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- Last Updated On November 23, 2024
What This Page Covers:
- Common Injuries: E-bikes are popular in Texas but can lead to severe injuries, including head trauma, broken bones, and spinal cord damage.
- Damages: Victims of e-bike accidents may recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, physical pain, inconvenience, and emotional distress, even if partially at fault, under Texas’ comparative negligence rule.
- How a Lawyer Can Help: A lawyer can help by investigating the accident, collecting evidence, and negotiating with insurance companies to ensure fair compensation for your injuries.
- Why Butler Injury Law: Butler Injury Law offers personalized, expert legal support, helping Texas e-bike accident victims secure the compensation they deserve while they focus on recovery.
E-bikes have risen in popularity in Texas due to their convenience, environmental benefits, and versatility. While they can be a cost-effective and eco-friendly option to commute or get around your city, they can also be dangerous. Due to riders’ high risk of suffering serious injuries in accidents, it is crucial to understand the importance of e-bike safety and how to protect your rights. If you have suffered injuries, such as head trauma, broken bones, spinal cord injury, or soft tissue injury, Butler Injury Law is here to help.
With years of experience handling all types of complex personal injury cases, you can trust us to protect your rights and handle every aspect of your claim so you can focus on recovery. We have helped hundreds of clients navigate the complexities of the legal process, providing personalized services tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. This commitment to excellence allows you to make the best decisions for your future while increasing your chance of securing justice for your e-bike injuries.
4 Common E-Bike Injuries
Even if you wear protective gear, such as helmets or padding, you may still suffer injuries in an e-bike accident. Due to the lack of protections that e-bike riders have compared to motorists, these crashes can cause serious harm, including the following common types of injuries:
- Head injuries: Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) occur when a sudden, external, physical impact on the head or body damages the brain. One of the most common types of head injuries e-bike riders face is concussions, which temporarily affect brain function.
- Spinal cord injuries: Blunt forces from a crash, or being thrown off an e-bike onto the curb or pavement can cause serious spinal cord injuries. These can have a long-term impact on your life, causing pain, loss of sensation and movement, and other problems.
- Broken bones: When riding an e-bike, many body parts are exposed and vulnerable to injuries, including your arms, legs, and face. Many cyclists also extend their arms to try to break their fall, which may cause collarbone fractures.
- Soft tissue injuries: Soft tissue injuries are damage to the muscles, ligaments, or tendons throughout the body, such as sprains, strains, and bruising. They may require physical therapy, medications, and other treatments, like surgery, to heal.
Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may need long-term treatment that can leave you out of school or work. At Butler Injury Law, we understand your injuries’ impact on your life, so we take your legal burdens off your shoulders and consider every factor to ensure your claim’s value is accurately calculated.
What Damages May You Recover for Your E-Bike Injuries?
If you have suffered injuries in a Texas e-bike accident due to another party’s negligence, you should not have to pay for your medical bills and other costs associated with your injury. With the help of an experienced lawyer, you may recover damages for your losses, including the following:
- Past, present, and future medical bills
- Lost wages from missed work
- Loss of earning capacity in the future
- Caregiving services
- Home modifications
- Prescribed medications
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Reduced quality of life
In some e-bike accident cases, multiple parties may share fault. However, if you were partially responsible for your e-bike crash, you may still recover damages with Texas’ modified comparative negligence rule. With this system, each party receives a percentage of the fault, which gets deducted from their respective damages. Those over 50% responsible for an accident cannot collect any damages.
For example, if you are 20% at fault, your compensation will be reduced by 20%. At Butler Injury Law, we understand this system and how to prevent insurance companies from unfairly blaming you for the accident so that you receive a fair settlement.
How Can a Lawyer Help With Your Texas E-Bike Injury Claim?
The aftermath of an e-bike accident can be overwhelming, and you may feel unsure where to start in pursuing justice. With the help of a trusted Texas e-bike lawyer, you do not have to handle the legal process alone.
Butler Injury Law provides unmatched comprehensive support and handles every aspect of your claim, including the following:
- Conducting a thorough investigation of the accident
- Collecting and reviewing evidence, such as medical records, witness testimony, video footage, and the police report
- Interviewing witnesses
- Answering your legal questions
- Utilizing resources, such as accident reconstructionists, to strengthen your claim
- Accurately analyzing calculating your claim’s value, based on the unique impact your injuries have had on your day-to-day life
- Negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf
- Filing any necessary lawsuit well before your claim within the two-year statute of limitations
- Taking your claim to court, if necessary
After an e-bike accident, it is crucial to act quickly and contact a lawyer as soon as possible before speaking with insurance companies. Adjusters will often use what you say against you, but with our knowledgeable team by your side, you can build a strong claim while having a stress-free, smooth recovery.
Schedule an E-Bike Injury Consultation with the Experienced Lawyers at Butler Injury Law
If you’ve been injured in an e-bike accident in Texas, Butler Injury Law is here to support you through every step of the legal process. Our team combines years of experience with a deep understanding of personal injury law to build a compelling case on your behalf. We know how overwhelming it can be to face serious injuries from an e-bike accident, which is why we take over the legal burden, allowing you to focus on your recovery while we fight for the compensation you deserve.
At Butler Injury Law, our commitment to client-centered advocacy sets us apart. We’ve helped numerous clients secure favorable outcomes by providing personalized attention and leveraging our extensive legal knowledge. From thorough accident investigations to skillful negotiations with insurance companies, we manage every detail of your claim with dedication and precision. Don’t navigate this challenging time alone – schedule a consultation with our experienced lawyers today by calling us at (512) 270-2473 or filling out our contact form.
Rian Butler is an attorney with a passion for advocating for individuals against powerful corporations. With a diverse background rooted in both Irish and Texas heritage, Rian brings a unique perspective and deep commitment to justice. Over the years, Rian has represented people in personal injury cases, fighting for those injured by negligent drivers, unsafe property conditions, and businesses that fail to prioritize safety. He is dedicated to helping everyday people secure the justice they deserve.
