Victim Dies After Charlotte Bicycle Accident

In January, a 30-year-old bicyclist died of injuries she suffered after a vehicle struck her in Charlotte's Plaza Midtown neighborhood. The bicycle collision happened near Hamorton Place and Central Avenue. The passenger vehicle approached the intersection, and the bicyclist entered the intersection in front of the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle could not stop in time and collided with the bicyclist, who hit the side of the vehicle and landed on the roadway. Police officers have not yet announced any charges.

Although the bicyclist was alive when law enforcement officers arrived, she was taken to the hospital and later succumbed to her injuries. This recent bicycle fatality has spurred safety advocates to call for safer streets for bicyclists and pedestrians in charlotte. as the city grows, more people are bicycling and walking. Unfortunately, victims continue to be injured and killed in bicycle accidents. Bicyclists and pedestrians should be able to walk and ride in Charlotte without fearing serious injury or death from negligent or distracted drivers.

The steps you take after being injured in a bicycle accident can help or hurt your claim for compensation. The first thing you should do is receive medical help at the emergency room or through your doctor. Follow your doctor's orders and keep all of your documentation. Taking these steps can help you prove the severity of your injuries. The insurance company or defendant may try to claim that you were not as injured as you say you are or that your injuries were pre-existing. The next thing you should do is contact an attorney.

If you have been severely injured, the last thing you need is stress from filing legal paperwork, trying to investigate the accident, and speaking to the insurance company. When you work with Arnold & Smith, PLLC, you can focus on your recovery while we manage your case and handle all negotiations.

Many bicyclists who become injured are not treated fairly by insurance companies. Under North Carolina law, car, bicycle, and pedestrian accident victims have a right to pursue an insurance claim with the at-fault party’s auto insurance company. Remember that the insurance company is mostly interested in making a profit. They may try to begin calling you days are even hours after the accident. They may pressure you into providing them with a recorded statement. They may even make you an offer, hoping you will accept it so they can close your case and save themselves money.

At Arnold & Smith, PLLC, we understand how challenging it can be to deal with insurance companies, especially after you have been seriously injured. We understand their tactics and will not let them take advantage of you and your family. It is imperative that you seek legal counsel before you say anything to an insurance company or sign any settlement offers. Even if it is clear that their insured customer caused your injuries, there are no guarantees, and they may try to use what you say against you to deny your claim. An attorney will be able to help you provide an accurate statement. Your attorney can also handle all communication with the insurance company so you can focus on recovering from your injuries.

At Arnold & Smith, PLLC, we understand your uphill battle. The last thing you need is additional stress from filing paperwork, investigating your case, speaking to witnesses, and handling the insurance company. We will investigate your case and identify which party or parties are at fault. Next, we will determine a legal strategy to obtain the most compensation possible in your case. We will keep you up to date every step of the way.

If you or your loved one has been seriously injured in a bicycle accident in Charlotte, you will benefit from working with a skilled attorney. The experienced litigators at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, have extensive experience negotiating with insurance companies to obtain the most compensation possible for our clients.

When you work with us, you can rest assured that we will handle every aspect of your case from start to finish. We only charge clients once we have successfully obtained compensation for them. If you have questions about your legal options, contact Arnold & Smith, PLLC, today to schedule a free initial consultation and learn more.