Experienced Representation for Boise Cyclists Injured by Negligent Drivers
A bicycle offers no protection when another driver fails to share the road. At Johnson & Lundgreen, we represent injured cyclists across Boise and the Treasure Valley, holding negligent drivers and their insurers accountable for the harm a crash causes. From the first medical bill to the final settlement, our Boise bicycle accident lawyers manage the legal pressure so you can focus on healing. We have fought for injury victims throughout Idaho since 1998, and we handle bicycle accident cases on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis.
Why Choose Johnson & Lundgreen
When injured in an accident you need answers. Your free consultation will be with one of our experienced attorneys who can answer any question you may have. Never accept a free consultation with an investigator or paralegal. When a crash leaves you with broken bones, a head injury, or worse, you need a firm with the experience and resources to stand up to a well-funded insurance company. Johnson & Lundgreen has represented injured Idahoans since 1998 and has handled several thousand injury claims. Clients turn to us because we offer:
- Extensive experience. More than 25 years in successful trials and outstanding settlements representing injury victims across Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and all of Idaho.
- Credentials to back up our experience. Russ Johnson is designated as a civil trial specialist and is a past president of the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association, and both of our attorneys have won jury trials against some of the biggest auto insurers in the nation and argued before the Idaho Supreme Court on behalf of their clients.
- A genuine willingness to go to trial. Many firms quietly settle every case. Insurance companies know which firms will actually take them to court, and that reputation changes what they’re willing to offer. We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. Our past trial success means you will get a better offer on your case.
- Work with the attorney you start with. Scott Lundgreen or Russ Johnson will be the attorney who you will discuss your case with on the first phone call or visit and will be handling your case from start to finish. How do you decide if you can trust a law firm if your free consultation is with an investigator or paralegal?
- A truly local firm. We live and work in the Treasure Valley, so we know the area, courts, and local laws. Some “local” advertising law firms are from another state and answer phones and do some of the case work from another state.
- Free consultations and contingency representation, so you owe no attorney fees unless we recover for you.
- The flexibility to come to you, with home and hospital visits when injuries make travel difficult.
Our goal is straightforward. We take the legal burden off your shoulders and pursue every dollar your claim is worth. The insurers have been paid to provide coverage and we are committed to help them keep their promises.
Who Is Liable for a Bicycle Accident in Boise?
Liability usually rests with the driver or party whose negligence caused the crash. In many Boise bicycle accidents, a motorist turned across a bike lane, opened a door into a rider’s path, drifted while distracted, or failed to yield. More than one party can share responsibility, including an employer whose driver was working at the time or a government entity that left a roadway in a dangerous condition.
Because most bicycle crashes involve a motor vehicle, the claim often unfolds much like a Boise car accident case, and the same insurance tactics apply. Cyclists, like pedestrians, are vulnerable road users, so we move quickly to preserve evidence before it disappears.
What Are Idaho’s Bicycle Traffic Laws?
Idaho treats cyclists much like drivers. Every person riding a bicycle has the same rights and duties as the driver of any other vehicle. Idaho was also the first state to let cyclists treat stop signs as yield signs and steady red lights as stop signs, a rule widely known as the Idaho Stop.
Under that rule, a cyclist approaching a stop sign may slow, yield, and continue without a full stop when the way is clear, and may proceed through a red light after stopping and yielding to traffic. These details matter after a collision, because insurers often blame a rider for a maneuver that Idaho law actually allows.
How Does Idaho’s Comparative Negligence Rule Affect My Claim?
Idaho follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can still recover damages as long as you are less than 50 percent at fault for the crash, though your award is reduced by your share of the blame. If you are found equally or more responsible than the driver, you recover nothing.
Insurers understand this rule and often try to pin part of the blame on the cyclist to shrink or deny a payout. We counter those arguments with evidence, including witness statements, video, and expert analysis, to keep your share of fault where it belongs.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Bicycle Crash?
Compensation depends on the severity of your injuries and how the crash has changed your life. Cyclists, like motorcyclists, often suffer serious harm because they have so little protection in a collision. An injury claim may seek recovery for:
- Emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, and ongoing medical treatment
- Future medical needs, including rehabilitation and assistive devices
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and a diminished quality of life
- Scarring, disability, and disfigurement
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Damage to your bicycle and other personal property
When a crash takes a life, surviving family members may bring a wrongful death claim for their own losses.
How Long Do I Have to File a Bicycle Accident Claim in Idaho?
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit in Idaho. The same two-year deadline applies to a wrongful death claim, measured from the date of death. Claims against a government entity carry far shorter notice deadlines.
Missing the deadline usually means losing your right to compensation for good. Talking with a lawyer early gives us time to investigate while evidence is fresh and witnesses still remember what they saw.
What to Expect When You Work With Our Firm
When you contact Johnson & Lundgreen, we start by listening. We review the crash report, your medical records, and the facts of the collision, then explain your options in plain language. If we take your case, we deal with the insurance company, gather evidence, and build your claim while you focus on recovery. You work directly with your attorney throughout, and you pay no attorney fees unless we win.
Talk to a Boise Bicycle Accident Lawyer Today
A serious bicycle crash can mean months of recovery and a stack of unpaid bills. You do not have to face the insurance company alone. Contact Johnson & Lundgreen for a free consultation, and let our team handle the legal side while you heal. We will come to you when you need us, and you owe nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after a bicycle accident in Boise?
Get to safety and call for medical help first. If you are able, report the crash to police, exchange information with the driver, photograph the scene and your injuries, and collect contact details for any witnesses. See a doctor even if you feel fine, because some injuries surface days later.
How much does it cost to hire a bicycle accident lawyer?
Johnson & Lundgreen handles bicycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fees up front and owe no fees unless we recover compensation for you. The initial consultation is free, so there is no risk in learning where your case stands.
Do I still have a case if the driver was not ticketed?
Possibly. A driver can be financially responsible for your injuries even when police did not issue a citation. Fault in a civil claim is decided under negligence rules, not by whether a ticket was written. An attorney can review the evidence and tell you whether you have a claim.