Thorough Support After Bicycle And Pedestrian Accidents
At Shepherd & Long in Blount County, we recognize the increasing risks that cyclists and pedestrians face on our streets due to rising traffic congestion and distracted driving. Bicycle and pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries, leaving victims overwhelmed and with heavy medical bills and other expenses. Our skilled bicycle and pedestrian accident attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience in Tennessee, fighting to ensure accident victims receive the compensation and support necessary for their recovery. With a deep understanding of traffic laws and a commitment to advocacy, we provide the legal guidance needed to navigate these challenging situations.
What Are My Rights After An Accident?
In Tennessee, bicycles and bicyclists are considered vehicles. This means they have full rights on roads and are also subject to the same rules and regulations as motor vehicles. Pedestrians have the right of way at all intersections and driveways and drivers must yield to pedestrians at crosswalks. However, pedestrians still have to act responsibly by using pedestrian signals and sidewalks when available. This also means that both bicyclists and pedestrians are entitled to compensation and can file personal injury claims when injured in accidents with cars and other motor vehicles. Bicyclists and pedestrians may also file lawsuits if other bicyclists crash into them.
An important part of these lawsuits, whether against bicyclists or motor vehicle drivers, is determining negligence. In Tennessee and many other states, negligence is the failure to take proper care in doing something, resulting in harm to another person, and it is usually determined by causation, damages and whether or not there was a breach of duty of care. An attorney from our firm can give you more information about the factor of negligence in your case.
Seek Help From Our Personal Injury Attorneys
Our attorneys can help you ensure you get fully compensated for an accident while walking or bicycling. We can help you recover and get what you need to cover medical bills, lost wages and other expenses related to an accident. Our Maryville personal injury attorneys are thoroughly experienced and skilled in and out of court, so you can feel confident in your case and your recovery.
If you’re trying to navigate a personal injury claim from a pedestrian or bicycle accident, turn to us. We’re here to help. You can use our online contact form or call 865-383-3118 to get in touch and set up an initial appointment.