Honolulu Bicycle Accident Attorney
Compassionate & Client-Focused Service
At the Law Office of Jon S. Jacobs, LLLC, we represent people who have been injured in bicycle accidents. The number of vehicles that share Hawaii’s roadways with bicyclists ensure that motor vehicle/bicycle accidents are a fact of modern life.
Bicyclists can be difficult for drivers to see, even if wearing high-visibility clothing and using reflectors. This doesn’t mean that you deserve to be injured. Call our Honolulu bicycle accident attorney today to receive loyal advocacy. We have more than 20 years of legal experience and can help you recover damages.
Contact us online, or call (808) 468-6484 for a free consultation with our team today.
Honolulu Bicycle Accident Causes and Legal Support
Bicycle accidents are often the result of the other driver’s negligence.
Some of the most commonly cited causes include:
- Cutting off a bicyclist at an intersection
- Failure to yield
- Following too closely
- Swerving in front of a bicyclist
- Speeding
- Distraction
- Driving under the influence
Many drivers fail to pay proper attention to bicyclists, leading to severe accidents. Since bicyclists have less protection compared to those in vehicles, even with helmets, the impact of a motor vehicle often causes serious injuries such as cuts, fractures, brain trauma, and spinal cord damage. Despite experience, cyclists should regularly review safety tips to reduce the risk of accidents that could result in life-threatening injuries.
If you have been injured, you need an attorney who has experience in bicycle accident cases. Mr. Jacobs understands the complex laws that apply to these cases in Hawaii, and he can help you maximize your chances of winning the compensation you deserve.
Bicycle Safety Tips
Even if you’re an experienced bicyclist, it’s still important to review bike safety tips so you can do everything in your power to avoid getting into an accident that could potentially end your life.
To avoid collisions, make the following safe choices:
- Don’t wear headphones while riding, in order to listen for approaching vehicles
- Keep both hands on your handlebars to remain in control of your bicycle, except while signaling
- Keep both feet on your pedals if you need to make sudden stops
- If you’re in a group, ride with the flow of traffic in a single-file line
- Wear bright colors and retro-reflective material to be seen by other drivers at night
- Use the correct hand signals so other drivers and riders can see where you’re turning
- Stop and look before you enter a roadway
Call our Honolulu bicycle accident attorney now at (808) 468-6484– we’re here to listen and help.
You want a lawyer who understands the specifics of your situation. With more than 19 years of legal experience, Attorney Jon S. Jacobs can be trusted to apply his knowledge and resources to your case and strive for optimal results.
