Bicycle Accidents
Injured while riding a bicycle?
If you or a loved one has been injured in any type of bicycle accident, the Law Offices of Michael Pines can help. Our firm has been handling various forms of bicycle accidents since 1992. Vehicle versus bicyclist accidents can be life-changing. An experienced bicycle accident lawyer can help with the many issues you may be facing, including investigating the facts of the accident, dealing with insurance companies, getting the right medical attention, bicycle repair or replacement, loss of income, paperwork, and getting a fair and just settlement for you and your family. We offer a free, in-person or telephone consultation, so you can find out what your legal rights and options are. Call us now at 1-800-655-6585 or fill out our short Case Form for a Free Telephone or Office Consultation.
Bicycle Accident Information
A bicyclist is fatally injured every six hours in the United States. In 2004, 725 bicyclists were killed in auto accidents, and 41,000 bike riders suffered injuries as the result of automobile accidents. 18% of those fatally injured were under 14 years old.
Please remember, a bicycle is a vehicle. Bicyclists share a complex traffic environment with other larger forms of transportation. As a bicyclist, you are more susceptible to severe injury while sharing the roadways with automobiles.
Each year in California, over one hundred people are killed and thousands more are injured in bicycle collisions. Bicycling can be safer for all by observing the following safety tips (see Disclaimer, below):
- » Always wear a helmet.
- » Obey all traffic controls.
- » Ride your bicycle near the right-hand edge of the road.
- » Never carry another person on your bicycle.
- » Always use hand signals when turning or stopping.
- » Look out for cars at cross streets, driveways, and parking places.
- » Give pedestrians the right-of-way.
- » Keep your bicycle in good condition.
- » Be careful when checking traffic and don't swerve when looking over your shoulder.
- » Always ride carefully.
Bicycling Safety Content Disclaimer:
The bicycling safety content provided on this site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or safety advice. Additionally, these suggestions are in no way an exhaustive list of all safety precautions to take when riding a bicycle and reading this list is not a substitute for proper bicycle training from a professional.
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