Bicycle Accident Lawyer Miami Gardens, FL
If you’ve been hurt in a bicycle crash in Miami Gardens, then you are probably dealing with both physical pain and monetary losses. At The Andres Lopez Law Firm, we have represented injured cyclists across South Florida for more than 10 years. Founding Attorney Andres Lopez has been practicing since 2006 and is not afraid to take a case to trial if a compensation offer isn’t fair for his clients. Our Miami Gardens, FL bicycle accident lawyer works on contingency, which means that you pay nothing unless we recover for you. Don’t hesitate to contact us to get started.
Why Choose The Andres Lopez Law Firm for Bicycle Accidents in Miami Gardens, FL?
Florida Bicycle Law Knowledge That Actually Matters
Attorney Andres Lopez has been handling personal injury cases in Florida since 2009. He knows how Miami-Dade County courts operate, how local insurance adjusters approach bicycle accident claims, and the specific tactics carriers use to devalue or deny them. Licensed in Florida and Maryland, and admitted to the Southern District of Florida, Middle District of Florida, District of Maryland, and the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, he brings meaningful experience to every case.
Mr. Lopez is also a Million Dollar Advocates Forum inductee, which is a recognition reserved for attorneys who have achieved seven-figure results for their clients. Named a Florida Rising Star in both 2015 and 2016 by Super Lawyers, Attorney Lopez has built a record that speaks for itself.
Results That Reflect Real Work
Our firm has helped injured clients recover millions of dollars across personal injury cases. We don’t push clients toward settlements that don’t reflect the full scope of their losses. When the other side won’t negotiate fairly, we go to trial. That willingness to do everything we can for our clients makes an impactful difference in how they recover.
Contingency Fee Representation
We handle bicycle accident cases on a contingency basis. That means there are no upfront costs and no fees of any kind unless we win your case. This applies whether your case settles or goes to verdict.
Bilingual Service (English and Spanish)
Our firm serves Miami Gardens clients in both English and Spanish. For a community where many residents are more comfortable in Spanish, having a legal team that communicates clearly in your language can be the deciding factor in who you hire.
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“I’m so grateful for attorney Andres and his firm. They help after my accident and guided me through the entire process, explained everything clearly, and always kept me updated. They truly fought for my best interests and made a stressful situation so much easier to handle.” — Laura Romy
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Types of Bicycle Accident Cases We Handle in Miami Gardens
Bicycle crashes happen for many different reasons, and the legal approach depends on the specific facts of your case. Here’s what we handle:
- Motorist-caused collisions. Drivers who cut off cyclists, fail to yield, run red lights, or turn without checking are responsible for the injuries they cause. These are among the most common and most serious crashes we see. When a negligent driver is at fault, we pursue their insurance for the full value of your claim.
- Dooring accidents. A driver or passenger who swings open a car door into a cyclist’s path creates a sudden, unavoidable hazard. These collisions can cause broken bones, head injuries, and road rash. Florida law places responsibility on the person who opened the door without checking first.
- Rideshare accidents. Uber and Lyft drivers present particular complications because of how their insurance coverage is structured. If a rideshare vehicle struck you, our Miami Gardens rideshare accident lawyer handles the coverage disputes that come with these claims.
- Hit-and-run crashes. When the driver flees, your options for recovery include uninsured motorist coverage and other sources. We investigate hit-and-run accidents and pursue every available avenue to get you compensated.
- Dog bites or animal attacks. A dog that runs into traffic or attacks a cyclist can cause a sudden, severe crash. Our firm handles dog-caused bicycle wrecks claims under Florida’s strict liability statute.
- Wrongful death. When a bicycle accident takes a life, surviving family members may have a claim. We handle wrongful death cases for Miami-Dade families with the same determination and compassion we bring to every case.
Florida Legal Requirements for Bicycle Accident Claims
There are two Florida laws that shape almost every bicycle accident case we handle.
Florida follows a modified comparative fault rule under Florida Statute § 768.81. As of 2023, if you’re found to be more than 50% at fault for your own crash, you cannot recover. If you’re found partially at fault but below that threshold, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. This matters because insurance adjusters routinely try to shift blame onto the cyclist, such as claiming you were riding in the wrong lane, didn’t have lights, or were moving too fast. How your attorney presents the facts early in the case directly affects that calculation.
Florida also has a four-year statute of limitations for most personal injury claims under Florida Statute § 95.11. Four years sounds like a long time. But critical evidence, including surveillance footage, witness memories, and accident reconstruction data, can disappear or get destroyed quickly. So the sooner a case is opened and investigated, the better position you’re in for maximum compensation.
Florida’s bicycle safety regulations, including rules on equipment and road use, are codified under Florida Statute § 316.2065. These rules can become relevant if the defense argues contributory fault.
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Miami Gardens Bicycle Accident?
A serious bicycle crash doesn’t just cost you in the moment, as the financial and personal losses can extend for months or even years. Florida law allows injured cyclists to pursue several categories of damages.
Economic damages are the measurable financial losses. These include emergency room and hospital bills, follow-up care, physical therapy, surgery costs, prescription medications, and any future medical treatment your injuries require. Lost wages, including both what you’ve already missed and what you may be unable to earn going forward, are recoverable. We can also pursue payment for property damages to your bicycle and equipment.
Non-economic damages cover what is not reflected on an actual expense. This often entails pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of activities you could do before the accident, disfigurement, and the effect on your personal relationships. These damages are very real, and they often represent the largest portion of a fair recovery. Insurance companies may fight hard to minimize them, but we use our own strategy to advocate strongly for our clients in need.
Punitive damages are available in cases involving particularly reckless or intentional conduct, such as accidents involving drunk drivers. Florida law caps punitive damages in most cases at three times the compensatory award or $500,000, whichever is greater, under Florida Statute § 768.73.
Bicycle crash injuries tend to be severe. Cyclists have no outer exterior to help deflect the force of impact. This is why catastrophic injuries, spinal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and broken bones are common. The full value of those losses needs to be calculated carefully before any settlement is accepted.
Contact The Andres Lopez Law Firm
If you were injured in a bicycle crash in Miami Gardens, FL, don’t wait to get legal help. There are no fees unless we recover for you, and we are available 24/7 to provide legal services to Miami Gardens clients in both English and Spanish. Tell us what happened over a consultation and we’ll get to work for you right away. Contact us to speak with Attorney Lopez and his team.