Personal Injury Lawyer for Des Moines Bicycle Accidents

Injured in a bicycle accident in Des Moines? Call an attorney today.

While bicycle riding can be a very enjoyable pastime, it also has its own risks.  Numerous people enjoy bicycle riding throughout Iowa, not only for pleasure, but for commuting as well.  However, children and teenagers make up the largest portion of bicyclists.  Because of the lack of protection on a bicycle, whenever one is involved in an accident while riding one, injuries can be severe.  Thousands of individuals are involved in bicycle accidents yearly and hundreds are killed.  If you or someone you know has been injured in a bicycle accident due to the negligence of another, it is important that you consult with a Des Moines motor vehicle accident lawyer in order to review what your legal options are.

Because bicyclists often travel on the street, sharing it with other vehicles, they are at risk of the negligence of an inattentive driver.  Many of the reasons accidents occur are due, in fact, to inattention on the part of a vehicle driver, as well as speeding, driving under the influence and cell phone use.  Without careful attention to bicyclists on the road, it can be easy to fail to see one, resulting in an accident.  Serious injuries often result from these accidents, including fractures, head injuries, back and spine injuries, road burns, and even death. 

Legal Assistance with Your Bicycle Accident Claim in Cedar Rapids, Mason City or Des Moines

Suffering an injury from a bicycle accident can be traumatic.  Injuries are normally quite severe and require extensive medical care and recovery.  A person may be disabled for a long period of time, being unable to work as a result.  All of these losses must be taken into consideration when preparing your claim.  At McGuire Law Firm, PLC, we have the expertise to fully investigate your loss, ensuring that you are fully compensated for all aspects of your loss.  Our legal team is dedicated to providing you with an aggressive and competent legal representative who will fight to maximize your recovery.  We offer our services throughout Iowa, including Mason City, Davenport, Des Moines and Cedar Rapids.