Bicycle Accidents
Bicyclists are legally entitled to "share the road" with vehicle drivers, and they're expected to comply with traffic laws, but they're still in a very unique -- and potentially vulnerable -- position on the nation's roads, streets, and highways. In this section, we'll take a look at common hazards that bicyclists face, and we'll provide tips on how bicyclists can best protect their legal rights after an accident with a motor vehicle.
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Bike Accidents: Collisions With Cars at Intersections
Who is at fault when a bicyclist and driver collide at an intersection, and how can everyone be safer?
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Bike Accidents Caused by Road Hazards
Learn when the government is responsible for bike accidents caused by dangerous road conditions.
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Bike Accidents: What to Do After the Crash
If you are on a bicycle and get into an accident with a car or truck, what you do at the accident scene and immediately after is crucial.
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A look at the current state of bike helmet laws, and how an injury case might be affected if a helmet law is violated.
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When bicycles and vehicles collide, it's often in fairly predictable traffic scenarios.
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Sample Demand Letter -- Bicyclist Hit By a Car
Here is an example of a demand letter that the claimant might send in a bicycle accident case where he was hit by a car.
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