Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents

Volkema Thomas Miller & Scott provides comprehensive legal representation for Ohio clients injured in pedestrian and bicycle accidents. If you have been harmed due to the fault of another, our experienced lawyers can help you recover for the damages you have suffered.

Pedestrian Accidents

To allege motorist liability, pedestrians must demonstrate that they exercised reasonable care at the time of their injuries. A pedestrian should not be held liable if he or she properly used a crosswalk, crossed with the green light, and paid attention to traffic conditions when crossing. However, motorists are often quick to blame a pedestrian and can potentially sway a police report in their favor. At Volkema Thomas Miller & Scott, our attorneys work meticulously to uncover the truth behind our clients' injuries. Through independent investigation and the consultation of accident reconstruction experts, we can determine liability and pursue the responsible party.

Ohio's comparative negligence law applies to cases in which a plaintiff is held partially liable for his or her own injuries. If our investigation reveals that you were partially at fault, we can still pursue recovery for at least part of the damages you suffered, provided your fault does not outweigh that of the driver who hit you. Under the comparative negligence theory, your recovery is only reduced by your percentage of fault in the accident, as long as your fault does not exceed 50% of the total fault. Even if you were careless as a pedestrian, we can help you recover partial compensation for your injuries if the driver was also negligent.

Bicycle Accidents

Bicycles are a healthy, convenient mode of transport, but when bicyclists share the road with motorists, they face a higher risk of injury than a driver. Similar to motorcyclists, bicyclists are especially vulnerable on public roads, as they are fully exposed to other vehicles and less capable of evading careless drivers or negotiating dangerous road conditions. When a bicyclist is involved in a collision, the consequences are likely to be significant, with the potential for traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, fractures, and even death. At Volkema Thomas Miller & Scott, we understand the serious consequences associated with bicycle accidents, and provide our clients with committed legal representation to aggressively pursue the maximum recovery to which they are entitled.

Seek Experienced Personal Injury Representation

If you were involved in a pedestrian or bicycle accident and have sustained injuries as a result of another individual's negligence, contact Volkema Thomas Miller & Scott today. Our experienced attorneys can help you obtain compensation for the damages you have suffered.