Personal Injury

Bicycle Accident Lawyer in Palmdale

The short answer

In California, people on bicycles have the same rights on the road as drivers. Drivers must give at least three feet of space when passing a bicycle (Vehicle Code 21760). If a car hit you while you were riding in Palmdale or Lancaster, get medical care, get the police report, and keep your bike and helmet as they are. You have two years to file an injury lawsuit. Your own car insurance may help pay even though you were on a bike.

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Common causes of bicycle crashes

Right hooks: a car passes a cyclist, then turns right across the bike’s path
Left crosses: a driver turns left in front of an oncoming cyclist
Dooring: a parked driver opens a door into a cyclist
Unsafe passing with less than three feet of space
Distracted drivers looking at a phone
Poor road conditions such as potholes, debris, and missing bike lanes

Cycling in the Antelope Valley

Many roads in Palmdale and Lancaster are wide, fast, and built for cars. Some have bike lanes that end suddenly, and many rural avenues have no shoulder at all. Early morning and evening riders face low sun and drivers who are not expecting them. In the Santa Clarita Valley, the paseos and bike paths cross busy streets at many points.

What your claim can include

Medical bills, lost wages, a new bike and gear, and pain and suffering. Cycling crashes often cause broken collarbones and wrists, head injuries, and road rash that leaves scars. We make sure future care is part of the claim.

How we help

We gather the police report, talk to witnesses, and look for video. We deal with the driver’s insurer and check your own policies for extra coverage. Angelo Campano handles every case personally. The consultation is free, and you pay no fee unless we win.

How it works

Three steps. Your only job is step one.

Tell us what happened
Call, text, or use the short form. It takes a few minutes, and it is free.
We take it from there
We gather the evidence, deal with the insurers, and help you get medical care while you recover.
We work to resolve your case
Most cases settle. If the insurance company will not be fair, Angelo is ready to take your case to court.

Your only job is step one.

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What clients say

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The driver says I came out of nowhere. What now?

Drivers must watch for cyclists, especially when turning and opening car doors. We look for witnesses, video, and physical evidence to show what really happened.

Can my own car insurance pay for a bike crash?

Often, yes. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage and medical payments coverage on your auto policy can cover you on a bicycle. Bring us your policy and we will check.

I was riding on the sidewalk. Does that ruin my case?

Not necessarily. Local rules on sidewalk riding vary. Even if you broke a rule, California's comparative fault law may reduce your recovery rather than bar it.

What about children hit while riding?

Children's cases need extra care. A court usually must approve a child's settlement to protect the money for the child. We handle that process.

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