Aiken is known for its scenic neighborhoods and outdoor spaces, but it’s not always safe for cyclists. If you were hit by a car while riding your bike on Interstate 20, Silver Bluff Road, or a neighborhood street, you may be facing serious injuries, high medical bills, and weeks or months of recovery.
At Ted Law Firm, we represent injured bicyclists across Aiken County. We handle insurance claims, negotiate settlements, and take cases to court when necessary. Our goal is to help you recover the compensation you need to move forward.
Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
Most bike crashes are caused by negligent drivers who fail to watch for cyclists or don’t follow traffic laws.
We handle cases involving:
- Drivers failing to yield at intersections or crosswalks
- Cars turning in front of cyclists
- Sideswipes or “dooring” incidents
- Distracted or texting drivers
- Drunk or impaired drivers
- Speeding or reckless driving in neighborhoods
Whether your crash happened near downtown Aiken, a school zone, or a rural road, we’ll investigate the cause and pursue compensation on your behalf.
Injuries in Bicycle Accidents
Cyclists have little protection when hit by a car. Even low-speed accidents can cause serious injuries.
We represent clients suffering from:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord damage
- Broken bones and fractures
- Internal bleeding or organ damage
- Facial injuries or scarring
- Road rash and nerve damage
- Fatal injuries (wrongful death claims)
If you were hospitalized, needed surgery, or missed time from work, we’ll make sure those losses are factored into your claim.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
In South Carolina, injured cyclists can seek compensation for:
- Medical bills (emergency care, surgery, rehab)
- Lost wages or reduced earning ability
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress or anxiety
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Bicycle repairs or replacement
- Funeral costs (in fatal accidents)
We work with medical and financial experts to determine the real impact of your injuries, and we fight for a fair settlement, not just what the insurance company offers.
What If the Driver Blames You?
South Carolina follows a modified comparative negligence rule. That means:
- You can still recover compensation even if you were partly at fault as long as you were less than 51% responsible
- Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault
We gather evidence, including crash reports, eyewitness accounts, and surveillance footage to dispute false claims and protect your rights.
Why Hire Ted Law Firm?
We know how frustrating it is to deal with insurance companies while you’re recovering from an injury. When you hire us, we take care of everything.
Here’s what we do:
- Investigate how the crash happened
- Collect medical records and crash reports
- Calculate your total damages
- Deal with the insurance companies
- File a lawsuit if they won’t offer a fair settlement
You focus on healing. We’ll handle the legal work.
Talk to an Aiken Bicycle Accident Attorney Today
Don’t wait to get legal help. Bicycle accident cases are time-sensitive, and the insurance company is already building its case. Let us build yours. We proudly serve clients across all of South Carolina and Georgia including Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, and Atlanta. No matter where you are in either state, we’re here to help. And remember: you don’t pay a dime unless we win your case. There’s no risk just experienced support from a team you can trust. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
