Bicyclists and pedestrians share the road with motor vehicles — and like drivers, they are expected to follow Ohio’s traffic laws. Cyclists must obey traffic signals, ride in the same direction as traffic, and use proper hand signals, while pedestrians have the responsibility to cross at designated crosswalks, follow traffic signals, and remain alert before entering the roadway.
Despite these precautions, accidents still happen — and when a car collides with a bicyclist or pedestrian, the results can be catastrophic. Unlike drivers protected by a vehicle’s structure, bicyclists and pedestrians are completely exposed to impact forces, often leading to devastating injuries such as:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord damage
- Road rash and fractures
- Amputations or disfigurement
- Long-term disability and chronic pain
These injuries can change a victim’s life in an instant, resulting in mounting medical bills, lost income, physical and emotional suffering, and ongoing rehabilitation needs. At Kruger & Hodges, Hometown Injury Lawyers, we proudly serve New Miami, Ohio, helping injured bicyclists and pedestrians pursue the compensation they deserve. These cases can be more complex than standard car accidents because victims often lack direct insurance coverage and must instead file a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance policy.
Our experienced bike and pedestrian accident attorneys can help you navigate these challenges — from identifying liable parties and gathering evidence to negotiating with insurance companies and fighting for full recovery. Contact Kruger & Hodges today for a free consultation to learn how we can help you and your family seek justice and financial stability after a serious accident.
How a Bike and Pedestrian Accident Law Firm Serving New Miami, Ohio Can Help You With Your Claim
If you have been hurt in a bike or pedestrian accident, the lawyers at Kruger & Hodges Hometown Injury Lawyers serving New Miami, Ohio may be able to help you with your claim. Our lawyers can review the police report and speak to witnesses to determine who might have been at fault for the crash. In the confusion of the accident scene, sometimes details are disputed by both parties. If the police get the facts wrong, but multiple witnesses saw things another way, this could prove helpful to your case. Our attorneys can also make a claim with the driver’s insurance or make a claim against the other driver directly. If you don’t have car insurance, this may be the primary way through which you’ll be able to seek compensation. If you do happen to have car insurance, you may be able to also make a claim with your own insurer, in some instances.
Kruger & Hodges Hometown Injury Lawyers is a bike accident law firm serving New Miami, Ohio that may be able to help you evaluate your claim, estimate the value of your claim, and fight to help you get the settlement you may deserve from insurers and negligent parties. Have questions about your rights? Reach out to Kruger & Hodges Hometown Injury Lawyers today.
For a free legal consultation, call 513-894-3333
Your Rights May Depend on the Causes of Your Bike and Pedestrian Accident
In order to make a bike or pedestrian accident claim, you may need to show that the driver or other party was at fault for your accident. With bike accident claims, sometimes another driver might be at fault and sometimes a defect in the bike may be to blame. Victims may be able to make a claim against either the other driver or the product manufacturer. However, if the biker or pedestrian is found to be at fault, it could be difficult to make a claim. Sometimes drivers might try to claim that the pedestrian or biker was to blame. This is where it helps to get witness accounts, have a police report of the crash, and where it can be helpful to speak to the bicycle and pedestrian accident law firm at Kruger & Hodges Hometown Injury Lawyers serving New Miami, Ohio.
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