Bicycle Accidents Attorneys: Accidents can be traumatizing, this is why you must rely on a bicycle accident lawyer who has the knowledge and experience to make the situation less stressful. At Gill & Chamas, we act as your advocate, making sure your rights are fully protected after a bicycle accident. If you or your loved one has been injured by others’ carelessness or disregard for safety, you may be entitled to seek compensation to cover your losses. As a cyclist, you maintain the same rights as every other motor vehicle on the road.
Here at the Law Offices of Gill and Chamas we have recovered multiple seven figure settlements for your clients who have been injured in a bicycle accidents. One these cases includes a boy who suffered multiple serious injuries when he was hit by a car while riding his bike. The plaintiff was on his way home from school when he was struck by a car. The defendant was taking someone to the airport and suffered a heart attack while driving. This caused him to drive up onto the sidewalk striking the boy on his bike and the car continued to pass through a gas station hitting a parked car before coming to a stop.
The plaintiff suffered numerous injuries including significant arm and leg injuries due to the accident. Specifically, he suffered fractures of the left tibia, fibula, femur and patella, and right humorous, as well as a clavicle fracture and a de-gloving injury of the lower left leg. He was required to undergo numerous surgeries and needed skin grafting on his left leg. The case was settled for $1.95 million. The boys bicycle accident attorney was Peter Chamas of Gill and Chamas in Woodbridge.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a cycling accident due to someone else’s negligence contact the personal injury attorneys at Gill and Chamas today for a free consultation (732) 324-7600.