Bicycle Accident Lawyer
A bicycle accident leaves you with serious injuries, a complicated insurance process, and questions you’ve never had to answer before. The path forward can feel overwhelming.
High Desert Law brings specific and personal knowledge of bicycle crash claims. Before becoming a bike crash attorney, our founder David Rosen was hit by a car while riding his own bike, leaving him with permanent injuries. This was a pivotal moment in his life, and it shapes our firm philosophy as bicycle accident attorneys and personal injury lawyers.
David navigated the injuries, the medical process, and the search for the right attorney firsthand. His experience — understanding what clients truly need to move forward — is the foundation of how we approach every client that comes through our doors.
Bicycle Crash Attorney
Most bicycle crashes happen when a driver fails basic rules of the road. These rules are designed to protect you.
For example, Oregon law requires a driver to yield to a cyclist in a bike lane before turning (ORS 811.050) and to provide at least four feet of safe passing distance (ORS 811.065). A moment of driver inattention — a turn across a bike lane, a too-close pass — can cause catastrophic harm.
Insurers often use ignorance of these rules to push fault onto the cyclist. As your bicycle crash lawyer, we know these statutes and use them to keep the focus where it belongs: on what the driver failed to do.
Bicycle Accident Law Firm
Many cyclists don’t realize that if you carry auto insurance, your policy’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits can often cover your medical bills and lost wages after a crash (ORS 742.520). That coverage exists regardless of who caused the accident.
We help you identify and access every available resource — so nothing stands between you and the way forward.
Bicycle Injury Lawyer
Bicycle crash injuries frequently involve fractures, road rash, head trauma, and spinal damage. What you’ve suffered shapes the full scope of your claim — immediate medical costs, ongoing care, lost wages, and non-economic damages that reflect the real impact on your life.
As your bicycle injury lawyers, we’re by your side for every question and roadblock. You focus on your health. We handle the rest.
The Best Bicycle Accident Lawyer
When you search for the best bicycle accident lawyer, you’re looking for more than someone who understands how Oregon bike crash claims are built. The best bicycle accident law firm means finding the right fit - a guide who truly understands what you’re going through. That sense of confidence in your corner is why we start every conversation by listening to your story. Our first job is to hear you.
We bring a unique perspective to that promise. Dave’s firsthand experience as an injured cyclist is woven into the DNA of our firm and how we guide every bicycle accident case.
A free consultation is the best way to see if our approach is the right fit for you.
Bicycle Accidents FAQs
Do I have a personal injury case after a bicycle accident?
If another party’s negligence caused the crash — a driver who failed to yield, a municipality that left a dangerous road condition, or a vehicle door opened into your path — you likely have a claim. Oregon’s fault-based system allows recovery when you can show the other party was responsible for your injuries.
What should I do after a bicycle accident?
Seek medical attention immediately, even if injuries seem minor. Document the scene and collect driver and witness information if you’re able. Do not give a recorded statement to the other party’s insurance before speaking with an attorney — early statements are routinely used to limit what you can recover.
What damages can I recover in a bike accident lawsuit?
Recoverable damages include medical expenses, lost wages, bicycle repair or replacement, and non-economic damages, which is pain as well as the interference with your everyday life and activities. The severity of your injuries determines the full scope of your claim.
A driver hit me while turning across my bike lane. Who is at fault?
Oregon law requires drivers to yield to cyclists in a bike lane before turning (ORS 811.050). Working with an experienced bicycle crash attorney means those violations become the foundation of your claim.
What should I know about bike lane accident claims in Oregon?
Bike lane accidents follow the same core negligence principles as any bicycle crash — a driver who fails to yield before crossing a bike lane (ORS 811.050) has violated a specific traffic statute, and that violation is the foundation of your claim. The distinction is that bike lane crashes are among the most preventable — and insurers know it. We use Oregon’s specific protections for cyclists to keep fault where it belongs.
Do I need an ebike accident attorney, or does a regular bicycle accident lawyer handle those cases?
An experienced ebike accident attorney handles these cases the same way a self-powered bicycle accident lawyer would — the core questions are the same: who had a duty of care and who breached it? E-bike cases may also raise product liability questions when a mechanical failure or defect contributed to the crash. E-bike classification and speed can also factor in. We handle both dimensions and know which details matter for your specific situation.
Bicycle Accident Settlement Calculator
Most people don’t realize how much difference legal representation makes to a bike accident settlement. Our Bicycle Accident Settlement Calculator is designed to give you a strategic advantage.
It first calculates the net amount you would receive by settling on your own, then determines the total settlement an attorney needs to achieve for you to pocket a better result. This creates a clear financial threshold, empowering you to make a strategic choice about how to best secure the resources needed to get back on the road.
