Bicycle and pedestrian accidents can involve complex liability and insurance issues. To protect your rights to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, disability and other damages, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible.
At the law firm of McCarthy Weisberg Cummings in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, our attorneys have more than 30 years of combined experience standing up for the rights of bicycle and pedestrian accident victims. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and answer your questions.
Pedestrians, Bicycles and Liability
Bicyclists have a legal right to use the right traffic lane unless they impede traffic. However, many drivers do not respect the rights of bicyclists. If you have been injured by a car that passed too close or failed to give you the right of way, our lawyers can help you hold the driver responsible.
While pedestrians are not allowed to use traffic lanes, cars must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, whether the crosswalk is marked or not.
Insurance Issues in Bicycle and Pedestrian Accidents
In Pennsylvania, your no-fault auto insurance covers you in accidents involving motor vehicles, whether you were driving a motor vehicle or not. You may have a choice of coverage under your insurance or the insurance of the driver who hit you.
No-fault insurance covers at least $5,000 in medical bills and lost wages regardless of fault. If your damages are higher, you may be able to sue the driver who hit you.
Contact Our Pennsylvania Bicycle Accident Attorneys
For a free initial consultation with one of our Harrisburg pedestrian accident attorneys, call 717.260.3646 or contact us online. We represent clients in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding cities, including Carlisle.
