Peekskill Bicycle Accidents Lawyer

With its growing cycling community and proximity to NYC, Peekskill sees increasing numbers of bike-car collisions , dooring incidents , and road hazards that put riders at risk.

Some of the most frequent causes include:

Dooring Incidents

One of the most common — and most dangerous — types of bike crashes occurs when parked car doors swing open without warning, striking passing cyclists. This frequently happens on:

• North Broadway
• South Columbus Avenue
• Main Street crosswalks
• near Metro-North crossings

Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law §1234 , cyclists have the same rights as motor vehicles — and we help prove driver negligence in dooring cases.

Left-Turn Strikes

Drivers turning left in front of oncoming cyclists cause serious head-on collisions — especially at intersections such as:

• Main Street & North Broadway
• Route 6 & Warring Avenue
• near Pleasantville border zones

These crashes often involve:

• Failure to yield
• Distracted driving
• Poor visibility due to blind spots

We help victims prove driver fault and secure full compensation.

Unsafe Lane Changes and Sideswipes

Commercial trucks, delivery vans, and ride-share drivers often make sudden lane changes or fail to leave enough clearance for cyclists — particularly on:

• I-287 merging lanes
• Route 9W access points
• near Cross County Shopping Center

We investigate thoroughly and hold negligent parties accountable.

Poorly Maintained Roads and Infrastructure

Potholes, uneven pavement, and missing bike lanes contribute to many falls — especially near:

• Railroad Crossing
• I-287 off-ramps
• local waterline upgrades

Municipalities have a duty to maintain safe roads — and we sue when they fail.

Driver Distractions and Speeding

Texting, eating, and using GPS while driving leads to impaired judgment and slower reaction times. This is common on:

• Route 6
• North Broadway
• Main Street
• near Peekskill Lake crossings

These incidents often lead to rear-end collisions and side-swipe crashes — particularly during peak commuting hours and holiday seasons.

Each of these scenarios requires a distinct legal approach — and we tailor every case to match the facts of your crash and location.

Types of Compensation Available After a Bicycle Collision in Peekskill

Victims of bicycle accidents may be entitled to multiple forms of financial recovery under New York State law , depending on the nature of the crash and severity of injuries.

You may be eligible for:

Medical Expenses – Covers emergency room visits at Northern Westchester Hospital , surgeries, physical therapy, and future treatment needs.
Lost Income – Compensates for time missed at work due to injury or recovery.
Pain and Suffering – Recognizes the emotional and physical toll of the collision.
Disability or Permanent Injury – Provides long-term support for impairments that affect quality of life.
Wrongful Death Benefits – Available to surviving family members in tragic fatal incidents.
Property Damage – Covers assistive devices like walkers or wheelchairs damaged in the fall.
Emotional Distress Damages – Especially important in cases involving psychological trauma or PTSD.
Punitive Damages – In extreme cases of gross employer neglect or willful misconduct.

Unlike typical car accident claims, bicyclists often face multiple liable parties , including:

• The driver who struck you
• The trucking company in commercial vehicle cases
• The municipality in poor road condition cases
• The property owner in automatic door strikes

We identify all responsible parties and build a strong case against them.