Understanding Liability in Bicycle Crash Cases:
Both motorists and cyclists must obey road rules. When a driver’s negligence results in a crash, they (and the vehicle’s owner) are responsible for the bicyclist’s injuries, medical expenses, and financial losses.
Steps to Take After a Bicycle Crash:
- Immediate Medical Attention: Always seek medical help, even for seemingly minor injuries. Injuries from such crashes can be severe and may have long-term effects.
- Document the Crash: Gather contact and insurance details from the involved driver, get witness information, and take photographs of the scene, injuries, and damages.
- Avoid Admissions: Never admit fault or apologize. Avoid making statements without consulting a lawyer.
- Contact Experienced Lawyers: The sooner you engage a firm like Fox Law Firm, the quicker they can investigate and gather evidence, crucial for a strong case.
Insurance Matters in New York:
In New York, the insurance of the vehicle causing the accident usually covers the bicyclist’s medical expenses and lost wages. If a bicyclist’s medical costs exceed the policy limits, the cyclist might access additional coverage through their own auto insurance. Additionally, drivers in New York must have liability coverage that compensates for a bicyclist’s injuries and other damages, which can amount to millions. However, navigating an insurance claim after a serious accident can be complex, and the expertise of lawyers like those at Fox Law Firm can be invaluable.
Timely Action is Essential:
In New York, injured bicyclists have three years from the accident date to take legal action. Consulting a firm like Fox Law Firm promptly can significantly increase the chance of a favorable outcome.
Why Choose Fox Law Firm?
With over forty years of experience, Kevin Fox and Daniel Fox have successfully represented many injured bicyclists in Suffolk County, Long Island, and New York State. They’ve recovered millions in compensation for their clients and work on a contingent fee basis.
Notable Bicycle Accident Verdicts and Settlements
| $2,500,000 | Brain injury sustained when bike rider struck by car |
| $2,500,000 | Neck and back injuries sustained by a bicyclist struck by a car |



