Bicycle Accidents in Friendswood
Friendswood cyclists who get struck by drivers face two predictable problems: the injuries are usually severe (no airbag, no crumple zone) and the carrier's first move is to blame the rider for "darting out" or being "where they shouldn't have been." We investigate from the cyclist's perspective and present the case that way to insurers — and to juries.
Texas law that governs bicycle accident cases
Common injuries we see in Friendswood
- Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- Spinal cord damage
- Fractures (collarbone, wrist, ribs, pelvis)
- Internal organ injuries
- Road rash and lacerations
- Dental and facial injuries
- PTSD and anxiety
- Permanent disfigurement
Compensation we pursue
- Past and future medical care
- Rehabilitation and therapy
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Diminished quality of life
- Bicycle and equipment replacement
- Punitive damages where appropriate
Frequently asked questions for Friendswood clients
Do bicycles have the same rights as cars on Friendswood roads?
Yes. Under Texas Transportation Code § 551.101, a cyclist has the same rights and duties as a driver. Friendswood drivers must treat cyclists as traffic.
The driver fled the scene. Can I still recover?
Often, yes. If you carry Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage on your own auto policy, that coverage typically applies to hit-and-run bicycle injuries even though you weren't in a car.
What if I wasn't wearing a helmet?
Texas has no statewide adult bicycle helmet law. Helmet use generally cannot be used to reduce recovery when no statute required one.
Court venue for Friendswood cases
Personal injury cases arising in Friendswood are typically filed in Galveston and Harris counties (county seat: Galveston / Houston), in the District Courts or County Courts at Law. We're familiar with the local procedures and carrier tendencies in this venue.
Getting from Friendswood to our Houston office
From Friendswood, take FM 518 West to Highway 288 North, then to US-59 North, then West Loop 610 North to Westheimer.
Newman Injury Law
2401 Fountain View Dr, Suite 830
Houston, TX 77057
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