Cyclists have the same right to the road as drivers – but in a crash with a car, they have none of the protection. A bicycle accident often means serious injuries and an insurance company quick to blame the rider. If you were hurt while cycling in Cartersville or North Georgia, The Delashmit Firm will fight for you. Founding attorney Hunter Delashmit uses his insurance-defense background to counter the bias cyclists face and pursue full compensation. Call (770) 341-0559 for a free consultation.

Cyclists have rights on Georgia roads

Under Georgia law, bicycles are vehicles and cyclists have the right to use the road, and drivers must give at least three feet when passing. When a driver violates those duties and causes a crash, they can be held responsible – even though insurers often try to argue the cyclist was somehow at fault.

Common causes of bicycle accidents

  • Drivers failing to yield or check for cyclists
  • Unsafe passing and “right hook” turns
  • Distracted and impaired driving
  • Dooring (opening a car door into a cyclist)
  • Drivers misjudging a cyclist’s speed at intersections

Compensation for bicycle accident injuries

You may be entitled to recover for medical bills and future care, lost wages and earning capacity, damage to your bicycle, and pain and suffering. Because cyclists often suffer severe injuries, fully documenting current and future losses is essential to a fair recovery.

Frequently asked questions

The driver says I was riding where I shouldn’t have been – can I still recover?

Often yes. Under Georgia’s comparative negligence rule, you can recover if you were less than 50% at fault, with your award reduced by your share. Cyclists have the right to the road, and we push back on attempts to shift blame.

Does my own auto insurance help if I was on a bike?

Possibly. Your uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage can sometimes apply even when you are on a bicycle, especially in a hit-and-run. We review every available source of coverage.

How long do I have to file a bicycle accident claim in Georgia?

Generally two years from the date of the crash (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33). Contact a lawyer promptly so evidence can be preserved.

Contact a Cartersville bicycle accident lawyer

If you were injured in a bicycle accident in Cartersville or North Georgia, call The Delashmit Firm at (770) 341-0559 or contact us online for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.