According to recent statistics, more than 500,000 people in the United States are affected by bicycle accidents a year.  At a particularly high risk for injuries of this nature are children. Typically, children under the age of 15 years account for an estimated 59% of all bicycle-related injuries seen in United States emergency departments.

According to the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), an estimated 6,205 pedestrians died in traffic-related accidents occurring on public roads.

In 2019, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released data showing that 80% of pedestrian fatalities occurred in urban (versus rural) areas, and that more than 70% of pedestrians killed in traffic accidents were male.

People out for a walk, a jog, or a bike ride become especially vulnerable due to them lacking the same protection and safety that a motor vehicle has to offer.   Pedestrians and bicycle riders can only do so much to avoid getting hit by a motor vehicle.  Nevertheless, insurance companies will relentlessly fight to diminish the value of claims.  This is why having an experienced lawyer on your side is vital.  The attorneys at BERJIS | MYERS, PLC, will be right there with you throughout the entire process, providing you with consummate legal representation and advice.  We will see to it that the compensation that you receive includes future expenses (such as medical treatments, modifying your home, and so on). You don’t need to face this process alone; we are here for you.