In a collision, a cyclist often takes one impact from a vehicle and then a second impact from the ground or nearby objects. Dunnion Law knows how quickly a minor bike wreck can turn into weeks of treatment, missed work, and insurance pushback. We are a family-run firm with over 50 years of experience and more than 300 years of combined legal experience, including multiple eight-figure settlements and verdicts.
Our firm provides guidance on common injuries from bicycle accidents in Fresno. Our bicycle wreck attorneys can explain which injuries occur most often and why early medical documentation matters.
Cyclists lack the protection a vehicle provides, so injuries often involve the head, upper body, and joints. Even at low speeds, impact and landing can cause fractures, abrasions, and lingering symptoms that affect your work and daily routines.
One challenge is timing. Some symptoms, especially those caused by head injuries, may not feel severe right away. That does not mean the injury is minor. Prompt medical evaluation and a clear follow-up record can help protect your health. It also creates a clear timeline of key injuries if our Fresno attorneys need to explain why your condition changed after the bicycle collision.
We have handled bicycle accident cases involving all types of injuries.
These injuries can include concussions, traumatic brain injuries, and neck strains. Symptoms may include headache, dizziness, light sensitivity, nausea, confusion, and trouble concentrating. Head trauma matters because it can affect work and daily function long after the crash. Insurers may argue that your symptoms came from something else, so it is important to receive consistent care.
Fractures are common in bicycle collisions and falls, especially when a rider extends a hand or arm to prevent a fall. Injuries often involve:
These injuries can require immobilization, surgery, or physical therapy. Complete records of your injury diagnosis, treatment, and work restrictions can help our Fresno attorneys with your bicycle crash claim.
Slides and impacts can lead to deep abrasions, lacerations that require stitches, bruising, muscle strains, and facial or dental trauma. Even when these injuries sound minor, they can involve scarring, infection risk, and persistent pain, which is why photos and medical notes often matter.
Not every serious injury is visible at the scene. Blunt-force impacts can cause internal injuries that need evaluation. If symptoms worsen later, that timeline can support your claim.
Insurers focus on what they can measure quickly, which is one reason bike cases get undervalued. Our lawyers will work to show both the medical picture and the real-life impact.
Key documentation often includes:
Deadlines matter too. In California, you typically have two years to file an injury lawsuit, with shorter deadlines possible for claims against public entities under California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1. If liability is disputed, an attorney from our Fresno team can help gather witness accounts, photos, and the full medical timeline of your bicycle accident injuries.
Bicycle crash injuries can affect your health, finances, and daily life in ways that are hard to show without strong documentation. At Dunnion Law, we have represented injured Californians since 1975 and have recovered more than $800 million for clients. That background matters when an insurance company tries to downplay a concussion, a fracture, or the time you missed from work.
If you want guidance on common injuries from bicycle accidents in Fresno, speaking with our experienced lawyers can help you understand what your claim needs and the next steps. Contact us online today to schedule a free consultation.
