There may be situations where avoiding an accident is impossible, and the city is a long way away from eliminating all bicycle crashes. While the damage that occurs in these crashes cannot be undone, the law does provide those injured a remedy through a personal injury lawsuit. Washington, D.C. residents who are injured in a bicycle crash have the option of filing a civil negligence suit against whoever was responsible for the crash. For example, if a cyclist is hit by a driver who is texting while driving, the cyclist can bring suit and have the driver pay for their medical bills, lost wages, and other costs. These lawsuits can be a very important way for D.C. cyclists to recover and move on with their lives after a life-changing accident.