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If you were hit while riding in Providence or anywhere in Rhode Island, you already know how the story usually gets told: the driver says they never saw you. Cyclists carry no steel around them, so an ordinary traffic mistake becomes a hospital stay.
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You have the same right to the road as any driver. A dedicated Rhode Island bicycle accident attorney at the Law Offices of Michael F. Campopiano is ready to rebuild what actually happened, push back on the assumption that you must have done something wrong, and pursue the full compensation you are owed.
Call (401) 288-3888 for your free, confidential consultation. No fee unless we win.
How Michael F. Campopiano Can Help After a Bicycle Crash in Rhode Island
Bicycle claims turn on bias as much as on facts. Insurers lean on the idea that the cyclist was reckless, was not visible, or “came out of nowhere.” We take that argument apart with evidence before it hardens into their settlement position.
A Rhode Island bicycle accident lawyer from our firm makes the difference by stepping in immediately to:
Establish your right to the road
Rhode Island requires a helmet only for riders 15 and younger under R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-19-2.1. Critically, that statute says failure to wear a helmet shall never be treated as contributory or comparative negligence, and is not admissible as evidence in any civil trial. If an adjuster raises your helmet, they are raising something the law does not let them use. Cyclists also carry the full rights and duties of any driver under § 31-19-3.
Preserve the evidence that disappears
Reconstruct the collision
Document the full injury
Handle the insurer
Call us today at (401) 288-3888 to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help.
Common Causes of Serious Bicycle Accidents in Providence
Most cycling injuries are not caused by the cyclist. They are caused by a driver who failed to look, failed to yield, or passed too close.
Our Rhode Island bicycle accident attorneys handle cases arising from:
Unsafe Passing
Rhode Island requires a driver to pass a cyclist on the left at a safe distance, defined by R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-15-18 as enough room to avoid contact if the rider fell into the lane, and to stay clear until safely past.
Right Hook Collisions
Left Cross Collisions
Dooring
Failure to Yield at Intersections
Dangerous Road Surfaces
Severe Injuries and Damages in Bicycle Accident Claims
A cyclist has no crumple zone. Even a low-speed impact transfers directly to the body, and the result is often surgery, months off work, and permanent change.
Common Catastrophic Injuries:
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Facial and Dental Injuries
Clavicle, Wrist and Arm Fractures
Road Rash and Scarring
Spinal and Nerve Damage
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Under Rhode Island personal injury law, you can pursue damages for:
Medical Bills and Rehabilitation
Lost Wages and Loss of Earning Capacity
Pain and Suffering
Property Damage
We are here to fight for every dollar you deserve. Contact us today for a free review.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bicycle Accidents
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We handle a wide range of personal injury cases, including car accidents, slip and falls, Dog Bite, and more. No matter the complexity of your case, we have the expertise and resources to fight for the compensation you deserve.”
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bicycle Accidents
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Rhode Island requires a helmet only for riders 15 and younger under R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-19-2.1. Critically, that statute says failure to wear a helmet shall never be treated as contributory or comparative negligence, and is not admissible as evidence in any civil trial. If an adjuster raises your helmet, they are raising something the law does not let them use. Cyclists also carry the full rights and duties of any driver under § 31-19-3.
The police officer’s opinion on fault is not the final determination in a civil claim. We conduct our own independent investigation, often using accident reconstruction experts, to challenge the report’s conclusion and prove the other driver’s true negligence.
Rhode Island uses a pure comparative negligence rule under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-20-4. You can recover even if you are found partly at fault, with your award reduced by your share. That matters in cycling cases, because blaming the rider is the insurer’s first move.
We pursue evidence of distracted driving (like cell phone records) to prove negligence. Distracted driving is a significant breach of the duty of care and often leads to higher compensation awards because it demonstrates a blatant disregard for safety.
If a pothole, sunken grate, or broken pavement caused your crash, the claim runs against the city or town responsible for that road, and Rhode Island gives you very little time. Written notice must reach the town within 60 days under R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-15-9. Contact us immediately if road condition played any part in your crash.
Yes. We pursue the cost of repairing or replacing your bicycle, helmet, and damaged gear from the at-fault driver’s insurer, alongside your injury claim. Keep the damaged bicycle and do not repair it until it has been documented, because it is physical evidence of the force involved.
Yes. We work with medical and financial experts to calculate the total cost of your lifetime care, including future surgeries, chronic pain management, and long-term rehabilitation. This is a crucial component of any catastrophic injury settlement.
In Rhode Island the limitations period for personal injury is generally three years from the date of the crash under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14(b). Claims against a city or town carry a far shorter notice deadline. Act early: camera footage is overwritten in days.
Contact Our Rhode Island Bicycle Accident Attorney for a Free Consultation
Contact Our Rhode Island Bicycle Accident Attorney for a Free Consultation
At MFC Law, we know how disorienting it is to be hit while doing something as ordinary as riding to work. We handle the insurer, the paperwork, and the pressure, and keep you informed at every step. You pay no fee unless we win.
We proudly serve Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket, Woonsocket, East Providence, Newport, and communities across Rhode Island. Our team speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese, so every client feels understood and informed.
Talk to us before you give the driver’s insurer a statement. Schedule your free, confidential consultation today. There is no fee unless we win.
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