Bicycle Accident Lawyer Dublin, OH
If you were hit by a car while riding your bike in Dublin, you are probably dealing with injuries that are more serious than most people expect. Cyclists have no structural protection in a collision. What would be a minor fender bender between two vehicles can put a cyclist in the hospital with fractures, head trauma, or injuries requiring surgery. And then the insurance disputes start.
Brenner Law Offices has been representing injured Ohioans for over 30 years. Our Dublin, OH personal injury lawyer team handles bicycle accident cases across Dublin and the surrounding area, fighting for compensation that reflects the full extent of what our clients have been through. Consultations are free and there are no fees unless we win. Get in touch with our firm when you’re ready to discuss your case.
Why Choose Brenner Law Offices for Bicycle Accident Cases in Dublin, OH?
Experience With Serious Injury Claims in Ohio
Bicycle accident cases come with a particular challenge that most injured cyclists do not anticipate. Insurance adjusters frequently treat cyclists as second-class claimants, questioning whether the rider was following traffic laws, whether they were visible, or whether their injuries are really as serious as claimed. These arguments are often made without any real basis in the facts. Countering them requires a personal injury lawyer in Dublin, OH who has handled serious accident claims for a long time and knows exactly how insurers operate.
Founding attorney Todd Brenner has been handling personal injury and insurance cases across Ohio for over 30 years. Licensed in Ohio, he has represented injured clients against some of the largest insurers in the state across a wide range of serious injury matters. He is a member of the Columbus Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association, has been named an "Ohio Top Lawyer" for eight consecutive years, and holds a 5-star rating on lawyers.com. He received the Client Distinction Award in 2015 and was recognized as a "Top Rated Midwest Lawyer" by the National Law Journal in both 2013 and 2017.
Adam J. Hubble brings more than 30 years of litigation experience to the firm, with a background spanning insurance, liability, and claims recovery matters. When insurers dig in and dispute liability or downplay injuries, Adam's courtroom experience matters.
Results That Reflect What Is at Stake
Bicycle accidents frequently result in serious physical harm, and the damages in these cases deserve to be treated accordingly. Brenner Law Offices has helped injured clients recover millions of dollars across personal injury and liability matters, including seven-figure recoveries in cases involving disputed liability and significant injuries. We build every case to account for the full scope of economic and non-economic harm.
There are no upfront costs and no fees unless we win.
What Our Clients Say
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"I was in a car accident that was not my fault. Todd was extremely helpful in walking me through the process and what my options were. He made me feel at ease by handling everything and allowed me to focus on my recovery. I would definitely recommend contacting him if you are in a similar situation." — Drew Shick
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Types of Bicycle Accident Cases We Handle in Dublin
Bicycle accidents happen in a variety of ways, and the legal issues that arise depend on the specific circumstances of each collision. Our Dublin bicycle accident attorneys handle all of the following:
- Car and truck collisions. The majority of serious bicycle accidents involve a motor vehicle. Whether a driver ran a red light, failed to yield, or simply was not paying attention, the results for a cyclist can be severe. We handle claims against negligent drivers and their insurers in car accident and truck accident cases involving cyclists throughout Dublin.
- Dooring accidents. A driver or passenger opening a car door into an oncoming cyclist's path is one of the most common urban bicycle accidents. These collisions happen fast and often result in serious injuries. Under Ohio law, the person who opened the door may be liable, and in some cases the driver of the vehicle shares responsibility as well.
- Intersection and traffic signal accidents. Intersections are among the most dangerous locations for cyclists. Drivers making left turns, running stops, or failing to check for cyclists before proceeding cause a significant number of serious collisions. We investigate the full sequence of events at the intersection, including traffic camera footage and witness accounts, to establish exactly what happened.
- Road hazard and defective road conditions. Potholes, broken pavement, missing signage, and inadequate bike lane markings can all cause serious bicycle accidents. When a government entity or private property owner is responsible for maintaining a road or path in a safe condition and fails to do so, an injured cyclist may have a viable claim. These cases involve different procedures than standard vehicle collision claims and need to be handled accordingly.
- Hit and run accidents. When a driver flees the scene after hitting a cyclist, the path to compensation is less straightforward but not closed. Uninsured motorist coverage, witness identification, and surveillance footage all become critical. We have handled these cases and know how to pursue every available avenue of recovery when the at-fault driver cannot immediately be identified.
- Rideshare vehicle collisions. Uber and Lyft drivers navigating unfamiliar routes, watching for passengers, or distracted by their apps create real risks for cyclists sharing the road. Uber accidents and Lyft accidents involving cyclists raise coverage questions that differ from standard auto claims, and we know how to navigate them.
- Fatal bike accidents. In these, surviving family members may have grounds for a wrongful death claim under Ohio law. These cases carry their own procedural requirements and involve a distinct set of recoverable damages. We handle them with the care and gravity they deserve.
Ohio Legal Requirements for Bicycle Accident Cases
Several Ohio laws directly shape how bicycle accident claims work and what injured riders can recover.
Statute of Limitations. Under Ohio Revised Code § 2305.10, injured parties have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. That deadline applies regardless of the severity of the injuries or how long treatment takes. Two years sounds like a long time, but evidence disappears quickly. Surveillance footage is routinely overwritten within days or weeks. Witness memories fade. The sooner an attorney is involved, the better positioned the case will be.
Ohio's Bicycle Laws. Ohio law treats bicycles as vehicles under Ohio Revised Code § 4511.52, which means cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle operators on public roads. Drivers are required to give cyclists at least three feet of clearance when passing under Ohio Revised Code § 4511.27. Insurance companies sometimes try to use a cyclist's own conduct against them, arguing a traffic violation contributed to the crash. Understanding how Ohio's vehicle laws apply to cyclists is essential to building a defense against those arguments.
Comparative Fault. Ohio's modified comparative negligence standard under Ohio Revised Code § 2315.33 means that if a cyclist is found to be 51% or more at fault for the accident, they cannot recover damages. If found 50% or less at fault, recovery is reduced proportionally. Insurers use this rule aggressively in bicycle cases, frequently arguing the cyclist was at fault for being on the road, not wearing a helmet, or failing to use proper lighting. We anticipate those arguments and address them directly in every case we handle.
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Dublin Bicycle Accident Case?
Ohio law provides several categories of compensation for injured cyclists, and the full value of a bicycle accident claim is often larger than insurers initially suggest.
Economic Damages cover all past and future medical expenses, including emergency treatment, surgeries, physical therapy, follow-up care, and any long-term medical needs resulting from the injury. Lost wages during recovery and reduced earning capacity going forward are also recoverable. In cases involving serious back injuries or catastrophic injuries requiring extended treatment, these figures add up significantly. Ohio law allows full recovery for all documented and projected economic losses.
Non-Economic Damages compensate for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Cyclists who suffer serious injuries often find that the activities they enjoyed before the accident, whether recreational riding, exercise, or simply getting around the neighborhood, are no longer possible in the same way. Those losses are real and compensable under Ohio law. Ohio's framework for pain and suffering recovery gives injured cyclists meaningful options, but those options need to be properly developed and presented.
Punitive Damages are available in cases where the driver's conduct was particularly reckless, such as driving under the influence or deliberately aggressive behavior toward a cyclist. They are not awarded in every case, but when the facts support them, we pursue them.
Insurance companies know that cyclists are often less familiar with the claims process than drivers involved in vehicle collisions. Early settlement offers in bicycle accident cases frequently fail to account for future medical costs or non-economic losses. To protect your right to fair compensation, it’s important to consult an experienced accident lawyer in your area.
Contact Brenner Law Offices
If you were injured in a bicycle accident in Dublin or the surrounding area, do not wait. Evidence needs to be preserved quickly, and the legal process takes time to build correctly. Brenner Law Offices offers free consultations for bicycle accident cases throughout Dublin, OH, and there are no fees unless we win. Contact us today to get started.