Call (800) 863-5312 to Speak with Texas Bicycle Accident Lawyers for Free
Texas ranks among the top four deadliest states for cyclists and victims deserve real legal help. If you were hurt in a bike crash caused by someone else, you may have a valid claim for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. At Zinda Law Group, our attorneys build strong cases and fight for maximum recovery. You pay nothing unless we win.
Call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for a free case evaluation with our bike accident attorneys.
Types of Bicycle Accident Cases We Handle
Our attorneys handle the full range of cycling accident cases across the state.
Car vs. Bicycle Collisions
Most serious bike crashes involve a motor vehicle. Our team investigates the crash, collects evidence, and works to hold the at-fault driver accountable. We handle cases involving passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and 18-wheelers.
Bird Scooter and E-Scooter Accidents
Electric scooters like Bird and Lime are common in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and other Texas cities. They offer easy transportation, but they also carry real injury risks. When a scooter rider is hurt by a negligent driver, a defective device, or a road hazard, a personal injury claim may be available.
Liability can fall on the at-fault driver, the scooter company if equipment was defective, or a government entity for road maintenance failures. These cases often involve multiple parties, and our attorneys know how to handle them. Contact us for a free case review.
Hit-and-Run Accidents
When a driver flees after hitting a cyclist, you still have options. Your own auto policy may include uninsured motorist (UM) coverage that applies to hit-and-run bike crashes. See more about hit-and-run accident claims and how our attorneys can help.
Accidents Caused by Road Defects
Cities and counties have a legal duty to maintain safe public roads. When a pothole, broken signal, or bad bike lane causes a crash, the responsible government entity or contractor may be liable. These claims involve notice requirements and shorter deadlines than standard personal injury cases.
Accidents Involving Rideshare and Delivery Drivers
Uber, Lyft, and food delivery drivers are on Texas roads constantly and a growing source of bike accident claims. When one of these drivers causes a crash, questions about which insurance policy applies can get complicated fast. Our attorneys cut through those disputes to get you the compensation you deserve.
Awards and Recognition
Jack Zinda holds a lifetime membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which recognizes attorneys who have secured seven-figure and eight-figure outcomes for catastrophically injured clients. Membership is restricted to the top 1% of attorneys in the country.
Several attorneys on our team have earned recognition from the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and the Trucking Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 10. Our A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau reflects consistent client feedback about the quality of communication and care they received throughout their cases.
AWARDED TO JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDA BY THE NATIONAL TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION (2016-2020) AWARDED TO JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDA (2009, 2011-2012, 2014-2021), & NEIL SOLOMON (2020-2021) AWARDED TO JACK ZINDA (2016-2020) LIFETIME MEMBERS JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDAOur Awards
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What Compensation Can You Recover?
Types of Damages
If another party’s negligence caused your crash, you may be able to recover:
Economic damages:
- Past and future medical costs (emergency care, surgery, rehab, physical therapy)
- Lost wages and future loss of earning capacity
- Bicycle repair or replacement
- Transportation costs to medical appointments
Non-economic damages:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Physical impairment or disfigurement
In cases involving serious misconduct, like a drunk driver, punitive damages may also be available.
Statute of Limitations
Under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003, you have two years from the crash date to file a personal injury lawsuit. Miss that window and you lose your right to recover — no matter how strong your case is. Some exceptions apply for minors or late-discovered injuries. Don’t wait to get legal advice.
Our Case Results
CASE RESULTS
Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents in Texas
Bike crashes are usually caused by someone’s carelessness. Knowing the cause helps identify who is responsible for your injuries.
Distracted Driving
A driver who is texting or adjusting their GPS may not see a cyclist in time to stop. When a distracted driver hits a cyclist, they can be held liable for all resulting injuries. If they were driving for work at the time, their employer may share that liability.
Failure to Yield
Many crashes happen at intersections when drivers don’t give cyclists the right of way. Left-turn collisions and right-hook crashes are two of the most common and most serious. Under Texas law, cyclists on public roads have the same rights as drivers.
Dooring Accidents
A dooring crash happens when someone opens a car door into a cyclist’s path. The sudden impact can throw a rider and cause serious head, shoulder, and wrist injuries. The person who opened the door (and in some cases the vehicle owner) may be held responsible.
Drunk and Drugged Driving
Impaired drivers have slower reactions and worse judgment on the road. Drunk driving is treated as negligence per se under Texas law, meaning the impairment itself establishes fault. That can make your civil claim significantly stronger.
Speeding
A speeding driver has less time to react when a cyclist is nearby. High speeds also increase the severity of injuries when a crash does happen. Speed-related bike accidents occur on both busy city streets and open rural roads.
Unsafe Road Conditions
Potholes, broken pavement, missing signals, and poorly designed bike lanes can all cause a crash. When a government entity fails to maintain safe roads, a premises liability or government negligence claim may apply. These claims have tight deadlines, so acting quickly matters.
Texas Bicycle Laws and Cyclist Rights
Texas law gives cyclists clear protections on the road. Here’s what you should know.
Cyclists Have the Same Rights as Drivers
The Texas Transportation Code states that a person riding a bike on a public road has all the same rights as a vehicle operator. Drivers must share the road and treat cyclists with the same care they’d give another car.
The Three-Foot Passing Rule
Cities like Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, and Houston require drivers to give cyclists at least three feet of clearance when passing. A violation of these local rules can support a negligence claim after a crash.
No Statewide Helmet Requirement for Adults
Texas does not require adult cyclists to wear helmets. Riding without one does not eliminate your right to compensation. Insurance companies may try to use helmet use against you in a claim.
Comparative Fault Rules
Texas uses the “51% bar rule” for personal injury cases. If you were partially at fault, your compensation gets reduced by your percentage of blame, but you can still recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. A Texas personal injury lawyer can fight back against unfair fault assignments by the insurance company.
Common Injuries in Bicycle Accidents
Cyclists have no protection in a crash the way vehicle occupants do. Serious injuries happen fast and often have long-term effects.
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): A strike to the head can cause a concussion or severe TBI with lasting cognitive and physical effects. See brain injury claims.
- Spinal Cord Injuries: Spine damage can cause partial or total paralysis and lifetime medical costs. See our spinal cord injury page.
- Broken Bones: Collarbone, wrist, arm, and leg fractures are common when a rider is thrown. Recovery may require surgery and time away from work.
- Road Rash: Sliding across pavement causes skin injuries that range from mild abrasions to deep lacerations needing skin grafts.
- Internal Injuries: Organ damage from a crash may not be visible at the scene but can become life-threatening if untreated.
- Wrongful Death: When a crash causes a fatality, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim for funeral costs, lost income, and loss of companionship.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
More than one party may owe you compensation after a bike crash. Your attorney’s job is to find all of them.
Negligent Drivers
The driver who caused the crash is the most common liable party. Their insurance is typically the first source of compensation. If they were working at the time, their employer may be liable too.
Government Entities
A dangerous road condition like a pothole, broken signal, or defective bike lane can make a city or county partly responsible for a crash. Government claims in Texas require specific pre-suit notices and have tighter deadlines than standard cases.
Bike or Equipment Manufacturers
If a defect in your bicycle, helmet, or other gear caused or worsened your injuries, the manufacturer may be liable under Texas product liability law. These cases typically need expert analysis of the equipment.
Rideshare and Delivery Companies
If a rideshare or delivery driver was on the clock when they hit you, the company’s commercial insurance may apply on top of the driver’s personal policy. Our attorneys handle the layered insurance disputes these cases involve. See more about rideshare accident claims.
We Serve All of Texas
At Zinda Law Group, our nationwide personal injury attorneys have helped families in every area of Texas, including the following cities:
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- Austin
- Baytown
- Beaumont
- Carrollton
- College Station
- Corpus Christi
- Dallas
- El Paso
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Lubbock
- Midland
- Plano
- Round Rock
- San Antonio
- Temple
- Waco
Our Team Can Help After a Bike Accident
At Zinda Law Group, our bike wreck attorneys have helped thousands of injury victims regain their financial footing after an accident. We can help you seek maximum compensation for medical bills, lost income, property damage, pain and suffering, and much more.
Our firm also believes that bicycle injury victims should never have to worry about their ability to afford superior legal representation. That is why we offer 100% free consultations, and why you will pay nothing unless we secure a favorable settlement, judgment, or verdict for your bike accident case. That’s our No Fee Guarantee.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle crash, call Zinda Law Group today at (866) 271-7836 to receive your free consultation with our Texas bike accident lawyers.
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