Were you injured in a Citi Bike accident in Queens?
At Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers, we are trusted Citi Bike accident lawyers serving clients across Queens and the surrounding area.
If you were hurt in a Citi Bike accident, our Queens, NY Citi Bike accident lawyer can file your no-fault claim, document your injuries, and pursue compensation from the driver who caused the crash. We manage each insurance claim from the first medical bill through settlement or trial.
Our team at Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers brings 100 combined years of attorney experience to bicycle accident cases. We act only for injured plaintiffs, never for insurers. Reach out to our office to arrange a meeting about your case.
Citi Bike Accident Lawyer Queens, NY
A Citi Bike accident lawyer pursues injury claims for people hurt while riding New York City's bike share bikes. In Queens, that work often combines two claims. The first is a no-fault claim for medical bills and lost wages. The second is a negligence claim against the at-fault driver for the losses no-fault does not cover.
Cyclist volumes on Queens Boulevard rose between 100 and 450 percent after DOT added seven miles of protected bike lanes from Queens Plaza to Hillside Avenue, according to a 2024 DOT release.
Types of Citi Bike Accident Cases We Handle in Queens
Citi Bike riders in Queens are hurt in collisions with private cars, commercial trucks, for-hire vehicles, and other riders. We pursue claims against each of these parties.
- Car accidents. A driver who changes lanes without checking for cyclists can strike a rider with little room to react. We gather the police report, photographs, and witness names, then present the claim to the driver's carrier.
- T-bone accidents. A vehicle that runs a red light or turns without yielding can hit a Citi Bike rider broadside in the intersection. Signal timing and camera footage often establish who entered first, so we request both early.
- Truck accidents. Tractor-trailers and box trucks make wide turns that can trap a rider against the curb. A truck claim may name the driver, the carrier, and the company that loaded the vehicle.
- Delivery accidents. Delivery vans and workers on motorized bikes can strike Citi Bike riders in bike lanes and at curbside stops. We identify the operator and the company the delivery was for.
- Taxi accidents. Cabs stopping for passengers can cut across a rider's path or open a door into it. Taxi claims are presented against commercial insurance policies.
- Rideshare accidents. An Uber or Lyft driver heading to a pickup may be covered by a different policy than a driver with a passenger on board. We obtain the trip records needed to identify the correct coverage.
- Hit and run accidents. A driver's decision to flee does not end a rider's claim. We search for video from nearby businesses and pursue the coverage that remains available if the driver is never identified.
- Scooter accidents. Collisions with e-scooter riders in shared bike lanes raise the question of who carries insurance. We will review the operator's policies and any business that owned the scooter.
- Wrongful death. Families of riders killed in Citi Bike crashes may pursue wrongful death damages through the estate. We represent the estate and seek compensation for the family's losses.
Why Choose Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers as My Citi Bike Accident Lawyer in Queens, NY?
Representation in English and Spanish Across Queens
Ivan Rodriguez is fluent in Spanish. He earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from John Jay College in 1996 and his law degree from Hofstra University in 2001. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America.
Laura Rosenberg concentrates on personal injury law and is admitted to practice in both state and federal courts. She studied political science at the University of San Diego before law school. Lawyers of Distinction has recognized her with its Excellence in the Practice of Law award. She also holds the Gold Client Champion award from Martindale-Hubbell.
Riders who hire our firm retain a personal injury lawyer in Queens, NY backed by those credentials.
Verdicts and Settlements for Injured New Yorkers
The cases below are part of the millions of dollars recovered for our clients:
- A cyclist struck by a vehicle who sustained a head injury: $275,000 settlement
- $815,000 jury verdict
- $760,000 jury verdict
- A pedestrian knocked down by a mini school bus: $100,000
We handle Citi Bike cases on a contingency fee. Our firm is paid only if we recover compensation for you.
Understanding Citi Bike Accident Cases
What Are Important Aspects of a Citi Bike Accident Case?
A Citi Bike claim in Queens depends on proof in five areas. Each one affects how much the claim is worth.
- Insurance order. A rider struck by a motor vehicle generally applies for no-fault benefits through that vehicle's insurer before pursuing the driver.
- Injury severity. Claims for pain and suffering against a driver must meet New York's serious injury threshold.
- Fault. Adjusters often question a rider's lane position or speed to shift blame.
- Medical proof. Fractures and traumatic brain injuries need consistent treatment records.
- Available coverage. When the driver doesn’t have insurance, other coverage may still apply.
What Is the Citi Bike Accident Case Timeline?
Most Queens Citi Bike claims move through the same stages. Medical care and the no-fault application come first. While treatment continues, we collect the police report, the ride record, and witness accounts. If a transit authority bus was involved, the rider has 90 days to serve a notice of claim.
Once treatment reaches a stable point, we send a demand to the driver's insurer and negotiate. Claims that do not settle go to court. The statute of limitations for these cases is three years under CPLR 214. Discovery and depositions follow the filing. If the case does not resolve, it proceeds to trial.
Damages, Liability, and Compensation for Citi Bike Accident Cases
A negligence claim requires proof that a driver or company failed to use reasonable care and that the failure caused the rider's injuries. The release in the Citi Bike rental agreement names the City of New York, the bike share operator, and the program's sponsors. Drivers are not among the parties it lists.
Recoverable losses include:
- Hospital, surgical, and therapy costs, including future care
- Wages lost during recovery and any lasting loss of earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life when the injury qualifies as a serious injury
- Out-of-pocket costs such as transportation to medical appointments
- Personal property damaged in the crash, such as a phone or helmet
No-fault benefits cover basic economic loss up to $50,000 per person. Losses above that amount can be claimed from the at-fault driver.
New York applies a comparative fault rule. A rider's damages are reduced by the rider's own share of fault. In lawsuits against drivers filed since May 2026, a rider found more at fault than all defendants combined cannot recover. Because a single percentage can end the claim, we challenge fault allocations with the physical evidence.
What Should You Bring to Your Citi Bike Accident Consultation?
The first meeting is more productive when you bring these records.
- Your health insurance card and any claim numbers from insurers
- The ride record from your Citi Bike account
- Discharge papers and follow-up instructions from the hospital
- Recent pay stubs or tax records showing your income
- Names and phone numbers of any witnesses
During the meeting, we explain how the no-fault claim and the injury claim will proceed and which deadlines apply.
Most Dangerous Locations for Citi Bike Accidents in Queens
Dangerous streets
- Queens Boulevard. DOT lists Queens Boulevard as a Vision Zero priority corridor. Its stretch from Skillman Avenue to Roosevelt Avenue recorded 351 injuries from 2019 to 2023 and ranks in the top 10 percent of the most dangerous streets in Queens.
- Northern Boulevard. DOT identifies Northern Boulevard as a Vision Zero priority corridor. Between 51st Street and Broadway, pedestrians and bicyclists accounted for 34 percent of reported injuries.
Dangerous highway and bridge approaches
- Queensboro Bridge and Queens Plaza. The bridge is the second-busiest East River crossing for cyclists. In May 2025, the city made the north outer roadway a cyclist-only path after the shared path became overcrowded.
- Borden Avenue near the Long Island Expressway. Local streets around Borden Avenue carry heavy traffic headed to the expressway. Large trucks share these streets with cyclists. DOT recorded two cyclist deaths at Borden Avenue intersections in 2019.
Reach Out to Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers to Schedule a Consultation
Our Queens Citi Bike accident lawyer can start your no-fault claim and begin collecting evidence after the first meeting. Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers works on a contingency fee. You pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation. We respond to new inquiries as quickly as we can. Contact us to set up a meeting.
