Sacramento Bicycle Accident Attorneys

We Represent Injured Bicyclists in Sacramento County

Bicycles are not only fun, they are also a great form of exercise and cost-effective mode of transportation. However, because bicyclists have very little protection, they may suffer serious injuries in an accident even when wearing a helmet, such as broken bones, brain injuries, scars and disfigurement, neck and back injuries, or even death.

At Sac Personal Injury Law Firm, we are aggressive advocates for bicyclists who have been injured or killed due to driver negligence, product defects and dangerous roads. 

As avid bicyclists, we are intimately familiar with the issues affecting bikers. We will be there for you when it matters most. We handle bike accident claims on a contingent fee basis, which means you only pay us when we successfully resolve your case.

Bicycle Accident Statistics

Bicycle accidents are a devastating yet surprisingly common occurrence in the United States. According to data from the United States Department of Transportation:

• Bicyclists make up roughly 2 percent of all annual motor vehicle crash deaths. A total of 857 bicyclists were killed in traffic collisions in the United States in 2021 alone.

• Deaths among bicyclists age 20 and older have tripled since 1975, while child bicycle deaths have seen a decline over the years.

• 61% of bicyclists killed in 2021 were not wearing helmets.

• 79% of bicycle deaths occurred in urban areas in 2021.

• 37% of bicyclist deaths in 2021 occurred at intersections

Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle accidents occur for many reasons, with the most common being dangerous road conditions such as potholes, debris and maintenance problems. Careless or reckless motorists may cause bicycle accidents by opening car doors in a bicyclist's path, turning into bicyclists at intersections or by not taking proper safety precautions around bicyclists. Defective products such as bike frames and handlebars also lead to a number of serious accidents.

Regardless of who caused your injury or loved one's death, we will work hard to help you get the compensation you need for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We will take the time to understand how your injuries have affected your quality of life and pursue compensation that reflects that loss. We will explore all potential avenues of recovery, from your auto insurance and uninsured motorist/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage to the driver's auto insurance, to ensure you get maximum compensation.