Category Archives: Bike Accidents
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An 88-year-old bicyclist was hit and killed in a Sarasota County intersection in late January. At 2:45pm, the cyclist crossed U.S. 41 to Old Venice Road when a 95-year-old woman driving along U.S. 41 hit the cyclist on his right. The bicyclist was thrown from his bike into the roadway and later died, despite wearing… Read More »
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Bicycle accidents can end in serious injury—usually for the cyclist. Serious bike accidents, whether they involve another vehicle or bicycle, happen most often in urban areas, especially during the warmer months. While bikes are an environmentally friendly way to get around and stay fit, riders still have the same responsibilities as vehicles. According to the… Read More »
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In car-versus-bicycle accidents, many people assume the vehicle driver is at fault. After all, autos are bigger and heavier than bikes, and can cause significantly more damage. This is a misconception: there are situations in which bicyclists can be held liable for causing an accident. A cyclist’s responsibilities Like auto drivers, bicyclists are required to… Read More »