Massachusetts Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Backed By More than 80 Years' Combined Legal Experience
Massachusetts has many different bicycle paths, bike lanes, recreational opportunities, and organizations that make riding a bike easier than ever.
Bicycles are a popular option for numerous reasons, including personal health and wellbeing, commuting, and pleasure. Unfortunately, many motorists do not properly share roadways with bicyclists, and countless individuals suffer serious personal injuries and fatalities as a result.
Under Massachusetts Law, Bicyclists:
- Can ride on any public road or street except limited access and express state highways
- Can ride outside business districts on sidewalks (unless specifically prohibited)
- Can pass cars on the right
Even when wearing a helmet, a bicycle accident has a high risk of harm. Scrapes, bruising, internal organ damage, spinal injuries, head trauma, and broken bones are all common injuries sustained in bicycle accidents. Motorists, as well, are governed by laws they must follow to ensure cyclists are kept safe.
Laws Motorists Must Follow Are:
- Motorists must check for cyclists on the road before opening their doors. Being “doored” is a common cyclist accident which can cause serious injuries
- Since bicyclists can pass cars on the right, motorists are responsible for keeping a safe distance away from passing cyclist
- Similar, motorists must ensure a safe distance from cyclists when passing them. If they cannot pass safety they must wait until the road allows them to do so
- Motorists must make right turns safety, making sure there are no cyclists and avoiding making abrupt right turns. They must also yield to bicycles when making left hand turns.
At Morgan & Murphy, our bicycle accident lawyers hold negligent drivers accountable for their actions. Discuss your rights with our attorneys and learn how we can help you seek justice by calling (508) 966-7254.
Were You Harmed Riding a Bike?
Have you or a loved one been hurt while riding a bike in Massachusetts? Our bicycle accident attorneys have helped over 10,000 victims of personal injuries recover compensation for their pain and suffering. When it comes to bicycle accidents, we thoroughly examine your case to hold all negligent parties responsible, potentially including the driver, auto manufacturer, helmet manufacturer, transportation agencies, construction companies, and commercial property owners.
Our strong commitment to recovering maximum recovery on your behalf allows you to recover without any worries.
At Morgan & Murphy, we have represented injured clients when motor vehicle drivers are responsible for:
- Aggressive driving
- Distracted driving
- Driving in the bike lane
- Illegally merging into a new lane
- Opening the door on a bike rider
- Rear-ending bicyclists
- Speeding
There so many ways that a bicycle accident can occur. No matter what happened, get the help you need from our bicycle accident lawyers in MA. With over 80 years of combined experience and multiple locations in Mass., we are easily accessible when you need us most. Call us today for strong representation and comprehensive services.
Contact our injury attorneys immediately after you have been injured in a bicycle accident. Reach out to our law firm by calling (508) 966-7254 - we speak English and Portuguese.