missouri. While this is a slight decrease from 2022, this is an 88% increase in Missouri bicyclist and pedestrian deaths since 2014.

We’re committed to helping anyone who has been injured in a bike crash. Contact our bike accident lawyers in Columbia, Missouri, to help you fight for justice.

Missouri Bicycle Laws

Bicyclists in Missouri have clear rights and responsibilities under the law. Here are a few key points:

• Right to the Road: Missouri cyclists can use most roadways, riding as far to the right as safely possible. You may use the full lane if the roads are unsafe or narrow (RSMo 307.190).
• Safe Passing: Drivers must leave enough space when passing a cyclist. Failing to do so could lead to serious accidents (RSMo 304.678).
• Required Equipment: Cyclists riding between sunset and sunrise must have a white front light, a red rear reflector, and brakes that can stop within 25 feet at 10 mph to stay safe and visible (RSMo 307.183 & RSMo 307.185).
• Sidewalk and Crosswalk Guidelines: Bicycles are typically allowed on sidewalks outside of business areas. Cyclists must give way to pedestrians and use an audible signal when passing.
• Helmet: There is no Missouri state law that requires helmets, but some municipalities require cyclists to wear helmets.

No matter how you received your injuries, it’s important to understand your rights as a cyclist. Tell your story to a Columbia bicycle accident attorney who will fight for your rights.

Common Causes of Bike Crashes

Understanding what caused your accident is the first step to building a case. Many crashes occur when drivers fail to follow traffic laws and respect cyclists’ rights. Common causes include:

• Passing too closely
• Opening car doors
• Unsafe turns into a cyclist’s right-of-way
• Blind spots from changing lanes
• Failure to yield
• Pulling out of driveways
• Unsafe road conditions

Injuries You Can Receive

Since riding your bike offers less protection than you would have if you were riding in a car, it’s easier to receive serious injuries. If you’ve suffered any of the following injuries from a bicycle crash, contact our Columbia bike crash attorney for legal representation:

• Brain injuries
• Burns and road rash
• Bone fractures
• Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis
• Facial damage and scarring
• Internal injuries and organ damage

In the worst of cases, a bicycle accident can lead to the wrongful death of a loved one. Our attorneys will help you build a strong case so you can receive the settlement you deserve.

Call (573) 444-8888 or contact us online today for a free consultation.

How an Attorney Can Help You

You deserve a team of experts helping you throughout the entire process of your case. All you need to do is focus on healing, and we’ll help you seek the justice you’re owed.

Investigate Thoroughly

Our lawyers and support staff of investigators, case managers, and medical records specialists will uncover the truth about your case. Whether that means pulling police and medical records, recreating the scene, or speaking to witnesses, we’ll make your case as strong as possible.

Negotiate with Insurance Companies

Insurance companies are not there to take care of you. They are there to protect their bank accounts. We’ll speak to the insurance adjusters and their team to ensure you receive a settlement to cover all of your financial, physical, and emotional losses.

Seek Maximum Compensation

Damages you can receive in bicycle accident claims can include:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Rehabilitation/therapy costs
• Pain and suffering
• PTSD
• Loss of companionship
• Funeral and burial costs (in wrongful death cases)

Mike’s Got This! Schedule Your Free Consultation!

At DM Injury Law, we’ll protect your rights when someone has caused you to suffer. Tell your story over a free consultation with our Columbia bicycle accident lawyer today. You don’t pay unless we win.

Call (573) 444-8888 or contact us online today for a free consultation.

Past results obtained on behalf of clients afford no guarantee of future results and every case is different and must be judged on its own merits.