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Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrians and cyclists have little protection when they are struck by a vehicle. Even when fault is disputed, an injured pedestrian or cyclist may still have a claim worth evaluating.
Connecticut Pedestrian and Bicycle Claims
A person on foot or on a bicycle has no vehicle around them, so the injuries from being struck tend to be more serious than they would be in a collision between two vehicles.
These claims usually turn on how the incident happened: where each party was, what each could see, and what the evidence shows about the moments before the impact.
When Fault Is Disputed
Fault is not always agreed. A driver or an insurance company may argue that the pedestrian or cyclist stepped out unexpectedly, was outside a crosswalk, or was difficult to see.
Even when fault is disputed, an injured pedestrian or cyclist may still have a claim worth evaluating. Whether another party is legally responsible depends on the specific facts and available evidence.
What Compensation May Be Available
Depending on the circumstances, a claim may seek compensation for medical treatment, lost income, reduced earning capacity, and the effects of the injury on daily life. Where the driver carries limited coverage, other coverage may also be available depending on the policies involved.
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Connecticut Deadlines Are Strict
The earlier we get involved, the more we can protect.
Personal injury claims have deadlines, and important evidence can disappear long before those deadlines arrive. Early investigation gives us a better opportunity to preserve evidence, speak with witnesses, and protect your claim before the insurance company shapes the narrative.
- Witnesses Forget. Memories fade, witnesses move, and people become harder to reach as time passes.
- Video Can Disappear. Surveillance, traffic-camera, dash-cam, and other digital evidence may be deleted or overwritten if it is not preserved quickly.
- Early Statements Matter. What you say to an insurance company early in the claim can affect how it evaluates the case later.
- Medical Documentation Matters. Delays or significant gaps in treatment may become issues the insurance company raises when evaluating your injuries.