Sleepy Hollow Bicycle Accidents Lawyer

With its growing cycling community and proximity to NYC, Sleepy Hollow 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
• Sunset Avenue
• near Metro-North station zones

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 like:

• Main Street & North Broadway
• Sleepy Hollow Road & 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:

• Route 9W access points
• Hamilton Avenue bridges
• Saw Mill River Road near Hudson River Greenway

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-87 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:

• Broadway
• North Broadway
• Route 9
• near Sleepy Hollow Lake crossings

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

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 Sleepy Hollow

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