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Experienced Bike & Boating Accident Attorneys
Warmer weather in Wisconsin means hitting the lakes, roads or trails for some fun on your bike or boat. But with more boats on the water and bikes on the road, the chance for accidents increases. Bike collisions are often more catastrophic than typical vehicle accidents due to the size difference between a bicycle and motor vehicle. In addition, boating accidents are especially dangerous because they can result in accidental drowning by a person who was not fatally injured upon initial impact.
For more than 35 years, Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs has represented families across Wisconsin in bike and boating accident cases. Our personal injury team understands that outdoor recreation comes with costly consequences if boaters or vehicles on the road are negligent. When injury strikes, our team of attorneys are here to fight and get you the outcome deserved.
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Common Causes of Bike & Boating Accidents
Bike and Boating accidents in Wisconsin are most often caused by:
A Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs client received a $135,000 settlement after being in a bike accident with a car.
Legal Options Following a Bike or Boating Accident
If you or a family member are injured in a bike or boating accident and decide to take legal action, Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs will fight for compensation, which can include the following:
Disability
Disfigurement and scarring
Pain, suffering, loss of enjoyment of life and interference with family relationships
Emotional distress
Lost wages, future earnings and earning capacity
Past, present and future medical bills
Wrongful death
Bike & Boating Accident FAQs
I was involved in a bike or boating accident, what should I do?
If you find yourself victim to a bike or boating accident, you should first visit a doctor and seek medical treatment for any injuries. Be proactive about receiving a proper diagnosis and adequate treatment for pain of any kind.
The next step is opening a claim with your insurance carrier, as well as the other driver’s or boater’s insurance company. If you have been injured, seek the representation of an attorney before providing a statement to another party.
Lastly, get in touch with Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs for a review of your case. Our personal injury attorneys specializing in bike and boating accidents will review your situation and recommend next steps, which may include legal action.
I was injured in a hit-and-run on a bike. Do I have a case?
Under civil laws, a bicyclist may file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver in a hit-and-run to obtain compensation for any injuries, property damage or associated losses. If the cyclist cannot identify the at-fault driver, he or she may file a claim against a personal automotive insurance policy containing uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage or a medical insurance policy.
A driver didn’t actually hit me on my bike but still caused my injury. Do I have a case?
Yes, if another driver’s negligence causes a bicycle to crash, the driver can still be liable for the cyclist’s injuries and property damage — even if no collision occurred.
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