Bicycle Accident Lawyer in Texas

Cyclists are among the most vulnerable people on Texas roads. In 2025, 91 people riding bicycles were killed in Texas traffic crashes, a 13.75 percent increase from 2024 (TxDOT 2025 crash statistics). Many more suffered fractures, head injuries and road rash.

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Cyclists’ Rights Under Texas Law

A person riding a bicycle has the same rights and duties as a driver of a vehicle, except where the law says otherwise (Texas Transportation Code §551.101). Drivers must share the road, pass safely and yield where required. A driver who, with criminal negligence, injures a cyclist within a crosswalk area commits an offense (§545.428).

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

Drivers turning across a bike lane or into a cyclist’s path (“right hook” and “left cross”)
Opening a car door into a cyclist
Unsafe passing too close to a rider
Distracted and speeding drivers
Road hazards such as potholes and debris
Defective bicycle parts

Proving a Bicycle Accident Claim

Police crash report and witness statements
Photos of the scene, your bicycle and your injuries
Video from nearby cameras, dash cams or your own bike camera
Your damaged helmet and bicycle, kept as they are
Medical records documenting every injury

Insurers sometimes argue that cyclists are to blame. Texas reduces damages by your share of fault and bars recovery only above 50 percent, so careful investigation matters.

Bicycle Accident FAQ

How long do I have to file a claim in Texas?

Usually two years from the date of the injury (Civil Practice and Remedies Code §16.003). For an injured child, the two years generally do not begin to run until the child turns 18 (§16.001), but evidence should be preserved right away. Claims against government entities require written notice much sooner.

Does my car insurance cover me while cycling?

Often your own personal injury protection and uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage can apply when a car hits you on a bicycle, depending on the policy terms.

What if I was not wearing a helmet?

Texas has no statewide helmet law for adult cyclists. The insurer may still argue that a helmet would have reduced an injury, but it does not automatically defeat your claim.

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