Janesville, Wisconsin Bicycle Accident Lawyer
Complex insurance issues can arise when a person is injured in an accident while riding a scooter, moped or bicycle. Often, these people are hit by underinsured motorists or in hit-and-runs. If this has happened to you, you can make a claim under your auto insurance policy. However, various insurance issues can affect your ability to recover for your losses. As a partner at the law firm of Nowlan & Mouat, LLP, I, Steve Caya, provide comprehensive help to people injured in scooter, moped and bike accidents.
Hurt in a scooter, moped or bicycle accident? Schedule your free initial consultation with me by calling 608-554-4550 or toll free at 1-888-850-4074. You can also submit an online contact form. Evening, weekend and off-site appointments are available.
What happens in the first meeting?
When you speak with me for the first time, I will inform you of your legal rights. I will take a detailed history of the bicycle accident. I will also ask that you bring along any police reports, photos, witness names, insurance information, a log of time missed from work because of the accident and your past medical history. I will gather a lot of information and talk to you about your legal rights under Wisconsin law and the types of compensation available.
When you have retained me as your attorney, I will handle all communication with the insurance companies. In fact, insurance companies can no longer go through the client, and if they do contact you, you can tell them to call me. Many of my injured clients feel immediately relieved by this.
I handle scooter, moped and bicycle accident claims on a contingency fee arrangement. You have no out-of-pocket risk, and I am only paid if recovery is obtained on your behalf.
Seeking Fair Compensation for Your Losses
Scooters, mopeds and bikes are smaller than most other motorized equipment on the road. They can be difficult to see, are often driven by young adults, can easily be chased by dogs, travel at lower speeds and may not always have the best equipment. As an experienced attorney, I can sort through these issues and seek fair compensation for your injuries.
Under the Moped Act in Wisconsin, an insurance company cannot use the fact that you were not wearing a helmet to reduce your recovery. While it is advisable to help prevent head injury, it cannot be used against you in an injury claim.
Contact me today to arrange your free initial consultation if you or your loved one has been injured.
