Car-on-Bicycle Accidents often cause serious injuries to the bicyclist. Although the bicyclist may takeall appropriate precautionary and safety measures, accidents may occur due to the vehicle operator’s negligence.
If you or a loved one was injured in a car-on-bicycle collision, you should consult an experienced bicycle accident attorney to help protect your legal rights.
Although you may not be able to completely avoid an accident while riding your bicycle, you can take certain safety measures to reduce the likelihood of getting into a serious accident. Below are some important tips when riding a bicycle:
Obey the rules of the road. Bicyclists are legally obligated to follow the same rules of the road as other drivers.
Be cautious of your surroundings. You may not be able to predict the actions of other motorists on the road. However, if you are vigilant of your surroundings, you can better react to the negligent or reckless acts of others on the road in order to avoid an accident.
Be visible. Many car-on-bicycle collisions occur because the motorist is unable to see the bicyclist. If you enhance your visibility by using a front headlight and tail lamp, and wearing reflective outer clothing at night to make yourself more visible to other motorists on the road, you may significantly reduce the possibility of getting into a serious accident.
Use bike lanes when available.
Despite taking all precautionary measures, if you were seriously injured when struck by a vehicle in New York, our experienced New York bicycle accident attorney can help you get your medical and hospital bills paid, protect your legal rights, and get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries.