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Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle accidents can lead to severe injuries with lasting consequences. You deserve strong legal representation to fight for your rights. We are committed to ensuring you receive the compensation and care you rightfully deserve.

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Millions Recovered for California's Injured

$10,500,000

Auto v Pedestrian Accident
(Policy Limits)

$8,220,000

Auto v Auto Accidents

$6,000,000

Auto v Auto
(Policy Limits)

$6,000,000

MTA Accidents

$3,250,000

Motorcycle Accidents
(Open Policy)

$3,250,000

Motorcycle Accidents

$3,000,000

Vehicular Accident
Head on

$3,000,000

Premises Liability

$2,350,000

Premise Liability

$2,200,000

Assault & Battery

$1,670,000

Auto v Pedestrian Accidents

$1,600,000

Government Claims

$1,000,000

Slip & Fall Accidents

$1,000,000

Vehicular Accident
Head on

$750,000

Vehicular Accident
Rear end

$500,000

Vehicular Accident
Broadside

$380,000

Vehicular Accident
Head on

$350,000

Vehicular Accident
Rear end

$290,000

Vehicular Accident
Unsafe Lane Change/U-Turn

$270,000

Vehicular Accident
Rear end

$250,000

Vehicular Accident
Rear end

$250,000

Motorcycle accident

$250,000

Vehicular Accident
Tbone

$250,000

Vehicular Accident
Rear end

Why Do Bicycle Accidents Happen?

The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that 840 cyclists were killed in accidents in 2016. Many drivers do not respect the legal rights of cyclists on the road, and this lack of respect causes many accidents. 

The main reasons for cyclists accidents include:

  • Going too fast
  • Not using crosswalks
  • Not following the rules of the road
  • Poor weather conditions
  • Poor visibility
  • Not enough space between cyclists and drivers

Alcohol or drug use may severely impair the motor skills of drivers and cyclists, leading to catastrophic accidents. As a matter of fact, it has been proven that approximately 35% of all bicycle accidents that end in death are due to drug and alcohol use.

Most Common Injuries from a Bike Accident Include:

  • Broken bones
  • Becoming paralyzed
  • Rashes from the road
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Open wounds
  • Neck or spinal injuries

Whether your injuries are minor or major, it is important to seek medical care right away. The spike of adrenaline one experiences following an accident may mask the full effects of the injury. 

Here are some precautions you should take to ensure your safety:

  • Wear a helmet at all times.
  • Communicate with others by using signals.
  • Use lights at night.
  • Know the road regulations.
  • Pay attention at all times.
An orange warning triangle on a crosswalk near a fallen bicycle and a blue helmet, indicating a recent accident.

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I Just Got in an Accident, What Do I Do Now?

  • Check for injuries – Even if you don’t feel any pain at the moment, it is important to check for cuts. 
  • Call 911 – If the accident is serious, call 911 right away to get the necessary medical attention. 
  • Record the Details of the Accident – Get all the information you can about the driver and the accident. 
  • Don’t Say Too Much – Don’t apologize to the driver because you then admit it is your fault. 

Other people that might also be liable for the accident include:

  • Owners of other vehicles
  • Other bike riders
  • Other drivers
  • Pedestrians

If you or a loved one were cycling and suffered an injury due to another person’s recklessness or inattention, you may be entitled to a great deal of financial compensation. Damages that the at-fault party may be liable for include medical bills, physical/emotional stress, and property damage.

How Long Do I Have to Submit My Claim?

Even though most accident claims allow up to two years to file a report, a person involved in a bicycle accident may only have 6 months from the time of the accident if a government agency is involved. It is highly recommended that you employ an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as you can after the accident. Insurance companies are inherently greedy when it comes to settling disputes, and they will try to minimize your settlement as much as possible.

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Here’s What Our Clients Say

Excellent service with handling my case from start to finish. Alex and Tofer Associates provided me with exceptional customer care from the initial call. I can’t thank you guys enough for your professionalism, dedication, support, and knowledge in handling my case. A huge shout to Ms. Heidy for her devotion and assistance in every step of the process. If you’re looking for a law firm that will stand by you, represent you, make you feel heard and understood, this is the law firm to go with. Thank you again to the entire staff of Tofer and Associates.

Omid Reyhanian

I got referred by a good friend of mine to give them a call when I was involved in a car accident. They sure helped me out with everything and took care of all the back and forth with insurances and doctor visits all I had to do was show up and send over any bills I had coming my way. Now I would be the one recommending them to anyone who’s in need.

Isaac Nava

Alex is very kind and easy to talk to. While he was not able to help me with my case (different field of law), he did give me excellent advice on finding another attorney.

He also offers free consultation, so don’t hesitate to call and ask questions.

Jonathan Scott

I’ve worked with Liz several times due to an unfortunate accident, referring close friends and family members to her. She has taken care of me and my loved one numerous times. She’s made me feel at ease during the stress and pain after dealing with the aftermath of an accident. I highly recommend working with Liz for a very smooth and seamless process on your road to recovery and becoming whole again. Thank you so much!

Nate Liggins

I was lost trying to just communicate with 2 different insurance companies who were basically ignoring me and the claims for myself and my son. I contacted Tofer and Associates and once Fema became my main contact at the firm I felt an instant relief. She was thorough, kept in constant contact with me, answered all my questions and gave me a level of comfort that I had not felt before.

Tammy Taylor

Such a great experience with Tofer & Associates, I highly recommend them! Eliza, in particular, went above and beyond for my family in dealing with a car accident and everything that came with it. She offered great support when we needed it the most. I’m truly grateful for this firm. Thank you so much!

Maria Trebino

Tofer & Associates not only made the initial evaluation process easy and convenient, they have stood with me along the way keeping me updated and working with all the medical personnel involved and following up with them thereby minimizing the effort i had to put forth in the quite grueling process of PI resolution. I especially want to thank Cynthia and Aljon who were very attentive to my needs and provided me with the cash advance and property damage reimbursement which I really needed in a timely and expeditious manner. Kudos to the legal team who have managed to make an unfortunate and unpleasant situation quite bearable and personable!

Richard Paguirigan

My experience with Tofer & Associates was great. Chris always kept us informed of every detail throughout the course of our case. Very detail orientated, professional and his follow through was amazing. The Chris & Jeremiah team are a great one. Thank you again for all your hard work!!! Much appreciated and will refer you to anyone needing your professional services in the future.

Gloria Sanchez

I have had great people from Tofer and Associates working my case. Nadia and Lalaine are very empathetic, and answered all my questions as they arose. They completely put themselves in the place of their clients, and are always available to answer questions and resolve all issues that may arise, and you can contact them for anything you may need, and they are always happy to answer them. I really like it when people are dedicated to their work, and have respect towards others. I am eternally thankful for their help.

Rosy la Soprano Arcia

I was involved in an accident a couple months ago & I had the opportunity to work with Eliza and her team who were all great! They handled my case very well & constantly communicated any updates about my case so that I was always in the loop. Despite some complications with my situation itself, every thing was handled so smoothly and efficiently. I wanted to thank Eliza and T&A for everything! Very reliable law firm that I’d recommend to anyone.

Maribel Ortega

My mom and I have had nothing but AMAZING professional services from the law firm of Tofer and associates.
I highly recommend Jonfer Legaspi. He’s very professional and kept me informed from day one. The office staff worked very hard and always helpful. They answered all of my questions. I also want to thank Jing Asuncion, for all the hard work and dedication. We are very pleased with the settlement and I would recommend them to anyone.

Mayra Villanueva

I was involved in a pedestrian accident on March 2023. I called the lawyer Michael A. Cholodenko from Tofer and Associates Law Firm to represent me.The lawyer and his team were very professional and caring throughout the process. I was amazed when they kept contacting me to se how I was doing. I always believe that employees are the best assests to a company and my C.M. Haidy is the best example of it. Also, I have to mention Carlos. He was very empathetic in the interview.
Kudos to Toffer and Associates!

Maribel Ortega

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