Category Archives: Bicycle Accident
Tips For Cycling In The Rain
Florida is referred to as the Sunshine State due to its prevalent sunny weather. It is almost always summertime in Florida. However, the rain still falls in Florida. Because most Florida cyclists are used to cycling in dry conditions, it might be unclear what a cyclist should do and avoid doing when cycling in… Read More »
Signs You Need A Lawyer After A Bicycle Accident
If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Florida because of the negligence of another party, it might not be clear to you whether you should contact an attorney. Generally, it’s always a good idea to call a lawyer after being involved in a bicycle accident. However, while, as lawyers, we would… Read More »
Hit And Run Bicycle Accidents
According to the FLHSMV, approximately 25% of all traffic crashes involve a motorist who flees the accident scene. Choosing to leave an accident scene without helping the injured party and exchanging information is immoral. It’s also against the law to leave the scene of an accident. Unfortunately, hit-and-run bicycle accidents are common. In fact,… Read More »
Top Myths About Bicycle Accidents In Florida
Florida has always been an ideal place for bicyclists. Unfortunately, the many bicycles on Florida roads mean many bicycle accidents. Florida has even been ranked as one of the most dangerous states in America for cyclists. Cyclists in Florida usually have to compete with large vehicles, and regrettably, not all drivers exercise caution while… Read More »
How Comparative Negligence Can Affect Your Florida Bicycle Accident Claim
If you were in a Florida bicycle accident with a motor vehicle and you believe you did something that caused your accident, you may be wondering whether you can still file a personal injury claim and recover damages from the driver of the motor vehicle. The reality is that even bicyclists engage in negligent… Read More »
How Can You Reduce The Risk Of Getting Into A Bicycle Accident?
Bicycle trips account for a tiny percentage of all trips in the U.S. However, cyclists are at a higher risk of accident-related injury and deaths than motor vehicle occupants. According to the National Safety Council, 1,089 bicyclists lost their lives in 2019 in bicycle accidents, and of the 1,089 bicyclists, 712 died in motor-vehicle… Read More »
Preventing Child Bicycle Accidents And Injuries
Unfortunately, child bicycle accidents happen more often than most people think. Approximately 100 children are killed, and 254,000 are injured as a result of bicycle-related accidents every year. If your child enjoys riding their bicycle, it is crucial that you do your best to protect them from accidents and injuries. Unfortunately, you cannot control… Read More »
Distracted Driving And Bicycle Accidents
According to the CDC, bicyclists are at a higher risk of crash-related injuries as compared to car users. The CDC reports that more than a thousand bicyclists died, and there were more than 400,000 bicycle-related injuries in 2015. Additionally, according to the CDC, adults aged 50 to 59 have the highest bicycle deaths. On… Read More »
Information About Florida Bicycle Accidents You Probably Don’t Know About
According to a news article published in May 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic prompted a “bicycle renaissance” in the United States of America. Unfortunately, with an increased number of bicyclists on American roads comes an increased number of bicycle accidents and fatalities. Sadly, just as is with pedestrians, bicyclists usually have little to protect themselves… Read More »
Broward County Bicyclist Killed In Collision With Van
On August 13, the Broward County Sheriff’s Office reported a fatal bicycle accident took place in Pompano Beach. At around 11:44 p.m. that evening, local 911 received an emergency call reporting that a bicyclist had been struck by a vehicle. A preliminary investigation by the sheriff’s office determined that the “vehicle” was a Chevy… Read More »