Bicycle Accidents
In this video, founding partners Mike Danko and Kristine Meredith discuss the high-stakes reality of bicycle accident litigation in California. As avid cyclists themselves, the attorneys at Danko Meredith bring a unique, first-hand perspective to representing victims of driver negligence and dangerous road conditions.
The video highlights the firm’s relentless approach to discovery, specifically detailing a landmark case in Redwood City. When local law enforcement incorrectly blamed a cyclist for a fatal collision on El Camino Real, Danko Meredith’s investigative team uncovered suppressed state documents proving a dangerous crosswalk design was the true cause. This dedication resulted in a $9.5 million jury verdict, holding the state accountable for prioritizing budget over public safety.
If you are seeking a San Mateo bicycle accident lawyer who understands the technicalities of roadway design liability and personal injury law, this video illustrates why Danko Meredith is the authoritative choice for catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims.
Contact Danko Meredith today for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless they win your case.
Transcript
At Danko Meredith, we’re cyclists ourselves. We understand the unique challenges that bicyclists face on the road. We know that even the most experienced rider can be seriously injured by a negligent driver or a poorly designed roadway.
We’ve seen firsthand how a bicycle accident can change a person’s life in an instant. That’s why we’re committed to providing our clients with the best possible representation. We have the experience and the resources to take on even the most complex cases.
One of our past cases involved a 62-year-old Redwood City man named Chris Chandler. Chris was struck by a car and killed while he was crossing El Camino Real. The police claimed Chris rode his bike into oncoming traffic and even investigated the case as a possible suicide.
But we didn’t accept the police department’s version of events. We launched our own investigation and found eyewitnesses who confirmed that Chris was actually in a marked crosswalk and walking his bike when he was killed.
We also uncovered internal state documents showing that the state knew this particular crosswalk was dangerous. In fact, the state had refused to fix it because not enough people had been killed or injured there yet to justify the cost.
We took the case to trial and won a $9.5 million verdict for Chris’s family. It’s cases like these that drive us to do what we do. We’re not just lawyers; we’re advocates for our clients and their families.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, we’re here to help. We’ll investigate your case, identify the responsible parties, and work tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve.