Bike Accident Attorneys

By Ben Dodge, Esq. – Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC
#BikeAccidentAttorneys #BAA #ArizonaBicycleLaw #CyclistRights #MindsetMatters

Arizona’s roads are heating up—and not just from the desert sun. Over the past few years, the number of bicycle accidents across our state has spiked, leaving too many cyclists broken, forgotten, and underrepresented by firms that don’t understand the cycling world.

Here’s the blunt truth: most law firms don’t get it. They see your bicycle wreck as just another car crash case. But cycling cases are not car cases. They’re a unique battlefield of bias, physics, and specialized law—and if your attorney doesn’t live and breathe cycling, you’ll pay the price in your settlement.

That’s exactly why I founded Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC—a law firm built by cyclists, for cyclists. I’m not a hobby rider. I’m a 10,000-mile-per-year cyclist, a Race Across America, Race Across France, and World Championship finisher. I’ve bled on the asphalt of Arizona myself. I know the roads. I know the bias. And I know how to win these cases.

Arizona’s Alarming Bicycle Accident Trend

The data doesn’t lie:

• Arizona ranks among the deadliest states for cyclists, with roughly 6.8 bicyclist deaths per 1 million residents—second only to Florida.
• In 2021, Arizona recorded 45 fatal bicycle collisions and 982 injury crashes.
• Over the last decade, Maricopa County alone has averaged more than 20 cyclist deaths per year.
• Nationally, 2023 saw 1,149 cyclist deaths—the highest number ever recorded.

Cycling is growing in popularity—but so are the dangers.

Why Are Bicycle Accidents Increasing in Arizona?

1. Infrastructure Fails Cyclists

Arizona’s sprawling cities were built for cars, not bikes. Too few protected bike lanes, high-speed arterials, and poor intersections create deadly conditions. Research confirms that protected bike infrastructure drastically reduces crash severity and frequency.

2. Motorist Bias

There’s a deep cultural bias against cyclists here. Too many drivers treat cyclists as “inconveniences,” not equals. But under A.R.S. § 28-812, cyclists are legally entitled to the same rights and duties as drivers.
And under A.R.S. § 28-735, drivers must leave at least three feet of clearance when overtaking a cyclist. Most don’t—and the results can be fatal.

3. Distracted and Aggressive Driving

Smartphones, speeding, and road rage have turned every commute into a risk assessment. A moment’s distraction for a driver can end a cyclist’s life.

4. More Riders, More Exposure

Arizona’s weather and active lifestyle attract cyclists year-round. More riders on unsafe roads equals more collisions.

The Legal Reality: Most Law Firms Aren’t Equipped for These Cases

Here’s the uncomfortable truth most lawyers won’t tell you:

• They treat bike wrecks like car wrecks.
  They don’t understand the nuances of cycling law, bike mechanics, or road design failures. They miss key liability angles and settle cheap.
• They don’t know how to fight bias.
  Jurors, adjusters, and even officers often blame cyclists first. Without a lawyer who rides and can dismantle that bias, your recovery suffers.
• They don’t dig deep enough.
  Most firms chase volume and quick settlements. That’s not how you maximize a cyclist’s recovery. At Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC, we go the distance—every case, every time.

Why Cyclists Trust Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC

We’re not a general personal injury firm dabbling in bike crashes.
We are Arizona’s only truly cyclist-dedicated trial law firm—founded on passion, precision, and persistence.

Here’s how we’re different:

• We ride. We race. We know. The roads, the culture, the risks, the physics—this isn’t theory for us.
• We know the statutes—A.R.S. §§ 28-812, 28-735, 28-815, 28-817—and how to leverage them to prove liability and maximize damages.
• We fight bias head-on. We educate juries, confront insurers, and turn “anti-cyclist” narratives into wins.
• We don’t settle cheap. We’ve secured millions for clients that other firms wrote off as “too small” or “too hard.”
• We care. Every cyclist we represent matters. Because we are cyclists.

What to Do After a Bicycle Crash in Arizona

1. Get medical help immediately. Hidden trauma is common.
2. Document everything—your injuries, your bike, the scene, and the vehicle.
3. Don’t fix or discard your bike. It’s key evidence.
4. Don’t talk to the insurance company alone. They’re not your friend.
5. Call Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC.
   Get a cyclist-lawyer who actually knows your world—and will go to trial if that’s what justice demands.

Final Word from a Cyclist Who Fights for Cyclists

Arizona’s roads are brutal. The stats prove it. But the real tragedy isn’t just the crash—it’s what happens afterward when cyclists trust firms that don’t understand their reality.

At Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC, we’re rewriting that story.
We know the roads, we live the risk, and we fight like hell for those who ride.

You’ve already survived the crash. Now make sure you win the fight that follows.

Contact Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC today — the law firm built by cyclists, for cyclists.

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Ben Dodge, Esq., Endurance/Ultra Cyclist

I hope you always enjoy the ride! Hopefully you’ll never need us, but if you are ever involved in a wreck—we are here for you. My practice is exclusively for cyclists. I manage a national network of cycling attorneys who represent cyclists in every state. I ride. I race. I advocate. I choose to live and ride. #mylawyerdoesntsuck #arizonabicyclelawyer #bicyclelawyer #BAA

Bicycle crash and bicycle accident lawyer Ben Dodge

A bicycle crash is not always an accident. If you, or someone you know has been injured in a bicycle crash or accident caused by a road hazard or dangerous road condition, hire a personal injury attorney who is experienced and has a successful track record. Ben Dodge, a licensed Arizona bicycle accident lawyer, has dedicated his entire firm to one purpose: representing cyclists. Bicycle accident cases are the only cases Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC handles. Home based out of the great state of Arizona, Ben can still help cyclists in the entire United States. Ben also founded Bike Accident Attorneys Network, a national network of attorneys who focus on representing cyclists. He can find you help anywhere in the country.

Ben Dodge has represented and assisted bicycle accident victims across the entire United States. As an avid and competitive cyclist himself, Mr. Dodge currently participates in national and local cycling events all over the world. It isn’t uncommon to spot him in early morning hours out riding his bike. Having competed in 8 Ironman triathlons, numerous local and national cycling races, and a successful finish in the Race Across the West 2016, he really knows what it’s like to ride and race a bike. Ben competed in the first ever Race Across France – 2018. This was a non stop 1500+ mile race across the entire country of France. He and his teammate finished 3rd. He is finished second place in the 2 man Race Across America (RAAM) team in 2019. Finished 8 person RAAM team in 2021. Finished in 2nd place for 4 man RAAM team in 2023. Ben has also represented the USA competing in multiple World Championships in Bosnia, France, and Turkey.

The day he fell in love with his job was the day he devoted himself completely to bicycle accident cases. Ben represents cyclists injured in bicycle accidents, at the police station, with insurance companies, and in the courts. He advocates for the rights of all cyclists, not just his clients. He teaches police about bike laws and bike safety, he educates drivers about the rules of the road, and he trains cyclists and clubs to ride more safely.

A consultation with experienced Arizona bicycle accident attorney Ben Dodge is free.

In recent years there has been approximately 700 bicycle fatalities in the United States every single year. Approximately 2,000 bicycle accidents are reported in Arizona every year. Approximately 30 fatal bicycle accidents are reported in Arizona every year. Bicycle fatalities are terrible and horrific tragedies that affect the lives of too many families and friends to count. Understanding your rights and obligations as a cyclist can bring clarity to your specific accident situation. It will always be in your best interest to be represented by an attorney who knows the bicycle laws and has a successful track record of winning bicycle accident cases. The negotiation tactics and strategies of winning a case are extremely important, but should always take a back row seat to the litigation experience and knowledge of court room rules, local, state, and federal rules of civil procedure that can have significant impact on your bicycle accident case. Ben is certified through the National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA) as having completed extensive litigation courses and has demonstrated these skills over and over again. Most lawyers are pencil pushers and shouldn’t be in a court room… not Ben Dodge. He is a gifted and aggressive litigator. It is wise to be represented by someone well versed in bicycle accident law, local and state bicycle ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and laws. You should hire someone very familiar with negligence and tort law, civil procedure, and the rules of evidence as they all relate specifically to bicycle accident cases.

Ben Dodge always offers a complimentary in person consultation to all local cyclists and a complimentary phone consultation to any cyclist injured in a bike accident. Typically the consultations are schedule from 30-60 minutes depending on the severity of the accident. You can expect to get answers to questions, clarity, information, and reassurance of your personal bike accident liability and potential for recovery. In your free consultation you can generally expect to discuss such topics as:

• Your specific bike accident details, diagrams, and pictures from
  your perspective and then from the perspective of your bike accident
  attorney.
• The applicable local, state, and federal laws underlying your case.
• Your rights as a cyclist, obligations, and any potential liability.
• The process, procedure (in and out of court), and the time frame required to conclude your case.
• The value of your case and what you might expect as compensation.

You can call Arizona bicycle lawyer Ben Dodge of Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC at 1.855.663.3922. Mr. Dodge’s staff is standing and ready to accept your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every single day of the year. Ben will personally return your call within 24 hours. There is never an obligation past a complimentary consultation with Mr. Dodge. His passion is in representing cyclists and his entire office stands ready to serve with kindness and patience.

Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC

Call Ben Dodge, the Bicycle Lawyer today at 1.855.663.3922. Reach him by fax at 1.800.958.8902.

Mr. Dodge can also be reached by email at ben@bikeaccidentattorneys.com

His main Arizona offices are located at:

Mesa Arizona (home base office)
7227 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 109
Mesa, Arizona 85209

Mr. Dodge represents cyclists in the entire state of Arizona including but not limited to Mesa, Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, Gilbert, Peoria, Glendale, Scottsdale, Ahwatukee, Tempe, Chandler, Prescott, Sedona, Flagstaff, Surprise, Kingman, Page, Lake Havasu City, Payson, Goodyear, Buckeye, Queen Creek, Paradise Valley, Show Low, Winslow, Maricopa, Nogales, Globe, Avondale, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, Apache Junction, Carefree, Wickenburg, Pinetop-Lakeside, Strawberry, Anthem, Safford, and more. Ben Dodge is currently involved with bicycle accident cases all over the country and has founded BikeAccidentAttorneys.com a National Network of independent and incredible bicycle lawyers that can assist in representation in all 50 states.

You might be surprised that your electric scooter most likely has the same laws and rules as your typical bicycle. Electric scooters have recently become popular because they are low-carbon, cheap, and efficient means of transportation for commuters and joy seekers worldwide. But it has also created some issues including sidewalk congestion, traffic obstruction, and accidents. This has caused a need for States to implement laws and guidelines to enforce safety and responsible for scooter riders and the general public. However, we have already seen instances of law enforcement inappropriately citing people for riding their electric scooter on sidewalks here in Arizona.

Sidewalks – Riding a scooter on the sidewalk is banned in only 10 states.

Streets – Only Pennsylvania and Delaware actually ban scooters on streets. For riders in States who ban scooters from sidewalks and for those who are comfortable riding in the street, scooter riders can ride in bike lanes and shoulders but must adhere to the same rights and privileges of a person riding a bicycle.

Arizona – Arizona passed laws (SB 1398) for electric scooters in April 2019 at the state level. They are treated very similarly to bikes, and an “electric standup scooter” is defined as less than 75 lbs in weight and 20 mph in top speed.

This means they can be ridden wherever a bike can (including sidewalks and excluding high speed roads) and that they do not require registration or insurance.

A.R.S. § 28-819. Electric bicycles; electric standup scooters

A. An operator of an electric bicycle or an electric standup scooter is granted all the rights and privileges and is subject to all of the duties of a person riding a bicycle. Except as otherwise provided in this section or as otherwise regulated by a local authority, an electric bicycle or an electric standup scooter is subject to the same provisions of this title as a bicycle.

Arizona is therefore one of the states that specifically states with some limited exceptions that electric scooters and electric bicycles are subject to the same rules of the road as bicycles. And, of course by now you know that most of the rules of the road for bicycles are the exact same as for cars- again with some notable exceptions.

Hopefully you never need our services for a bicycle crash, or electric scooter crash, etc. However, we are here for you when you need us. Be safe, have fun, ride smart and ride hard!

Ben Dodge, Esq., Endurance/Ultra Cyclist

Co-authored by Kaci Brown, at Bike Accident Attorneys

I hope you always enjoy the ride! Hopefully you’ll never need us, but if you are ever involved in a wreck—we are here for you. My practice is exclusively for cyclists. I manage a national network of cycling attorneys who represent cyclists in every state. I ride. I race. I advocate. I choose to live and ride. #mylawyerdoesntsuck #arizonabicyclelawyer #bicyclelawyer #BAA

Bicycle crash and bicycle accident lawyer Ben Dodge

A bicycle crash is not always an accident. If you, or someone you know has been injured in a bicycle crash or accident caused by a road hazard or dangerous road condition, hire a personal injury attorney who is experienced and has a successful track record. Ben Dodge, a licensed Arizona bicycle accident lawyer, has dedicated his entire firm to one purpose: representing cyclists. Bicycle accident cases are the only cases Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC handles. Home based out of the great state of Arizona, Ben can still help cyclists in the entire United States. Ben also founded Bike Accident Attorneys Network, a national network of attorneys who focus on representing cyclists. He can find you help anywhere in the country.

Ben Dodge has represented and assisted bicycle accident victims across the entire United States. As an avid and competitive cyclist himself, Mr. Dodge currently participates in national and local cycling events all over the world. It isn’t uncommon to spot him in early morning hours out riding his bike. Having competed in 8 Ironman triathlons, numerous local and national cycling races, and a successful finish in the Race Across the West 2016, he really knows what it’s like to ride and race a bike. Ben competed in the first ever Race Across France – 2018. This was a non stop 1500+ mile race across the entire country of France. He and his teammate finished 3rd. He is registered for a 2 man Race Across America (RAAM) team as well in 2019.

The day he fell in love with his job was the day he devoted himself completely to bicycle accident cases. Ben represents cyclists injured in bicycle accidents, at the police station, with insurance companies, and in the courts. He advocates for the rights of all cyclists, not just his clients. He teaches police about bike laws and bike safety, he educates drivers about the rules of the road, and he trains cyclists and clubs to ride more safely.

A consultation with experienced Arizona bicycle accident attorney Ben Dodge is free.

In recent years there has been approximately 700 bicycle fatalities in the United States every single year. Approximately 2,000 bicycle accidents are reported in Arizona every year. Approximately 30 fatal bicycle accidents are reported in Arizona every year. Bicycle fatalities are terrible and horrific tragedies that affect the lives of too many families and friends to count. Understanding your rights and obligations as a cyclist can bring clarity to your specific accident situation. It will always be in your best interest to be represented by an attorney who knows the bicycle laws and has a successful track record of winning bicycle accident cases. The negotiation tactics and strategies of winning a case are extremely important, but should always take a back row seat to the litigation experience and knowledge of court room rules, local, state, and federal rules of civil procedure that can have significant impact on your bicycle accident case. Ben is certified through the National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA) as having completed extensive litigation courses and has demonstrated these skills over and over again. Most lawyers are pencil pushers and shouldn’t be in a court room… not Ben Dodge. He is a gifted and aggressive litigator. It is wise to be represented by someone well versed in bicycle accident law, local and state bicycle ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and laws. You should hire someone very familiar with negligence and tort law, civil procedure, and the rules of evidence as they all relate specifically to bicycle accident cases.

Ben Dodge always offers a complimentary in person consultation to all local cyclists and a complimentary phone consultation to any cyclist injured in a bike accident. Typically the consultations are schedule from 30-60 minutes depending on the severity of the accident. You can expect to get answers to questions, clarity, information, and reassurance of your personal bike accident liability and potential for recovery. In your free consultation you can generally expect to discuss such topics as:

• Your specific bike accident details, diagrams, and pictures from
  your perspective and then from the perspective of your bike accident
  attorney.
• The applicable local, state, and federal laws underlying your case.
• Your rights as a cyclist, obligations, and any potential liability.
• The process, procedure (in and out of court), and the time frame required to conclude your case.
• The value of your case and what you might expect as compensation.

You can call Arizona bicycle lawyer Ben Dodge of Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC at 1.855.663.3922. Mr. Dodge’s staff is standing and ready to accept your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every single day of the year. Ben will personally return your call within 24 hours. There is never an obligation past a complimentary consultation with Mr. Dodge. His passion is in representing cyclists and his entire office stands ready to serve with kindness and patience.

Bike Accident Attorneys, PLC

Call Ben Dodge, the Bicycle Lawyer today at 1.855.663.3922. Reach him by fax at 1.800.958.8902.

Mr. Dodge can also be reached by email at ben@bikeaccidentattorneys.com

His main Arizona offices are located at:

Mesa Arizona (home base office)
4824 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 124
Mesa, Arizona 85206

Phoenix Arizona office
2415 e. Camelback Rd., suite 700
Phoenix, Arizona 85016

Tucson Arizona office
One South Church Avenue, 12th Floor
Tucson, Arizona 85701

Mr. Dodge represents cyclists in the entire state of Arizona including but not limited to Mesa, Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, Gilbert, Peoria, Glendale, Scottsdale, Ahwatukee, Tempe, Chandler, Prescott, Sedona, Flagstaff, Surprise, Kingman, Page, Lake Havasu City, Payson, Goodyear, Buckeye, Queen Creek, Paradise Valley, Show Low, Winslow, Maricopa, Nogales, Globe, Avondale, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, Apache Junction, Carefree, Wickenburg, Pinetop-Lakeside, Strawberry, Anthem, Safford, and more. Ben Dodge is currently involved with bicycle accident cases all over the country and has founded BikeAccidentAttorneys.com a National Network of independent and incredible bicycle lawyers that can assist in representation in all 50 states.