Bicycle accidents can cause irreversible damage to the rider involved. Every year, 540,000 bicyclists visit emergency rooms and 27,000 of them are hospitalized, many of these visits are due to collisions with vehicles. Bike crashes commonly result in head injuries, spinal cord damage, bone sprains or breaks, road rash, and may result in death. A recent report indicated that more than 700 bicyclists died each year due to collisions with vehicles. Common reasons for bike crashes include:

• Autos turning into bikes as they cross the street
• Cars illegally entering the bike lane
• Drivers making last minute turns into bike riders
• Vehicle doors being opened in front of oncoming bicyclists
• And more…

If you or a loved one was injured or killed after being struck by a vehicle, contact an experienced Atlanta bike accident attorney at Ashenden & Associates, P.C. Our Sandy Springs firm has handled hundreds of Metro Atlanta bike accident cases and we have helped many Georgia residents to seek compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, emotional distress, pain and more. If you have any questions about your bike injury claim, contact an Atlanta accident lawyer from Ashenden & Associates, P.C.