Whether you ride for work, fitness, or fun, you have a legal right to share the road. But too often, drivers forget that — and when a car collides with a cyclist, the results can be devastating. If you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident, you may be facing medical bills, lost wages, and serious pain — all because of someone else’s carelessness. And while you may think the situation is straightforward, the legal reality is rarely that simple.

At Murphy Schmitt Hathaway, we’ve spent over 40 years representing injury victims and navigating the complexities of civil litigation. We know how to fight — and win — for cyclists.

Bicyclists Are Vulnerable — Legally and Physically

Unlike drivers, cyclists have no steel frame or airbags to protect them. Even low-speed collisions can cause:

• Traumatic brain injuries (even with a helmet)
• Spinal cord damage
• Broken bones and fractures
• Deep lacerations and permanent scarring
• Long-term mobility issues or emotional trauma

But while your injuries may be clear, liability often isn’t.

Insurance companies and opposing attorneys may try to argue:

• You weren’t following traffic laws
• You were in a blind spot
• You assumed risk by being on the road

This is why you need a legal advocate who understands both the law and the biases cyclists face.

What a Personal Injury Attorney Can Do for You

Cyclists often get blamed — subtly or outright — even when they’ve done nothing wrong. The only way to level the playing field is to bring in a legal team that’s been through this before.

We can:

• Conduct an independent investigation of the crash
• Collect police reports, traffic camera footage, and witness accounts
• Work with medical professionals to document injuries
• Push back on biased narratives and inaccurate assumptions
• Fight for the full compensation you deserve
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Time Matters — Evidence Fades

In any injury case, but especially in bicycle collisions, acting quickly is critical. Skid marks fade. Surveillance footage is deleted. Witnesses move on.

And let’s not forget: the statute of limitations is always ticking. If you wait too long, you could lose your right to file entirely.

The sooner you contact an attorney, the stronger your case will be.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

Depending on your case, you could recover damages for:

• Emergency medical bills and follow-up care
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Lost wages and future income
• Pain and suffering
• Bicycle replacement or repair
• Emotional distress and reduced quality of life

We’ll help you pursue every available avenue for recovery, and we won’t settle for less than what your case is truly worth.

Let Murphy Schmitt Hathaway Help You Get Back on the Road

You’ve already been knocked down — you shouldn’t have to battle the legal system alone.

At Murphy Schmitt Hathaway, we bring compassion, clarity, and over 40 years of hard-earned legal experience to every case we take. We know how to handle insurance companies, challenge biased assumptions,

and fight for cyclists’ rights.