Cyclists share the road with vehicles but have none of their protection. When a driver fails to yield, opens a door carelessly, or strikes a cyclist, the results can be life-changing. GroverLawKC advocates for injured cyclists throughout the Kansas City metro area.
Your Rights as a Cyclist in Missouri and Kansas
Both Missouri and Kansas law treat bicycles as vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities. Cyclists are entitled to use the roadway, and drivers are required to give them adequate space. Missouri law requires drivers to provide at least three feet of clearance when passing a cyclist. When drivers violate these laws, they can be held liable for resulting injuries.
Bicycle accidents often occur at intersections, in bike lanes that cars drift into, or when drivers fail to check for cyclists before turning. Dooring accidents — where a driver opens their car door into a cyclist's path — are also a common cause of serious injury.
Injuries and Damages in Bicycle Accident Cases
Cyclists frequently suffer traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, facial injuries, internal injuries, and severe road rash. Even with a helmet, the forces involved in a collision with a motor vehicle can cause devastating head and spinal injuries. These injuries often require surgery, lengthy rehabilitation, and can result in permanent impairment.
A thorough legal claim will account for all economic and non-economic damages — including the full cost of past and future medical care, lost income, pain and suffering, and loss of the ability to enjoy cycling and other activities.
Call GroverLawKC After a Bicycle Accident
We believe cyclists deserve the same rights and legal protections as any other road user. Our firm investigates accident scenes, reviews traffic camera and security footage, consults with accident reconstruction experts, and builds compelling cases for our cyclist clients.
Don't let an insurance company minimize your injuries because you were on a bicycle. Call us at (816) 533-3969 for a free consultation. No fee unless we win.
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If you or a loved one was injured in Kansas City or Overland Park, contact GroverLawKC today. The consultation is free, and there are no fees unless we win.