Las Vegas Bicycle Accidents
Las Vegas Bicycle Accident Attorney
Cycling in Las Vegas — whether commuting through downtown, riding the loop at Red Rock, or training out toward Lake Mead — means sharing the road with drivers who too often don't look. Nevada law gives cyclists the same right to the road as any vehicle, but the consequences of a crash are nothing alike. For over 22 years, Eric Blank Injury Attorneys has represented injured riders against the drivers and insurers who caused the harm. Free consultation, and no fees unless we win.
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First Steps
What To Do After A Bicycle Accident In Las Vegas
The first hours after a crash shape your entire claim. Here's how to protect yourself and your case.
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Get To Safety
If you can move, get yourself and your bike out of traffic. If you suspect a neck or back injury, stay still and let EMS assess you first. Don't move the bike if you can avoid it — its position is evidence.
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Call 911
Get a police report every time. Drivers sometimes try to leave or shift fault to the cyclist, and the responding officer's report is the foundation of your case.
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Document Everything
Photograph the vehicle, the road, any debris, your bike (especially damage), and your injuries. Collect the driver's insurance, license, and license-plate info, plus names and numbers for every witness.
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See A Doctor
Even with a helmet, cyclists frequently suffer head, neck, and internal injuries that surface later. Get evaluated immediately and follow every treatment recommendation — gaps in care are how insurers cut your claim.
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Don't Talk To Their Insurer
The driver's insurer will call quickly. They often try to suggest you were outside a lane, didn't have a light, or were 'in the way.' Don't engage — let your attorney handle them.
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Call An Attorney First
Before you sign anything or accept an offer, talk to a lawyer. Drivers often have low policy limits — finding additional coverage (UM/UIM, umbrella, employer policies) takes work but can make the difference in serious cycling cases.
Our Approach
How Eric Blank Injury Attorneys Handles Bicycle Accident Cases
Eric Blank spent the early part of his career defending insurance companies. We bring that insider knowledge to every cycling claim — the same edge we apply across our personal injury practice .
Investigate The Crash
We move fast on traffic-camera footage, scene evidence, and witness statements. We also examine the driver's actions against Nevada cycling law — including the 3-foot passing rule — to lock in liability before the story shifts.
Build The Medical Record
Cycling injuries are layered: head and neck trauma, internal damage, fractures, soft tissue. We work with your doctors so the full medical picture, including future care, is documented.
Negotiate With Insurance
Eric Blank's insurance-defense experience tells us where the adjuster will try to cut. We push for the full available coverage and stack policies where Nevada law allows it.
Try The Case If Needed
When a case needs a jury, we're ready. Carriers settle higher when they know the trial threat is credible.
Damages
What Cyclists Can Recover In Nevada
Nevada law lets injury victims recover compensatory damages — both the concrete financial losses and the human cost of the crash. In rare cases involving especially reckless conduct, punitive damages may also apply.
Economic Damages
- Medical bills — past and future treatment
- Lost wages and reduced future earning capacity
- Property damage to your bike and gear
- Out-of-pocket costs — transportation, prescriptions, and more
Non-Economic Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Loss of consortium
Nevada caps damages in medical malpractice cases but not in general personal injury claims. The amount you can recover depends on the specifics of your case — a free consultation is the best way to get a real answer.
Nevada Law
Key Nevada Bicycle Accident Laws
Statute of Limitations
Nevada gives you 2 years from the date of the crash to file a bicycle accident lawsuit (NRS 11.190). Miss that deadline and you can lose the right to recover entirely — no matter how strong it was.
Comparative Negligence
Nevada follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you are 51% or more at fault you recover nothing; if you are partly at fault but under that, your recovery is reduced by your share.
Cyclist Rights & 3-Foot Passing
Nevada law gives cyclists generally the same rights and responsibilities as drivers, and drivers must give at least three feet of clearance when passing (Nevada cycling law, NRS Chapter 484B). The at-fault driver carries Nevada's 25/50/20 minimum liability — often inadequate for serious cycling injuries, which makes UM/UIM coverage essential.
This is general information, not legal advice for your specific case. Talk to an attorney about the facts of your accident.
FAQ
Common Bicycle Accident Questions
Do cyclists have the same rights as cars in Nevada?
Yes. Under Nevada cycling law (NRS Chapter 484B), people riding bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters on public roads generally have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers of motor vehicles. That means a driver who hits a cyclist owes the same duty of care as one who hits another car.
What is the 3-foot passing rule?
Nevada law (NRS Chapter 484B) requires drivers to leave at least 3 feet of clearance when passing a cyclist on the road. Where possible, the driver must move into the adjacent left lane. Violating the rule is often a key piece of liability evidence in our cycling cases.
Does not wearing a helmet hurt my bicycle accident case?
Whether you were wearing a helmet doesn't change who caused the crash. Insurers may try to argue that helmet use would have reduced some head injuries, but it doesn't bar your recovery and doesn't shift fault for the collision itself.
How long do I have to file a bicycle accident claim in Nevada?
Two years from the date of the crash, under NRS 11.190. Don't wait — evidence and witnesses fade fast, and claims involving government entities (a poorly designed intersection, for example) can have much shorter notice deadlines.
What if the driver doesn't have enough insurance?
Many drivers carry only Nevada's minimum 25/50/20 coverage, which often falls short for serious cycling injuries. We look at uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage on your own auto policy (which can apply even though you weren't in a car), umbrella policies, and any employer or commercial coverage if the driver was on the job.
How much does it cost to hire a bicycle accident lawyer?
Our fee is contingency-based — no upfront cost and no hourly billing. We only get paid if we win, and the fee is a percentage of your recovery, agreed to in writing before we start.
I had terrible injuries as a result of the accident I had and hiring Eric Blank to be on my side during this difficult process was the best thing I did.
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