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A bicycle accident can leave you facing painful injuries, mounting medical bills, and a long road to recovery. In moments like these, you deserve clear answers and a team that puts your needs first.
For over 20 years, The Goldwater Law Firm has helped injured people nationwide by connecting them with trusted law firm partners who take action quickly. We understand the fear, frustration, and uncertainty you may be feeling, and we treat every cyclist with the compassion and respect they deserve.
If a negligent driver caused your crash, our team can explain your options and connect you with a Michigan bicycle accident lawyer who can fight for the compensation you may qualify for.
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What Sets The Goldwater Law Firm Apart
At The Goldwater Law Firm, we focus on one thing above all else: helping injured people get the support they need after a serious accident. Since our founding, we have established strategic partnerships with many of the nation’s most successful personal injury law firms, enabling us to quickly connect Michigan cyclists with a personal injury attorney from one of our partner law firms who can take immediate action.
We help people in all 50 states and maintain a strong network of specialists, including accident reconstructionists, medical experts, and economists, who strengthen the cases our partners handle.
Most importantly, we understand what you’re going through. A bicycle accident can leave you scared, angry, and unsure of what happens next. Our team treats every injured Michigander with compassion and respect and stands firmly against insurance companies that try to minimize your losses.
When you reach out to us, you get a team committed to accountability, transparency, and justice for injured cyclists.
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How a Lawyer We Connect You With Can Help
When you contact The Goldwater Law Firm, we connect you with a trusted Michigan law firm partner who can manage every step of your bicycle accident claim. Your attorney becomes your advocate, taking on the legal burdens so you can focus on your health.
Investigating Your Accident
A lawyer will begin by investigating your accident, reviewing the accident report from the Michigan State Police, speaking with witnesses, examining photos or video, and working with accident reconstruction experts if necessary. This helps establish how the driver’s negligence caused your injuries.
Handling Communication and Negotiations
They also handle all communication with insurance companies. Adjusters often attempt to minimize payouts, shift blame, or pressure victims into accepting quick and unfair offers. Your attorney protects you from these tactics and negotiates for a settlement that reflects the full impact of your injuries and losses.
Establishing Your Damages
Your attorney will also calculate your damages, including medical bills, lost income, property damage, and non-economic losses such as pain and emotional hardship. They document every cost to strengthen your claim.
Representing You in Court
If necessary, your lawyer can file a lawsuit and represent you in court. Throughout the process, they keep you informed, answer your questions, and walk you through every decision.
With dedicated legal support, you don’t have to face the aftermath of a bicycle accident on your own.
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Recoverable Compensation After a Michigan Bicycle Accident
A bicycle accident can create significant financial strain, especially when serious injuries lead to medical bills, missed work, and long-term challenges. An attorney from one of our law firm partners near you will evaluate the full impact of your injuries and pursue the compensation you may qualify for.
Medical Costs
Injuries like fractures, head injuries, or spinal trauma often require emergency care, imaging tests, surgeries, and rehabilitation. Your attorney will calculate both current medical bills and the cost of any future treatment you may need.
Lost Income
Many cyclists miss work while recovering, and some injuries limit long-term earning potential. Your attorney will document lost wages and assess whether your injuries affect your ability to work in the future.
Property Damage
You may be eligible to recover compensation to repair or replace your bicycle, helmet, and other damaged gear.
Out-of-Pocket Expenses
Costs such as transportation to medical appointments, mobility aids, medications, and home assistance are common after serious injuries. Your attorney will ensure these expenses are included.
Pain and Suffering
Injuries from bicycle accidents can lead to lasting pain, emotional distress, anxiety, and reduced quality of life. Your attorney will consider how your injuries affect your daily routine and overall well-being when valuing these non-economic losses.
Permanent Disability or Disfigurement
If your injuries cause scarring, long-term mobility issues, or neurological effects, your attorney will pursue compensation that reflects these life-altering impacts.
Your Options for Recovering the Compensation You Need
Michigan is a no-fault state, which means that cyclists should first turn to their personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. If you don’t have PIP coverage, you can file a claim under the policy of someone else in your household. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, you may be able to file a claim with the driver’s insurance company.
A lawyer can help you determine whether you may be able to hold the driver liable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The timeline depends on several factors, including the severity of your injuries, the duration of your medical treatment, and the cooperation of the insurance company. Some cases resolve in a few months, while others take longer if the insurer disputes fault or the full extent of your losses. The law firm we connect you with will keep you updated throughout the process and work to move your case forward efficiently while prioritizing your recovery.
In Michigan, most bicycle accident lawsuits must be filed within a specific deadline set by the state’s statute of limitations, which is typically three years. If the clock runs out, you could lose the ability to pursue compensation. Contacting us as soon as possible allows the lawyer we connect you with to protect your rights and ensure all filings are completed on time.
You may still qualify to recover compensation even if you share some responsibility for the accident. Michigan uses a modified comparative negligence system, which means that your percentage of fault will reduce the amount you can recover. However, if you are mostly responsible, you may not be able to recover money. An attorney from one of our law firm partners will review the facts, explain how Michigan’s laws apply, and work to show the other driver’s negligence caused the crash.
No. The attorneys we connect victims with work on a contingency basis. This means you do not pay any upfront fees for legal representation. The attorney only receives payment if they recover compensation for you. This ensures that financial concerns do not prevent injured cyclists from seeking the help they need.
Talk to Our Team About Your Michigan Bicycle Accident
A bicycle accident can leave you overwhelmed, but you don’t have to navigate this alone. The Goldwater Law Firm is here to listen, guide you, and connect you with a Michigan bike accident attorney from one of our trusted law firm partners who can take action immediately. We believe your recovery and future matter. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation and learn how a lawyer can help you move forward.