Expert Witnesses in Bicycle Accident Cases

Expert witnesses provide specialized knowledge juries need to understand your case. Different experts serve different purposes in bicycle accident litigation.

Types of Expert Witnesses

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Accident Reconstructionist

• Determines how crash occurred

• Calculates speeds and angles

• Establishes fault through physics

• Creates visual presentations

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Biomechanical Expert

• Links forces to injuries

• Explains injury mechanisms

• Counters defense arguments about causation

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Medical Experts

• Treating physicians testify to care provided

• Independent medical experts explain prognosis

• Specialists address specific injuries

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Life Care Planner

• Projects future medical needs

• Calculates lifetime care costs

• Essential for serious injury cases

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Economist

• Calculates lost earnings

• Projects future wage losses

• Determines present value of future damages

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Vocational Expert

• Assesses work limitations

• Identifies alternative employment

• Supports lost earning capacity

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Cycling Expert

• Explains cycling practices

• Addresses visibility and safety

• Counters cyclist-blaming arguments

When Experts Are Needed

- Disputed liability

• Serious injuries

• Future damages claims

• Complex technical issues

• Defense experts must be rebutted

Expert Costs

Experts are expensive:

• $300-1,000/hour

• Reports: $2,000-10,000+

• Trial testimony: $3,000-15,000+

Usually advanced by attorney, paid from settlement.