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Bicycle Accident Lawyer Miami FL
Bill Bone serves clients statewide and will travel anywhere in Florida for bicycle cases. This page also serves as a landing page URL for dedicated ad campaigns in Miami.
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Miami has one of the highest rates of bicycle accidents in the United States, with busy corridors like Biscayne Boulevard, US-1, and the MacArthur Causeway creating dangerous conditions for cyclists. BillBone Law Group, based 60 miles north in West Palm Beach, serves injured cyclists throughout South Florida and has recovered millions for clients statewide.
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BillBone Law Group, based in West Palm Beach, represents bicycle accident victims in Miami and throughout Florida. Bill Bone is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar, a statewide certification held by only 1% of attorneys. The firm has recovered over $100 million for injured Floridians, including a $9 million bicycle settlement.
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Our unique blend of legal expertise and cycling passion sets us apart in Miami bicycle accident cases:
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What to Do After a Bicycle Accident in Miami
Following a crash in Miami, take these steps to strengthen your claim:
- Seek medical treatment within 14 days. Jackson Memorial Hospital, Ryder Trauma Center, and Mount Sinai Medical Center are among the major hospitals serving the Miami area. Florida’s PIP insurance requires you to see a doctor within 14 days. If you miss this window, your $10,000 in PIP coverage can be reduced to just $2,500.
- Call 911 and file a police report. The Miami Police Department or Miami-Dade Police Department responds to cycling crashes. A police report is your official record that the crash occurred and documents who was involved. Without it, the other driver’s insurance company can deny the accident happened.
- Document everything at the scene. Take photos of your injuries, bicycle damage, the vehicle that hit you, license plate, road conditions, traffic signs, and skid marks. On busy Miami corridors like Biscayne Boulevard and US-1, traffic camera footage may be available. If there are witnesses, get their names and phone numbers.
- Do not admit fault. Florida follows a comparative negligence system under Florida Statutes § 768.81, meaning fault can be shared between parties.
- Do not speak to the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize payouts. You are not legally required to give a recorded statement.
- Preserve your damaged bike and gear. Do not repair or discard your bicycle, helmet, or cycling apparel. These are physical evidence.
- Contact a bicycle accident lawyer. BillBone Law Group serves injured cyclists throughout South Florida, including Miami-Dade County. Call 561-810-3675 for a free evaluation.
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Miami is the largest city in South Florida and the seat of Miami-Dade County, with a metropolitan population of approximately 6 million. The city consistently ranks among the most dangerous cities in the United States for pedestrians and cyclists, according to Smart Growth America’s “Dangerous by Design” report. The combination of high-speed roads, heavy tourist traffic, a large international visitor population unfamiliar with Florida cycling laws, and year-round cycling weather creates a uniquely dangerous environment for cyclists. Miami-Dade County reports hundreds of bicycle injuries and multiple fatalities each year.
The most dangerous roads for cycling in Miami include Biscayne Boulevard (US-1) through the urban core, the MacArthur Causeway bridge to Miami Beach, US-1 (South Dixie Highway) through Coconut Grove and Coral Gables, the Rickenbacker Causeway to Key Biscayne (known for fatal cycling accidents), and the high-speed arterial roads in the western suburbs. The Rickenbacker Causeway is particularly notorious, having been the site of multiple high-profile cyclist fatalities that led to safety improvements but still remain a concern.
BillBone Law Group is based at 530 S. Quadrille Blvd, Suite 200, in West Palm Beach, approximately 60 miles north of Miami via I-95 (about a 70-minute drive). While our office is in Palm Beach County, Bill Bone is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar, which is a statewide certification. We handle bicycle accident cases throughout South Florida, including Miami-Dade County. When you hire BillBone Law Group for a Miami bicycle accident, you get a Board Certified trial lawyer with 35 years of experience and over $100M recovered, regardless of where in South Florida your accident occurred.
Miami-Dade County has its own court system (the Eleventh Judicial Circuit), and bicycle accident cases in Miami would be filed there. BillBone Law Group is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts and can handle your case in the appropriate venue. The same Florida laws apply statewide, including the 3-foot passing law (§ 316.083), PIP insurance requirements (§ 627.736), comparative negligence (§ 768.81), and the two-year statute of limitations (§ 95.11(3)(a)).
Miami bicycle crash data: Miami-Dade County documented 550 bicycle accidents resulting in nearly 260 injuries, according to FLHSMV data. Florida documented 8,413 bicycle accidents statewide in 2023 with 227 cyclist fatalities. See the FLHSMV Crash Dashboard for detailed crash statistics and trends.
For more information, see our guides on what to do after a bicycle accident in Florida, West Palm Beach, Florida statewide bicycle accident page.
What Sets Our Law Firm Apart From The Rest?
Communication & Teamwork
We have big firm ability and experience, boutique firm creativity, and personal attention.
Clients can rely on us to be approachable, responsive, efficient, and effective. We respond promptly to telephone calls, report regularly on case developments, and stay on top of changes in the law.
Communication is one of the most critical and often overlooked aspects of the attorney-client relationship.
Knowing where you stand during a difficult time can be very comforting. We manage cases using a team approach; the client is an integral team member.
Working closely with you as the client, our attorneys quickly analyze the merits of each case, evaluate the underlying facts and law, and develop a strategy.
When the talents of their outstanding support staff join them, they provide clients with truly exceptional legal representation.
We Handle All Types of Miami Bicycle Accident Claims
We represent cyclists injured in Miami with all types of bike-accident claims, including:
Biscayne Boulevard (US-1) Right Hook Accidents
Injuries from negligent drivers failing to yield or distracted driving.
MacArthur Causeway Bridge Collisions
When a driver flees the scene, a crime in Florida.
US-1 / South Dixie Highway Dooring Incidents
Injury and damage from drivers opening doors into cyclists’ paths.
Rickenbacker Causeway Rear-End Collisions
Crashes due to potholes, debris, or unsafe road conditions.
Wynwood and Design District Hit-and-Run Crashes
Unique claims involving motorized bicycles.
Miami Beach Bike Lane Violations
Justice for families who lose loved ones in cycling accidents.
West Palm Beach Bike Accident Map
Interactive bicyclist crash map using FDOT public crash data for the West Palm Beach area. Use the filters below to view crashes by year and severity.
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Source: Florida Department of Transportation, Crashes_All FeatureServer, Bicyclist Crashes layer.
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The potential compensation for a bicycle accident claim varies significantly based on the unique details of each situation. Numerous factors influence settlement negotiations or trial verdicts, making it impossible to estimate a specific dollar figure without a thorough case evaluation.
Comparing your situation to others’ settlements or advertised results can be misleading. Every case has distinct circumstances that affect its worth. To receive an accurate assessment of your claim’s value, it’s essential to consult a skilled bicycle accident attorney who specializes in these types of injury cases. A knowledgeable lawyer can evaluate your situation based on facts and legal experience rather than speculation.
A seasoned bicycle accident attorney understands how to properly assess all relevant factors that impact case value. They also know which elements insurance adjusters and juries consider when determining appropriate compensation, such as:
- Injured person’s credibility
- Credibility of other parties
- Which party or parties responsible for the bike crash
- Damage to bike
- Nature and extent of injuries
- Cost of medical care and what portion paid by insurance
- Whether injured party has to repay any money that insurance company paid for medical care
- Amount of injured party’s out-of-pocket expenses
- Amount of future medical expenses in the event future medical care is required
- Whether injured party lost income and expected to lose income in the future
- Whether injured party has any prior injuries or pre-existing medical conditions that were not caused by or aggravated by the crash
- Whether injured person is married
- Whether injured person has children
- How the injuries affect relationship with family members
Florida’s bicycle laws apply statewide, including in Miami. Key statutes include:
- Florida’s 3-foot passing law
- Florida’s dooring law
- Florida’s comparative negligence rules
- Florida PIP insurance for cyclists
Our Florida bicycle laws overview covers these statutes in detail.
Our proven process maximizes your recovery:
- Free Case Evaluation: We assess your claim at no cost to determine its viability.
- Investigation: We gather police reports, medical records, and witness statements.
- PIP Claim Filing: We navigate Florida’s no-fault system to secure benefits.
- Negotiation: We deal with insurers to exceed PIP limits for a fair settlement.
- Lawsuit Filing: If needed, we file a lawsuit and prepare for litigation.
- Mediation or Trial: We pursue the best outcome, with only about 5% of cases going to trial.
- Appeals: We manage appeals to protect your rights.
We fight for all the compensation to which you may be entitled:
- Economic Damages: Medical bills, lost wages, property damage.
- Noneconomic Damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life.
- Punitive Damages: To punish reckless or intentional misconduct.
Settlements may be lump sum or structured, depending on your needs. We ensure coverage beyond PIP limits, including uninsured motorist claims if applicable.
Understanding Florida’s No-Fault Insurance System
Florida operates under a “no-fault” framework, requiring you to contact your insurance provider immediately after any bike accident involving a motor vehicle, regardless of who caused it. This system requires you to file a claim with your own insurer to cover initial expenses, no matter which party is responsible for the collision.
It’s equally important to consult an experienced bike accident attorney as soon as possible. Florida’s no-fault insurance process is intricate, filled with strict deadlines and technical requirements that can be challenging to navigate without professional guidance. An experienced lawyer will simplify the process, reduce your stress, and work to secure the full compensation you’re entitled to under the law.
Under Florida’s no-fault system, your insurance policy is the first resource for covering medical expenses, lost wages, and costs for services you can no longer perform due to your injuries, such as household chores. This applies universally, regardless of fault in the accident.
Personal Injury Protection (“PIP”) Coverage
Florida law requires all drivers to carry at least $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection insurance. This coverage ensures that accident victims receive benefits up to their policy limit, regardless of who is at fault. PIP insurance also protects you if you’re injured as a passenger in another vehicle, a pedestrian, or a cyclist involved in a motor vehicle collision.
Timing is crucial for a successful PIP claim. You must seek initial medical treatment from an authorized healthcare provider within 14 days of the accident. Missing this deadline, or failing to comply with other technical PIP regulations, could significantly reduce your benefits (from $10,000 to as little as $2,500) or result in a complete denial of your claim.
Authorized providers for PIP claims include medical doctors, osteopathic physicians, chiropractors, hospitals, and emergency medical personnel.
Medical costs and lost income can quickly surpass the $10,000 PIP minimum, even in minor accidents. Once PIP benefits are depleted, you may need to explore additional insurance options, such as health insurance or Uninsured Motorist coverage, or pursue compensation from the at-fault party’s insurance. The interplay between PIP claims, other insurance policies, and third-party liability creates a complex situation that can easily overwhelm accident victims.
Yes! Florida operates under a modified comparative negligence system with a 51% bar rule. While many states use the term “comparative negligence,” Florida law refers to this as “comparative fault.”
This legal framework assigns a percentage of fault to each party involved—including the injured person (plaintiff) and any defendants. The amount of compensation a plaintiff can recover depends on their degree of responsibility for the accident.
How It Works:
- If you are 50% or less at fault, you can still recover damages, but your compensation will be reduced by your assigned percentage of fault.
- If you are 51% or more at fault, you are completely barred from recovering any compensation under Florida’s 51% bar rule.
Example:
Suppose a jury awards $1 million in damages but finds the plaintiff 50% at fault for the accident. The plaintiff’s damage award is reduced by their assigned percentage of fault (50%) for a final award of $500,000 ($1,000,000 minus $500,000 = $500,000).
However, if the plaintiff is deemed 51% or more at fault, they receive nothing.
Florida allows injury victims to pursue compensation only if they are no more than 50% at fault. If fault reaches 51%, recovery is completely blocked.
Our No-Win, No-Fee Promise
We work on a contingency fee basis: no fees or costs unless we win. Our free consultations are available 24/7, including evenings and weekends, ensuring you can reach us anytime.
Protecting Cyclists Against Insurance Companies
Insurers often minimize payouts, but our cycling experience and trial expertise counter their tactics. We offer:
Personalized Attention
Work directly with Bill Bone and our experienced team, not junior associates.
Cyclist Perspective
As cyclists, we possess a deep and personal understanding of your experience and fight for your rights.
Stress-Free Support
We handle medical bills, insurance claims, and legal paperwork, keeping you informed.
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FAQs About Bicycle Accidents in Miami
BillBone Law Group, based at 530 S. Quadrille Blvd, Suite 200, West Palm Beach, handles bicycle accident cases throughout South Florida, including Miami-Dade County. The office is approximately 60 miles north of Miami via I-95. Call 561-810-3675 for a free case evaluation. Learn more: Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach County.
Seek medical treatment within 14 days at Jackson Memorial or another local hospital, call police to file a report, photograph the scene and your injuries, collect witness contact information, do not admit fault, and contact a bicycle accident lawyer before speaking to any insurance company. See our guide on what to do after a bicycle accident in Florida.
Florida’s statute of limitations for bicycle accident claims is two years from the date of the accident. Cases in Miami-Dade County are filed in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit. You should seek medical treatment within 14 days to preserve your full PIP benefits.
Biscayne Boulevard (US-1), the MacArthur Causeway, US-1 (South Dixie Highway) through Coconut Grove and Coral Gables, the Rickenbacker Causeway, and the high-speed arterial roads in the western suburbs are the most dangerous roads for cyclists in Miami.
Miami consistently ranks among the most dangerous U.S. cities for cyclists due to high-speed roads designed for cars, heavy tourist traffic, a large international visitor population unfamiliar with Florida cycling laws, and year-round cycling weather that puts cyclists on the road every day.
Yes. Bill Bone is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar, which is a statewide certification. We are admitted to practice in all Florida state courts, including the Miami-Dade County Circuit Court. We handle bicycle accident cases throughout South Florida.
While not legally required, a lawyer significantly increases your chances of full compensation. Insurance companies routinely offer unrepresented cyclists a fraction of what their case is worth. A Board Certified trial lawyer can build your case and take it to trial if needed.
Florida requires uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM) coverage on auto policies unless you signed a written rejection. Your UM coverage applies even when you’re on a bicycle. A lawyer can identify all available coverage sources.
Case value depends on medical expenses, injury severity, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and insurance coverage limits. BillBone Law Group has recovered settlements ranging from tens of thousands to $9M for injured cyclists.
Bill Bone is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law (held by only 1% of Florida lawyers), an avid cyclist, and has recovered millions for injured cyclists including a $9M settlement and $1.65M verdict. We bring Board Certified expertise and cycling advocacy to every case, regardless of where in South Florida the accident occurred.
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Miami Bicycle Accidents
Act Now to Protect Your Rights
If you’ve been hit by a car while cycling in Miami, the clock is already ticking. Florida’s 14-day PIP deadline and 2-year statute of limitations run from the moment of your crash. Evidence on Biscayne Boulevard, the MacArthur Causeway, or the Rickenbacker disappears quickly, and witnesses move on. Don’t let the insurance company use delay tactics to pressure you into a low settlement.
Call 561-810-3675 now for your free case evaluation. We serve injured cyclists throughout South Florida. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Se habla Español. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
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