Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Accident Lawyer Near Boston

A Select Caseload With Direct Attorney Involvement

A serious bicycle injury claim may involve disputed crash mechanics, multiple insurance policies, extensive medical treatment, and time away from work. Identifying who was responsible and documenting the full extent of the losses often requires careful investigation.

Founded in 2004, The Lennon Law Firm represents people who have suffered severe bodily injuries because of another party’s negligence. We maintain a limited and select caseload, and our attorney works directly on every case we accept. Depending on the circumstances, we can pursue a claim through negotiation, litigation, or trial.

Call (617) 237-6351 to discuss your Boston bicycle accident claim directly with our attorney.

Who May Be Responsible for a Boston Bicycle Crash?

Responsibility may rest with a driver, commercial vehicle operator, rideshare driver, product manufacturer, or another party. Road design, traffic controls, construction zones, and hazardous surface conditions may also require investigation.

Common bicycle accident scenarios include:

Dooring collisions: A driver or passenger opens a vehicle door into a cyclist’s path.
Turning collisions: A vehicle makes a right or left turn across the cyclist’s direction of travel.
Intersection crashes: A road user fails to yield or disregards a traffic signal.
Unsafe vehicle movements: A distracted driver changes lanes, passes too closely, or enters a bicycle lane.
Commercial vehicle crashes: A delivery truck or other company vehicle strikes a cyclist.
Hit-and-run collisions: A driver leaves without providing identifying or insurance information.

Photographs, surveillance or dashboard video, police reports, witness accounts, damage to the vehicle and bicycle, roadway conditions, traffic-control information, and medical records may help establish what happened. Video can be overwritten, and physical conditions can change quickly, making early evidence preservation important.

Injuries & Compensation After a Bicycle Collision

A cyclist has little protection from the force of an impact. Common injuries include traumatic brain injuries, concussions, spinal damage, fractures, internal injuries, shoulder injuries, facial trauma, road rash, and permanent scarring. Some symptoms, particularly those associated with head injuries, may not appear immediately.

Depending on the facts and applicable law, a claim may address medical treatment, rehabilitation, lost income, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, property damage, and supported future losses. If a crash is fatal, eligible surviving family members may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim.

Direct Attorney Involvement From Investigation Through Trial

We begin by examining how the crash occurred, what evidence is available, which parties may be responsible, and how the injuries have affected the client’s health, work, and finances. Our attorney then develops a strategy tailored to those circumstances rather than applying the same approach to every insurance claim.

Our work may include identifying potential defendants, preserving time-sensitive records, assessing available insurance coverage, documenting losses, and handling communications with insurers. Clients have direct access to our attorney throughout the representation and receive timely updates about their cases.

Some claims can be resolved through negotiation. Others require litigation to address disputed responsibility, comparative negligence allegations, insurance coverage, or the extent of the cyclist’s losses. We don’t accept less than we believe a case is worth simply to avoid trial.

Massachusetts Bicycle Laws That May Affect Your Claim

Massachusetts law generally permits cyclists to use public ways, subject to statutory exceptions and applicable traffic regulations. Responsibility for a crash can depend on the conduct of each road user as well as roadway and traffic conditions.

Massachusetts follows a modified comparative negligence rule. An injured person’s damages are reduced in proportion to that person’s share of fault. Recovery is generally barred only when that share is greater than the combined negligence attributed to the defendants.

Other legal considerations may include:

Helmet requirements: Operators and passengers age 16 or younger generally must wear approved helmets. A violation of this requirement can’t be used as evidence of contributory negligence in a civil action.
Crash reporting: State law requires a report to the police department in the city or town where a bicycle accident caused personal injury or more than $100 in property damage.
Filing deadlines: The general Massachusetts limitations period for personal injury tort actions is three years, but exceptions and claim-specific notice requirements may apply.

The applicable deadline may depend on the potential defendant, the legal theory, and other circumstances. Delaying an investigation can also make witnesses harder to locate and allow video or physical evidence to disappear.

What Sets The Lennon Law Firm Apart?

Focused on Your Goals. Committed to Your Success.
From the initial consultation to the resolution of your case, our priority is achieving your objectives through strategic, results-driven advocacy.
Decades of Experience. A Track Record of Success.
With years of practice and a dedication to excellence, our firm delivers reliable representation backed by a history of client satisfaction and favorable outcomes.
Customized Solutions, Exceptional Results
We understand that no two legal matters are the same. That’s why we tailor our services to meet your specific needs, ensuring personalized attention every step of the way.
Start with Confidence – Free Consultations Available
We offer complimentary consultations to discuss your case, so you can understand your legal options without any upfront commitment.

No Legal Fee Unless We Recover Compensation

We accept cases on a contingency basis, so you don’t pay a legal fee unless we recover compensation for you. We also offer complimentary in-person or virtual consultations, giving you an opportunity to discuss the crash and potential legal options without an upfront fee.

Steps to Take After a Boston Bicycle Accident

Your health comes first. Seek prompt medical evaluation after a crash, even if pain, dizziness, confusion, or other symptoms initially seem minor or develop later.

When circumstances allow, consider taking these steps:

Report the collision when required and obtain any available incident documentation.
Preserve photographs, witness details, damaged clothing, bicycle components, and relevant video or electronic records.
Keep records of medical care, missed work, expenses, insurance communications, and damaged equipment.
Avoid accepting a settlement before you understand your injuries, losses, and available coverage.
Consider obtaining legal guidance before giving an insurer a recorded statement.

Discuss Your Claim Directly With Our Attorney

Our limited caseload allows us to evaluate each client’s circumstances individually and prepare a claim for negotiation, litigation, or trial when appropriate. Contact us to request a free consultation about the crash, your injuries, insurance communications, and possible next steps.

Call (617) 237-6351 to speak with The Lennon Law Firm about a bicycle injury claim near Boston.

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