Jacob Priley, a beloved local public relations specialist, is fighting for his life after he was hit by a car while riding his bicycle in Park Slope. According to a report on Patch.com, the bicycle accident occurred on Fifth Avenue near Union Street the night of Sept. 22. NYPD officials said Priley was riding his bicycle northbound on Fifth Avenue and made a left turn onto Union Street on a green light.
The victim was then involved in a collision with an SUV that was traveling south on Fifth Avenue. Police said both Priley and the SUV had green lights. Priley was thrown off his bicycle and hit his head resulting in a traumatic brain injury. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jacob Priley and his family. We wish him the very best for a speedy and complete recovery.
Common Injuries in Bicycle Accidents
A bicycle accident can lead to a wide range of serious injuries, some of which have long-lasting and life-altering consequences. Among the more severe injuries suffered by such victims are head injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). A head injury after a bicycle accident can lead to cognitive impairments, paralysis, or even death.
Spinal cord injuries are another immediate concern in such cases and may occur when the impact of the accident damages the delicate nerves within the spinal cord. This can cause partial or complete paralysis, depending on the location and severity of the injury.
Fractures, especially in the arms, legs, and ribs, happen frequently in bicycle accidents. These injuries often require surgery, prolonged rehabilitation, and can lead to chronic pain or limited mobility. Road rash from the friction and scraping between the body and the road, can be severe, requiring skin grafts and leaving permanent scars. Internal injuries like organ damage, punctured lungs, or internal bleeding are also possible. However these may not be immediately apparent, making the need for early diagnosis and treatment critical.
Rights of Injured Bicyclists
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, there are a number of steps you can take to protect your rights. Make sure you get prompt medical attention. Obtain as much information as possible about the vehicle and driver including driver’s license, name and contact information as well as insurance policy details. Also, obtain as much evidence as possible from the scene including photos, videos and testimony from eyewitnesses. Contact an experienced New York bicycle accident lawyer who has experience handling street intersection accidents.
Injured victims may be able to seek compensation for damages including medical expenses, lost income and benefits, hospitalization, cost of rehabilitation, permanent injuries, disabilities, past and future pain and suffering, etc. An experienced New York personal injury lawyer will be able to guide victims’ families through what is often a complex legal process.
Families of deceased bicycle accident victims can file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking compensation for damages such as medical expenses, funeral costs, lost future income, and pain and suffering.
Contacting an Experienced Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident or pedestrian accident, or if you have lost a loved one in an auto accident caused by a negligent (careless) driver, the experienced New York personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Kenneth A. Wilhelm can help you better understand your legal rights and options, and also fight hard to recover just compensation for you.
For over 53 years, our skilled accident attorneys have established a proven track record of helping injured victims get fair compensation for their losses. Our law firm recently recovered $5,600,000 for a bicyclist who was hit by a van, and $2,550,000 for another victim of a truck accident, and $3,000,000 for a pedestrian who was hit by a car, and $2,000,000 in a hit-and-run accident, and the full $1,000,000 insurance policy for a pedestrian who was hit by a truck, and $4,625,000 for a driver who was in a car and was hit by a van, and $2,500,000 for a man who fell through an improperly secured hole.
We also obtained $295,000 out of a $300,000 insurance policy in compensation for the victim of a bicycle dooring accident (where a car door opens into the path of a bicyclist). Also, one of our clients obtained a verdict for $43,940,000 and another of our clients got a verdict for $23,500,000, both in medical malpractice cases.
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Source: https://patch.com/new-york/brooklyn/beloved-pr-rep-jacob-priley-fights-life-after-brooklyn-bike-crash