Bicycle Accident Lawyer in Boynton Beach, Florida
Boynton Beach’s warm weather and coastal location make it popular for cycling, but sharing the road with cars puts cyclists at serious risk. When a vehicle strikes a bicycle, the rider has no protection and often suffers devastating injuries. If you were hit while cycling in Boynton Beach, our experienced bicycle accident attorneys can help you recover compensation.
Common Bicycle Accident Locations in Boynton Beach
Federal Highway (US-1)
Heavy traffic on Federal Highway creates dangerous conditions for cyclists. Drivers often fail to give cyclists adequate space when passing or turning.
Ocean Avenue to Beach Areas
Tourists and recreational cyclists using Ocean Avenue face risks from drivers unfamiliar with local traffic patterns and distracted by beach scenery.
Congress Avenue
Wide lanes and high-speed traffic on Congress Avenue make cycling dangerous. Right-hook accidents at shopping center entrances are common.
Residential Neighborhoods
Cyclists using neighborhood streets for recreation or commuting face risks from inattentive drivers backing out of driveways or speeding through stop signs.
Bike Lanes and Shared Roadways
Even designated bike lanes don’t guarantee safety. Drivers drift into bike lanes, park in them, or open car doors into cyclists’ paths.
Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
- Right Hook Accidents – Vehicles turning right in front of cyclists traveling straight
- Left Cross Accidents – Cars turning left across a cyclist’s path
- Dooring – Parked car doors opening into cyclists’ paths
- Rear-End Collisions – Distracted drivers striking cyclists from behind
- Failure to Yield – Drivers not giving cyclists right-of-way at intersections
- Unsafe Passing – Vehicles passing too close without required 3-foot clearance
- Road Rage – Aggressive drivers intentionally endangering cyclists
Florida Bicycle Laws
3-Foot Passing Rule
Florida law (Florida Statutes Section 316.083) requires drivers to give cyclists at least 3 feet of clearance when passing. Violations causing accidents can establish driver negligence. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides additional bicycle safety guidelines.
Cyclist Rights and Responsibilities
Bicycles have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles under Florida law. Cyclists must:
- Obey traffic signals and signs
- Use bike lanes where available
- Ride with traffic, not against it
- Use lights at night
Helmet Laws
Florida requires helmets only for cyclists under 16. However, insurance companies will try to blame you for not wearing a helmet even when not legally required. We counter these arguments.
Severe Bicycle Accident Injuries
Cyclists struck by vehicles often suffer catastrophic injuries:
- Traumatic brain injuries, even with helmets
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Road rash requiring skin grafts
- Broken bones and fractures (collarbone, arms, legs, ribs)
- Internal injuries and organ damage
- Facial injuries and dental damage
- Wrongful death
Compensation for Bicycle Accident Victims
We recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses (ER treatment, surgeries, rehabilitation, therapy)
- Bicycle repair or replacement costs
- Damaged cycling gear and equipment
- Lost wages during recovery
- Permanent disability and scarring
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of cycling and activities
What to Do After a Bicycle Accident
- Call 911 for emergency medical help
- Stay at the scene if possible
- Get driver’s information (name, insurance, license plate)
- Take photos of vehicle, bicycle damage, scene, and injuries
- Get witness contact information
- Do not admit fault or apologize
- Seek medical treatment immediately
- Preserve your damaged bicycle and gear as evidence
- Contact our office at (561) 266-9191 before talking to insurance
Related Legal Services
Our Boynton Beach personal injury practice also handles pedestrian accident cases, car accidents, motorcycle crashes, and wrongful death claims. Visit our Boynton Beach office for a free consultation.
Insurance Coverage for Bicycle Accidents
Driver’s Liability Insurance
The at-fault driver’s bodily injury liability coverage should pay for your injuries. However, many Florida drivers lack this coverage.
Your Auto Insurance
Even though you weren’t in a car, your own auto insurance may cover you:
- Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage
- Medical payments coverage
- Personal injury protection (PIP)
Fighting Insurance Company Tactics
Insurance companies often blame cyclists to avoid paying claims. Common tactics include:
- Claiming you weren’t visible or wearing bright colors
- Alleging you swerved into traffic
- Saying you weren’t wearing a helmet (even when not required)
- Arguing you were riding recklessly
- Claiming you violated traffic laws
Our attorneys counter these defenses with accident reconstruction, witness testimony, and Florida cycling laws.
Why Choose Our Boynton Beach Bicycle Accident Lawyers?
- 60+ years combined experience with Florida bicycle accident law
- Local Boynton Beach office at 1501 Corporate Drive, Suite 100 #A20
- We understand cyclist rights and anti-cyclist bias
- Proven track record recovering millions for injured cyclists
- No fees unless we win your case
- Free consultation
Contact Our Boynton Beach Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Call (561) 266-9191 now for a free consultation.
Boynton Beach Office:
1501 Corporate Drive, Suite 100 #A20
Boynton Beach, Florida 33426
We serve bicycle accident victims throughout South Florida with offices in Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Wellington, Palm Beach Gardens, and Boca Raton.
