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Bicycle and Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Fort Lauderdale

Millions Recovered for Injured Clients.

Cyclists and pedestrians are the most vulnerable road users. A single impact can cause life-changing injuries, long recoveries, and lost income. Inserra Law Firm protects your rights, deals with insurers, and pursues the maximum compensation while you focus on healing.

Why Choose Inserra Law Firm for Your Bicycle/Pedestrian Case?

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We understand the physics and proof issues unique to bike and foot traffic crashes visibility, right-of-way, and driver attention. Our approach blends aggressive negotiation with clear, compassionate guidance.

  • Millions recovered for injury victims in Florida
  • Trial-ready strategy on every file
  • Direct, 24/7 communication with our team
  • No fees unless we win
  • Learn more in About and review our Case Results

Do You Need a Bicycle/Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Florida?

Insurers often dispute fault, minimize injuries, or argue “sudden dart-out.” We:

Investigate the scene, time of day, visibility, and driver conduct (speeding, distraction, impairment)
Secure evidence fast: 911 audio, dashcams/CCTV, vehicle data, witness statements
Coordinate your medical care and documentation to support full valuation
Map all coverage: at-fault driver policy, UM/UIM, PIP/MedPay when applicable

Understanding Bicycle & Pedestrian Accidents in Fort Lauderdale

Common Scenarios We Handle

  • Crosswalk impacts and failure to yield
  • Right-hook/left-hook crashes with cyclists at intersections
  • Dooring incidents from parked cars
  • Nighttime/low-visibility collisions and hit-and-runs
  • Driveway and parking-lot impacts
  • Speeding or distracted driving (texting/GPS)

Frequent Causes

  • Inattention/distraction, phone use, or navigation apps
  • Speeding and rolling stops
  • Failure to yield at crosswalks or bike lanes
  • Impaired or fatigued driving
  • Poor lookout when turning or opening doors

Who Can Be Liable?

  • Negligent drivers and their insurers
  • Employers (if the at-fault driver was on the job)
  • Municipal or private property owners (dangerous conditions, visibility issues)
  • Vehicle/part manufacturers in rare product-defect scenarios

Florida Law: Your Rights After a Bike/Walking Crash

Comparative Negligence (51% Rule)

You can recover damages if you are less than 51% at fault; your compensation is reduced by your assigned percentage of fault.

Insurance Layers That May Apply

  • At-fault driver liability coverage
  • UM/UIM for the injured person or household (when the at-fault driver is uninsured/underinsured)
  • PIP/MedPay in certain situations (depending on applicable policies)

Key proof: police reports, skid marks, bike/vehicle damage, telematics, video, reflective clothing/lighting, and medical records.

What Is My Case Worth?

Damages You Can Recover

Economic: ER, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, assistive devices, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, future care
Non-Economic: pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, disfigurement and scarring
Property damage: bicycle, helmet, accessories, clothing and gear

Value drivers: injury severity and permanence, work impact, need for surgeries/therapies, and strong objective liability evidence.

Common Injuries in Bicycle & Pedestrian Accidents

  • Fractures (clavicle, wrist, hip), dislocations, soft-tissue injuries
  • TBI/concussion, dizziness, and vestibular disorders
  • Spinal injuries and peripheral nerve damage
  • Lacerations and scarring (face/hands), dental/maxillofacial damage
  • PTSD, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders

What is the legal process?

Our Step-by-Step Legal Process

Free Consultation: timeline, coverage, and medical priorities
Investigation: scene analysis, dynamics experts, video/witness search
Medical & Experts: coordination with trauma, orthopedics, neuro, and functional assessments
Negotiation: evidence-backed claims with future-care projections
Litigation if Needed: we take the case to trial when the offer is unfair

How Insurers Undervalue These Claims (and How We Respond)

  • Blaming the pedestrian/cyclist for “not being visible” → we prove lighting, reflectivity, line of sight, and the driver’s duty of care
  • “Low speed = minor injury” → we counter with clinical course, studies, and expert opinions
  • Early low offers → we include life-care plans and reduced earning capacity to reflect true value

A Guide for a Bicycle/Pedestrian Accident

What to Do After a Bicycle/Pedestrian Accident in Fort Lauderdale

  • Call 911 and obtain the police report even if the driver apologizes
  • Seek immediate medical care and follow the plan (document every visit)
  • Preserve and photograph the bike, helmet, lights/reflectors, clothing, and visible damage
  • Gather driver/witness information and request nearby videos (stores/neighbors)
  • Avoid recorded statements to insurers without legal counsel
  • Keep receipts, work restrictions, medical recommendations, and a symptom diary

Explore related resources: Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, and Blog/Resources.

Results and Success Stories

Proven Results for Our Clients

$525,000 – major injury with surgery (example of advanced valuation)
$245,000 – liability initially denied (favorable settlement)
$100,000 – policy limits despite disputed fault
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The solution you’ve been looking for

How Inserra Law Firm Can Help You

Thorough investigation and evidence preservation (video, telematics, scene)
Coordination with specialists and future-care planning
Maximizing compensation for therapy, surgeries, lost wages, and lasting effects
Close, compassionate representation
No upfront costs we only get paid if we win

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