Legal Question in Personal Injury in Florida
Can a bicyclist that fell sue the driver in a car because he thinks they caused him to fall? There was no contact between the bicycle and the car.
Asked on 3/10/14, 9:45 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Barry Stein
De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary
Potentially yes. Seek some legal help with a local attorney
Answered on 3/10/14, 10:43 am
David Burns
David H. Burns, P. A.
The bicyclist will have the burden of proving that some negligent action by the driver of the car caused the bicyclist to fall. If the bicyclist can do that, then the bicyclist would have a viable claim. You should consult with an attorney who handles bicycle injury cases
Answered on 3/11/14, 7:51 am