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Cheyenne Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Cyclists can experience devasting pain and suffering after a bike accident. If that is you, The Advocates are bicycle accident lawyers who can help secure fair compensation for your injuries.

A Bike Accident Attorney Can Help Your Case 

In a world dominated by cars, biking is a bold move. The benefits are immense, from better health to lower commuting costs, but the downsides can be deadly. A bike accident, especially when a vehicle is involved, can leave accident victims with high medical bills, stress from processing a personal injury claim, and a desperate need for financial compensation.  

The Advocates are bicycle accident attorneys with years of experience dealing with personal injury cases. Our law firm has helped thousands of accident victims suffering from the fallout of car accidents, bike accidents, and nearly every other type of personal injury.   

There is nothing more important for us than the client relationship. Your well-being is the core of what we do. We are trial lawyers ready to take your claim to the courts if necessary.  

Leave the legal side to us. After a bike accident, you should focus on your recovery. The Advocates is a personal injury law firm ready to help our local Wyomingites recover, get back on that bike seat, and start cruising the roads of our beautiful state.   

The Next Steps in Your Wyoming Bike Accident Case

Injury

Immediately after your accident, check for injuries

Hire Attorney

Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery

Property Damage

Get the damage on your bike assessed and repaired

Treatment

Seek medical treatment as soon as you can

Finish Treatment

Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records

Demand

Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party

Frequently Asked Questions

You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.  

Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.  

Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.  

For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.

If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.  

Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. 

The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. 

Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.  

In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to several years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.  

When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.  

In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator. 

A Team of Bicycle Accident Professionals Assigned to Your Case   

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.   

We can help you:  

  • Understand the claims process  
  • Investigate your accident  
  • Work together with you towards a full resolution of your injuries  
  • Negotiate with insurance adjusters  
  • Obtain a settlement or judgment against the at-fault party 

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A deep dive on bike accidents in Wyoming

National data on bicyclist fatalities  

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety published some telling data on bicycle crashes. While this is national data, it is still good for residents of Wyoming to know:  

  • Bicyclists’ deaths have increased by 75% since 2010.  
  • Men are much more likely to die in a bike crash compared to women.   
  • 62% of bicyclists killed in 2022 were not wearing helmets.  
  • 2022 saw the highest number of bicyclists killed in traffic accidents ever recorded.  
  • Each year, cyclists account for 2% of motor vehicle accident deaths.  
  • 34% of bicyclist deaths occurred at intersections.   
  • 64% of deaths occurred on major roads other than interstates and freeways. 31% occurred on minor roads. 

Bike crashes in Wyoming  

Data on bike accidents in Wyoming is sparse. However, statistics are not needed to know that certain qualities of this state create a high potential for serious accidents. Here are some of them:  

  • Biking infrastructure: Wyoming scored an F for biking infrastructure and funding. Biker-only lanes are uncommon. Cyclists must share the road with vehicles, thus increasing the potential for accidents. This struggle only increases on rural, unpaved roads.  
  • Slow emergency services: Emergency services do their best when responding to calls in rural areas. Despite their honorable efforts, they will inevitably be slower to respond in rural areas than in cities like Cheyenne and Cody.   
  • Unstable weather: It is hard to pinpoint what any Wyoming season will bring. Fall may bring whipping winds and massive snowfall, while cyclists in the summer might experience impenetrable wildfire smoke.
A snowy, slushy walkway presents a risk for slip and fall injuries
Car side swipes a bicyclist

Common causes of bicycle accidents  

From neglected potholes to distracted driving, our law office has seen all sorts of reasons why our clients have sustained bicycle injuries. The most common are:  

  • Dooring: You are riding next to a line of cars parked along a road, and then—BAM—a motorist opens their door right on your path.   
  • Distracted driving: Smartphones have stolen people’s attention, even in circumstances like driving that require 100% concentration. Besides phones, drivers are also distracted by eating, chatting with others in the car, or other events happening on the road.  
  • Poor visibility: Sometimes, drivers simply do not see a cyclist before hitting them. It might be because it is night and the biker is not wearing reflective gear, or there is so much smoke in the air that a driver cannot see more than the immediate road around them.  
  • Drunk driving: Wyoming’s DUI-related arrests are the third highest in the country. More drunk drivers on the roads mean more dangers for cyclists. 

Common bicycle accident injuries  

  • Lacerations and bruising  
  • Broken or missing teeth  
  • Ligament tears or strains  
  • Broken bones  
  • Scarring and disfigurement  
  • Spinal cord injuries  
  • Traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries  
  • Wrongful death of a loved one
Road cyclist bikes down a lonely road

Personal Injury Law in Wyoming

Medical bill from the hospital, concept of rising medical cost.

What damages can you seek in a bicycle accident case?  

It is hard to say what damages you can seek in your case. Some people get in truck accidents; others get bitten by a dog — every situation demands different types of compensation.

Generally, these are the types of damages a personal injury lawyer will help you seek:  

  • Medical expenses  
  • Lost wages  
  • Loss of future earning capacity  
  • Property damage   
  • Non-economic damages like psychological trauma  
  • Funeral and burial costs in the case of a wrongful death of a loved one

Is there a time limit for filing a biking accident claim?  

Yes.  

In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for personal injuries is four years. The process of getting your fair compensation is not fast, which is why our legal advice is to quickly start your case.  

Patient talks to therapist

Determining responsibility for the accident 

Responsibility for the claim must be established before any claim can begin. Wyoming uses modified comparative negligence for personal injury and property damage lawsuits. Fault is assigned as a percentage. You cannot file a claim if you are more than 51% responsible for the accident. Imagine you run a red light through an intersection on your bike and get struck by a car that had a green light. In this case, you will likely be assigned the majority of the fault for the case and, therefore, cannot sue.   

You might be assigned 25% of the blame. If your fault is under 51%, you can still file a claim, but your final settlement will be reduced by the percentage of your fault—in this example, the compensation you receive from the accident will be 75% of the final settlement. 

The steps to take after a bicycle accident  

  • Ensure safety  
  • Check for injuries   
  • Call emergency services and obtain a police report as soon as you can  
  • Gather names, contact information, and insurance information of the other parties involved in the accident  
  • Get information from witnesses  
  • Document the scene by taking pictures  
  • Seek medical attention  
  • Report the accident to your insurance  
  • Consult an Advocate personal injury lawyer  
  • Keep records of everything related to the accident, from medical bills to communications
Female Patient Being Reassured By Doctor In Hospital Room

When Should I Hire a Cheyenne Bicycle Accident Attorney?

A bicycle accident claim can be complex and take quite a while. The legal process is by no means quick. Processing cases takes equal parts patience and expertise.  

The Advocates have both those qualities in spades. 

Everyone who walks through our door is a human being who deserves justice for their accident. For you, that might mean you need to be reimbursed for property damage, get access to medical care, or receive a settlement that gives you the financial buffer you need while you recover.  

Whatever your case is, The Advocates are here to help. We understand the immense stress and pain that can come from a bicycle accident. Our goal is to lessen your burden by offering sound legal representation. You deserve it. You deserve an Advocate.

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