On June 30th, in the morning, a bicyclist was on the rail trail in Kaysville, Utah, near the Smith’s Marketplace. The bicyclist was injured after a hit and run accident. The police were called, and when they arrived, they found the injured bicyclists. This individual needed immediate medical care from multiple abrasions and head trauma, so the bicyclist was airlifted to the hospital. There is currently no information on how the crash occurred or how the bicyclist is doing.
Bicyclists Hit and Run Accidents
It can be very scary to be involved in a hit and run, but especially if you are hit while riding a bicycle. Everyone involved in an accident is obligated to stop at the site and report the collision. The failure to stop can lead to a misdemeanor or felony charge.
As a bicyclist, you have a ride to seek compensation after a hit and run, and this can be a challenge for several reasons. One of the biggest issues can be that your insurance will be your settlement source.
Steps You Should Take After a Bicycle Hit and Run
If you or a loved one are a victim of a hit and run, we have steps that you should take.
- Call the police – Filing a police report is an essential part of receiving compensation for your accident. Even if you believe that you’ll never be able to identify the offender, you should still contact your local authorities as soon as possible after the incident.
- Record the scene – If you can, you should document as much as possible about the scene. Take pictures of your injuries, the bike, the surrounding setting, and any other information that would be crucial for filing a claim.
- Look for witnesses – If there were any people around at the time of your hit-and-run, ask them if they witnessed the accident. They might have remembered key information about the driver, vehicle, license plates, or how the crash occurred. Write down their name and phone number and ask them to stay on the scene until the police arrive.
- Seek medical attention – Even if you were wearing a helmet or other protective gear, bicycle crashes often result in injuries such as broken arms, scrapes, bruises, and more. Small injuries might not seem like a big deal in the moment but could become more severe in the coming days. For this reason, it’s important to seek medical attention for any degree of injury you obtain.
- Contact your insurance company – Filing a claim with your insurance company is a crucial part of receiving the compensation you deserve. It’s important to inform them as soon as possible.
Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks Can Help
If you have fallen victim to a bicycle hit and run accident, Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks is here to help. It can be challenging to establish fault when the driver flees, but our attorneys can find ways to help you recover the compensation you deserve for your losses.
Our offices are located in Provo and South Jordan, Utah, and we serve residents in all of the surrounding areas. Give us a call today to get in touch with an accident lawyer that will be by your side every step of the way.
