Safe Cycling

Cycling is not only a healthy, low-impact form of exercise; it’s also one of the most environmentally-friendly ways of getting around. Increasingly, Americans are electing to bike rather than drive to work, school, and anywhere else they need to be. Unfortunately, however, bicycles also expose riders to greater risk of injury.

Know Your Rights

Cyclists have as much right to the road as anyone else. Bicycles are vehicles, and as such are subject to many of the same laws that apply to cars. Cyclists must stop at stop signs, indicate turns, and so forth. Many cities have put bike lanes in place to allow safer sharing of the road between motorists and cyclists.

Unfortunately many drivers, especially in cities with fewer cyclists, are not used to the presence of bicycles on the road. Some drivers think cycling on the road is illegal, or they’re bothered by the comparatively slower speed of bicycles. Sometimes they’re even openly hostile to cyclists, even throwing things or yelling threats.

If You Are Injured

The dangers of cycling are all too real. Every year cyclists are severely injured or killed, often by negligent or reckless driving. If an abusive motorist causes you to have an accident, try to note as many details of the vehicle as possible, especially the license plate number. If you are unable to do so, there may be witnesses who can. Give the police as much information as you can.

Contact Us

Despite the benefits of cycling, wrecks can lead to serious injuries. If a negligent or aggressive driver caused you to have an accident, you may be able to collect damages. For more information, contact the Clearwater personal injury lawyers of Tragos & Sartes, PL today at 727-441-9030.