What is the deadline for filing a bicycle accident lawsuit in Nevada?
Nevada has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including bicycle accidents. That means you generally have two years from the date of your crash to file a lawsuit. If you wait too long, you may lose your right to compensation altogether.
What if I was partially at fault for the crash?
Nevada follows a modified comparative fault system under NRS 41.141. If you were partly to blame, you can still recover compensation, as long as you weren’t more than 50% responsible. Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault, so be sure to work with an experienced bicycle accident lawyer who can protect you and your claim from any attempts to shift fault onto you.
How much does it cost to hire a bicycle accident lawyer?
At Sweet James, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing up front. We only get paid if we win your case. If there’s no recovery, you owe us nothing.
Can I still file a claim if I wasn’t wearing a helmet?
Yes. Nevada law doesn’t require adult bicyclists to wear helmets. While it may affect how the insurance company views your case, it does not automatically prevent you from filing a claim or receiving compensation.
What happens if the driver who hit me is uninsured or leaves the scene?
Usually, the at-fault driver’s liability insurance should pay for your medical bills and other damages. But if the driver was uninsured, underinsured, or fled the scene in a hit-and-run, you may still have options. If you carry uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage on your own auto policy, it can extend protection to you as a cyclist, even though you weren’t driving at the time of the crash.
