Jun 29th, 2019
Paulozzi Joseph

We know that the last thing you expect when you head out on your bicycle is that you will be injured in a crash. However, if you need an Akron bicycle accident attorney, we are here to help. At Paulozzi LPA Injury Lawyers, we are here if another person has caused your injuries due to their carelessness or negligence. Today, we want to talk about a recent bicycle versus motorcycle accident in our area that highlights the dangers of bicycle impacts.

What happened in this Akron bicycle accident?

A teen boy was riding his bike on West Bartges Street near LaSalle Drive on the morning of June 21 when he was struck by a motorcyclist. Witnesses said that three motorcycles were traveling at a high rate of speed when two of them changed lanes to avoid hitting the teen on his bike. The third cyclist struck the boy from behind.

The boy died from his injuries.

“I can honestly say speed was a factor in this accident, so we’re just saying slow down and be aware of your surroundings when you’re traveling and watch out for the kids,” said Akron Police Lt. Edwards.

Bicycle Accident Are Devastating

We know that bicyclists are extremely vulnerable in and around the roadways. They have virtually no protection from an impact with a passenger vehicle or a heavy motorcycle. Nearly all bicycle accidents result in an injury or a death.

During the reporting year 2017 in Ohio, there was a total of 19 bicycle crash fatalities and 1,239 bicycle crash injuries.

It is not uncommon for us to see a wide range of injuries as a result of these crashes, including:

  • Spinal cord trauma with possible paralysis
  • Head injuries and traumatic brain injuries
  • Internal organ damage or internal bleeding
  • Broken or dislocated bones
  • Severe lacerations or road rash

These injuries can lead to major medical expenses for victims and their families. All too often, as we saw in the story above, the negligence of others on the roadway causes these injuries. Speed is often a factor. Impaired and distracted drivers are extremely dangerous to cyclists in and around the roadways.

  • In many cases, bicycle crashes happen at intersections, crosswalks, and other areas where the cyclist has the right-of-way.

Let us get to work on your case today

If you or someone you care about has been injured in a bicycle crash that was caused by another person’s careless or negligent actions, please seek legal assistance now. At Paulozzi LPA Injury Lawyers, we are going to be by your side. Our knowledgeable and experienced team is going to investigate what happened so we can secure the compensation you deserve, including:

  • Your medical expenses related to the incident
  • Lost wages and benefits if you cannot work
  • Pain and suffering damages
  • Loss of personal enjoyment damages
  • Possible punitive damages against those responsible

If you need an Akron bicycle accident lawyer, you can contact us for a free consultation calling us at 888-710-0040.

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