If you’re injured in a bicycle accident in Oregon and it wasn’t your fault, the at-fault driver is responsible for your medical expenses. However, if you have personal injury protection (PIP) on your auto insurance, it can cover any immediate medical expenses.

Yes, you can receive compensation for damages to your bicycle and personal gear due to the accident. In Oregon, the at-fault driver’s insurance is typically responsible for covering property damage, including your bicycle and personal belongings. If the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, you can use uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, if available on your auto insurance policy. Additionally, if you have homeowners or renters insurance, that may also help cover personal property damage depending on your policy.

Right hook bicycle accidents, where a driver turns right into the path of a cyclist, are generally considered the driver’s fault. Drivers are required to check for cyclists and yield the right of way before making a turn. However, if the cyclist's actions contributed to the collision, fault may be shared. Under Oregon's comparative negligence law, if you are partially responsible for the accident, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found 10% at fault for not using a designated bike lane and your total settlement amount is $40,000, your compensation would be reduced by 10%, leaving you with $36,000.

Yes, it is possible to file a claim if the driver fled the scene if you have Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage available on your insurance policy. This coverage can help you recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other injury related expenses.

Our Oregon bike accident lawyers operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay anything upfront. Instead, our fee is a percentage of your settlement or court award, usually between 33% and 40%, depending on the case’s complexity. We want you to access legal representation without financial barriers.

Settling a bicycle accident claim in Oregon can vary widely depending on the extent of injuries, on-going treatment, the case's complexity, and any disputes over liability. Straightforward cases may be resolved within months, while more complex cases or those involving court proceedings can take a year or more.