GET RUDE So You Can Get Back on the Bike After a Wreck!

Riding a bicycle can be an inexpensive, fun, and environmentally friendly alternative to get from Point A to Point B. It is also an excellent form of exercise. Unfortunately, taking a bicycle onto the roadways of the United States can be dangerous.

If you or a loved one are injured in a bicycle accident, you need to act quickly. Insurance companies will press you to accept compensation that is less than you deserve. When you’re injured and in need, you require a lawyer who will confront these insurance giants head-on. At RUDIN LAW, we don’t just talk tough; we deliver results that truly make a difference.

Whether you’re in Louisiana, Texas, or anywhere else around the country, RUDIN LAW is ready to take on those responsible for your injuries and get you the justice you deserve. We are here to stand up and fight back. And to that, we say: it’s time to stop letting the insurance company push you around, it’s time to stop being polite… and GET RUDE with RUDIN LAW.

The Race Without an End: Bicycle Accident Statistics are Concerning

The numbers speak for themselves. While riding a bicycle can be an enjoyable and effective means of transportation, it is not without risk. Bicycle accidents are all too common and their fallout can be severe.

Louisiana: According a Louisiana Highway Safety Commission report, in 2022, there were 44 bicycle fatalities and 558 bicycle injuries in Louisiana. Of these fatalities, nearly 17% were alcohol-related.
Texas: According to a Texas Department of Transportation report, in 2022, there were 2,349 traffic crashes involving bicyclists in Texas, resulting in 92 deaths and 333 serious injuries. The top contributing factors in these crashes were driver inattention, failure to yield the right of way, and speeding.

Comparative Fault in Louisiana and Texas

The systems of determining fault in Louisiana and Texas operate differently. Comparative fault (also known as, comparative negligence) is a legal principle used in personal injury claims to divide fault among parties involved in an accident.

Pure comparative fault allows any party to recover compensation for accident-related losses as long as they are not entirely to blame for the accident. Twelve states, including Louisiana, follow pure comparative negligence, meaning there is no upper limit barring recovery short of 100%. In Louisiana, a pure comparative negligence system, you can still receive compensation for an accident even if you are partially at fault. For example, if your claim is worth $15,000 but you’re found to be one-third responsible, you can still collect $10,000.

In Texas, you can sue for damages even if you are partially at fault for an accident. However, the modified comparative fault rule followed in Texas states that a plaintiff can only recover damages if they are less than 50% at fault. If the plaintiff is more than 50% at fault, then they are not entitled to any recovery. The amount they can recover will be reduced proportionally to their level of fault.

Regardless of whether you are in Louisiana, Texas, or anywhere else across the United States, when you hire RUDIN LAW, we make sure the parties responsible for hurting you pay their fair share.

Don’t Delay! Be Wary of the Deadline to File Your Lawsuit

As of July 1, 2024, claimants in both Louisiana and Texas have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. But do not wait until the last minute. Information and evidence gathering should begin immediately following the crash. And the sooner you contact RUDIN LAW, the sooner we can begin building your case. We’re ready to act fast so you should be ready to call us as soon as disaster strikes.