From busy corridors like Columbia Pike and Wilson Boulevard to bike-heavy areas near Clarendon, Ballston, and the Mount Vernon Trail, bicycle accidents in Arlington can happen in places riders use every day. A single collision with a distracted driver can leave cyclists facing painful injuries, mounting medical bills, and weeks or months away from work. Our Arlington, VA bicycle accident lawyers at Regan Zambri Long can help you pursue compensation and hold the at-fault party accountable. We bring almost 200 years of combined experience to serious injury cases and have achieved over $1 billion in recoveries for personal injury victims across Virginia, DC, and Maryland.
Bicycle accidents can be some of the most devastating and severe types of accidents because bicycles offer riders little to no protection. Even when wearing a helmet, bicycle accidents can cause severe and life-threatening injuries. These types of accidents can cause significant pain and suffering, and possible lifetime disability.
If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Arlington, Virginia, contact Regan Zambri Long today. One of our attorneys will personally reach out for a free consultation. We’re available 24/7, and charge no fees unless we win your case.
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A bicycle accident lawyer will bring experience and resources to your personal injury case. Our firm offers FREE consultations, and you can call or message today to schedule a meeting. When you meet with a potential lawyer and consider whether you need to hire an Arlington, VA personal injury attorney, you should make several considerations.
First, independently negotiating with insurance companies is risky. Often cyclists try to handle their injury cases on their own. This involves negotiating with insurance companies, which can be a hassle. Insurance companies are notoriously difficult to negotiate with and it is their job to settle and pay out as little as possible.
Second, having a lawyer will help you maximize your legal rights. Your lawyer can coach you on what not to say, what to say, and how to say it when you are discussing your accident with police, investigators, or insurance companies. Lawyers are trained to know the law and to know what you should avoid saying that could inadvertently make it appear that you were at fault or contributed to the accident.
Third, bicycle injuries can be severe and can result in lifetime issues. When injuries are especially severe, it is more important than ever to have good legal representation to ensure that you recover the maximum amount of money to compensate you, not only for your past pain, suffering, and medical bills, but for any issues that could arise out of the accident in the future.
If you or a loved one was injured in a bicycle accident in Arlington, Virginia, or the surrounding areas, our experienced team of professionals can help coach you through the legal process. Our firm has significant experience representing injured cyclists, and we will diligently fight for the compensation you deserve. Hiring an experienced Arlington bicycle accident attorney will take the burden of proving your case off your shoulders. Our team of lawyers will build your case and gather all the evidence necessary to secure the financial compensation you are entitled to.
Some of the most common causes of bicycle accidents include:
Arlington County crash data also shows how often local bicycle accidents involve turning vehicles and intersections. In 2023 alone, there were 52 bicycle accidents involving crashes with motor vehicles in Arlington County, three of which resulted in severe injuries. Two included vehicles turning right at stop-controlled intersections, and one included a vehicle turning left at a signalized intersection.
That pattern fits Arlington’s broader bicycle crash data. Between 2020 and 2024, 80% of bicycle crashes occurred at intersections, and more than two-thirds of bicyclist intersection crashes were angle crashes. These crashes likely involved a bicyclist and a car turning right at an intersection before colliding at an angle.
Across the same 2020 to 2024 period, Arlington recorded 202 bicycle crashes. None of those crashes resulted in a bicyclist death, although severe injury crashes still accounted for 6% to 12% of annual bicycle crashes, and visible injury crashes accounted for 75% to 85%. Arlington’s data also shows that 131 of the 202 bicycle crashes, or 65%, occurred on a roadway with a bike facility.
A bike accident can affect every aspect of your life, especially when injuries are severe or will continue for your lifetime. We seek to obtain bicycle accident settlements and awards that include damages for:
If the bicycle accident results in a fatality, the cyclist’s family may file a wrongful death action and can recover damages for the loss of companionship of the loved one.
Hiring a bicycle accident attorney will take the burden of investigating your accident, determining liability, negotiating with insurance companies, and even going to trial off of your shoulders. At Regan Zambri Long, we pride ourselves in providing our clients with:
You have many options when choosing which firm should represent you, so you should choose a firm that you are comfortable with. A bicycle accident lawyer will have the experience to negotiate the settlement you deserve and will not let you be taken advantage of.
At Regan Zambri Long, our clients are our top priority. Our team of attorneys will fight for the amount you are entitled to. Our law firm works on a contingency fee basis. We will not charge you for legal services until after we have secured your financial compensation. If we cannot recover compensation on your behalf, we will waive all fees.
If you are looking for a bicycle accident attorney in Arlington, VA, you can call 202-960-4596 today to schedule a consultation free of charge.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that nearly 1,000 bicyclists die and over 130,000 are injured in crashes in the United States every year. The Federal Highway Administration (FHA) says that bicycle trips make up only 1% of all trips in the United States; however, bicyclists account for over 2 percent of people who die in a crash involving a motor vehicle on roads nationwide.
Bicycle accidents are so dangerous because the bicycle itself offers no physical protection. Some minor injuries in biking accidents are scrapes and bruises. More severe injuries include:
In regard to head and brain injuries, it is important to always wear a helmet. Bicycle helmets reduce the risk of head and brain injuries in the event of a crash. A helmet is the most important safety equipment a cyclist wears. Though Virginia does not have a state bicycle helmet law, Arlington requires all bicyclists aged 14 and younger to wear approved bicycle helmets. Additionally, bicyclists riding class 3 electric power-assisted bicycles must wear a helmet.
If you want to know whether your failure to wear a helmet will hinder your bicycle accident claim, an attorney can speak with you at a free consultation and discuss your options.
According to §8.01-243, Virginia has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, which includes bicycle accidents. You have two years from the date of the accident to file your claim.
Victims of a bicycle accident will naturally want to know how much money they can recover in a lawsuit, but this is a difficult question to answer. After sitting down with a lawyer and discussing your claim, you will most likely be given a more specific number.
Some of the factors that will affect the compensation you are entitled to are:
You should bring any relevant information you have about your accident. If you have any pictures of the accident scene, contact information for eyewitnesses, any information about the police report or a copy of the report, copies of the receipts for your medical expenses, and information from your employer about lost wages.
The more information you can bring to your consultation, the better your lawyer can anticipate what your compensation may be and the timeline for your case. Don’t worry if you don’t have this information yet, but certainly bring it to your consultation if you do.
If you were involved in a bicycle accident in Arlington, VA, our personal injury lawyers are here to help. Contact a bicycle accident lawyer today to schedule a free consultation.
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