Zimmer, Duncan & Cole

South Dakota bicycle accidents can cause life-changing injuries.

A whopping 85 million Americans ride bicycles on a somewhat regular basis. This includes the competitive cyclist who admires Lance Armstrong as well as the 18-year-old biking back and forth to school.

Bicycling has its inherent dangers. Approximately 600 bicyclists are killed each year in the U.S. and another 50,000 are injured. Some of these happen in one-bike crashes on slippery corners. Others, unfortunately, happen because of negligent or inattentive drivers.

South Dakota bicycle accidents with negligent drivers are a daily reality. These drivers, who do not see bikers or respect their right to the road, can cause serious wrecks that easily lead to critical injuries or even loss of life.

Some of the injuries that can result from bicycle accidents include:

• Serious scrapes and burns
• Broken bones
• Spine injuries
• Head injuries
• Neck injuries
• Death

As anyone who has been injured in a bicycle accident involving a car or truck can attest, the costs for these serious injuries can add up all too quickly. Not only do you have to contend with medical bills in the tens of thousands, but also ongoing care, possible home renovations, and the reality of lost wages from missed time at work.

This can seem like a bleak picture. If you are committed to taking action and not being a victim, you may be eligible to recover damages for your related costs. Call an experienced South Dakota personal injury lawyer that you trust to learn more about your legal rights.

You can reach the South Dakota personal injury attorneys of Zimmer, Duncan & Cole today at (888) 733-2992 to schedule a free consultation about your case. We can even come to you if you are not nearby.