Pedestrian / Bicycle Accidents

When a vehicle leaves the roadway and strikes a pedestrian or cyclist the pedestrian is entitled to no-fault benefits from the offending vehicles insurance company (lost wage payments, medical benefits, travel reimbursement, household help, etc.) Depending on the severity of the injuries, our bicycle accident attorneys, Barbera and McElhone, P.C. can successfully pursue a claim for a large cash settlement against the motor vehicle for the pain and suffering experienced by the pedestrian or cyclist.

Even if the accident occurs on the road surface, both a no-fault and a personal injury claim can be brought against the offending vehicle. Drivers have a duty to use reasonable care, and unless the case is a “dart-out”, often times the striking of a pedestrian or cyclist in the roadway is found to be partially or totally the cars fault. Contact us by e-mail or call: 631-473-5100 to schedule an appointment if you’ve been in an accident involving a motor vehicle where you were injured.