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At Vivo Cycling Attorney, our mission is to protect cyclists’ rights and seek justice for cycling-related incidents. With our expertise and dedication, we stand by your side through every legal challenge.
Don’t face legal challenges alone.
Call us today at (561) 665-1130 for a trusted ally in your cycling case.
The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Vivo, PA is one of the few law firms in the country that specializes in representing cyclists after Bicycle Accidents. Since its inception in 2013, Jeff and his team have defended hundreds of cyclists. Jeff and The Team handle each and every client’s case with personal care and attention. Jeff has been riding and racing his bike for nearly twenty-years, and has achieved great success in Florida, including multiple State Time Trial Champion titles. As a cyclist, Jeff’s passion for cycling has allowed him to fuse passion with his extensive legal training. Jeff carries a unique perspective to each bicycle accident case, that very few attorney’s can claim they have.
1. Jeff is an experienced cyclist, who has ridden many popular bicycle routes throughout Florida and has knowledge of numerous scenarios, situations, and hazards that may arise.
2. Jeff himself has been victim of a bike accident. In 2015, as a result of a careless driver, Jeff sustained injuries requiring multiple shoulder surgeries which took him away from cycling for several months. Although, that experience was challenging for Jeff, it provided him a real world opportunity to feel what his clients experience, and ss a result, each case is handled with empathy and compassion.
The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Vivo, PA is very passionate about providing opportunities to local bike riders; having sponsored a local racing team nearly every year it has been in business. The Vivo Cycling Attorney cycling kit can be seen about anywhere in South Florida. The firm has sponsored numerous bicycle race series, including the Rosewood Criterium Series in South Florida, which has the distinction of being the oldest bike racing series in Florida. In 2020, Vivo Cycling Attorney collaborated with the family owned bike event company, Gone Riding, to host the first gravel bike race series in Florida. The ultimate goal of the series was to encourage cyclist to explore gravel riding, and lessen the chances of becoming victims of cycling accidents on the road with motorists.
Jeff’s aim is to be an advocate for cyclist in the community, lowering the number of bike v. car accidents by spreading awareness to drivers, and discussing safety with cyclists.
Our firm specializes in cycling law, advocating for cyclists' rights and providing comprehensive legal representation in cycling-related cases.
You are not just a case number. We take the time to listen to your concerns and keep you informed at every step of the legal process.
At Vivo Cycling Attorneys we actively support local cycling events and organizations, giving back to the community that we serve.
With a history of successful outcomes and numerous satisfied clients, we have a strong reputation as trusted advocates for cyclists.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a cycling accident, Connect with our team to pursue the justice you deserve.
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Cyclist injuries caused by reckless drivers. We advocate for fair compensation following accidents due to negligence, illegal U-turns, unsafe passing, and dangerous close calls.
We ensure accountability for accidents caused by discarded tires, debris, and neglected road upkeep. We can obtain the resolution you deserve.
Handling cases related to defective bicycle products that lead to accidents or injuries. We hold manufacturers accountable for their products' safety.
Victim of a hit and run? We stand up for cyclists injured by reckless motorists who flee the scene. Seek justice for your injuries with our dedicated legal support.
We hold entities accountable for cyclist injuries caused by unsafe road conditions. Potholes, non-compliant markings, and more – we fight for justice and compensation.
We assist cyclists with injuries caused by illegal parking, blocked bike lanes, and car door incidents. Trust our experienced legal team to support you.
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Your first concern should be your immediate safety. If you are still in the roadway after the accident, move yourself and your bike out of the road if possible. After, call 911 and report the accident, be specific in the phone call as to how the accident occurred, as this call will be recorded and will be an excellent way to memorialize the chain of events, the facts cannot be distorted later. If there are any witnesses to the accident, be sure to get their contact information, so that your attorney and/or investigating officer can speak with them. While waiting for an ambulance to arrive on the scene, be sure to take time to document the scene of the accident with photographs if possible. Finally, when paramedics arrive, listen to their recommendations as to whether you should proceed to a hospital, oftentimes adrenaline and embarrassment can cause accident victims to deny emergency medical care. In the event that you hit your head in the accident, the injuries may not be immediately apparent to you, but can be diagnosed in an Emergency Room.
It is not wise to give yourself a medical diagnosis. Similarly, it is not wise to determine whether you have a valid cycling injury case. A simple phone call to a bike accident lawyer, can dispel or confirm your doubts as to whether you have a valid case. There are many factors that can contribute to an accident that a person not versed in law surrounding bicycle accidents can overlook.
The compensation one can recover from an injury sustained in a bike accident is dependent on several factors.
Liability-Florida is a comparative fault state, which means if an injured party is partially at fault for the accident, their compensation may be reduced. (Example: Injured cyclist is 30% at fault for causing an accident, if a jury awards them $100,000, the court will reduce the verdict to $70,000.)
Injuries-Compensation for accidents are based on the injuries sustained in an accident. More severe injuries which require more medical attention treatment, thus incursion of more medical bills, will result in a larger monetary compensation.
Insurance coverage-In the event a person is involved in a cycling accident with a driver, the amount of compensation will be determined by the amount of insurance coverage afforded by the driver’s policy. If the maximum amount of coverage is $10,000, then the insurance company in most instances will only be responsible for that amount. If the driver has substantial assets in addition to the policy, then those assets can be pursued in certain instances, but that process is extremely lengthy and challenging. Additionally, a cyclist is also covered by their auto insurance, and if they have Underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage, this may provide additional coverage in the event the at fault driver has a minimal/small policy coverage amount such as $10,000. It is import for cyclists to have underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage on their auto policy for the instances mentioned above.
Florida has a 4-year statute of limitations from the date of the accident. This means that from the date of your accident, you have 4-years to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party. It is important to contact a bicycle accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident, so that evidence and witness statements can be collected as soon as possible; overtime, recollections of events become inaccurate and forgotten, security footage gets erased, 911 calls get deleted, and people move locations. In order to maximize your chances of success in your cycling injury claim, it is important to have an experienced bicycle accident lawyer investigate your case as soon as possible.
Only 3-5% of injury cases actually end up in a jury trial. A vast majority of cases are resolved without having to file suit against the at fault party. The other majority of cases are resolved after suit is filed, and at sometime before trial, generally at mediation.
Florida lawyers are compensated in personal injury cases on contingency fee basis, which means the accident victim does not pay the lawyer an upfront fee for their services, and the lawyer fronts all the costs. After a settlement or jury verdict is reached, the lawyer is compensated a percentage of the settlement or jury award.
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(561) 665-1130
601 Heritage Dr. Ste. 446
Jupiter, FL 33458