Legal Rights of Bicycle and Motorcycle Injury Victims

Florida is a beautiful state with beaches and amazing scenery that people love to bike through.

Unfortunately, bicyclists as well as motorcyclists are at risk when a careless driver does not give due respect and distance to motorcycles and bicycles.

It has been reported that over 9,500 motorcyclists were involved in a crash in 2018. This was a slight increase from the numbers for the calendar year 2017.

Furthermore, it was reported over 7,000 bicyclists were involved in a crash in 2018. 600 of these ended fatally.

Tips for Drivers, Bicyclists, and Motorcyclists

Drivers should always avoid following motorcycles and bicycles closely. For instance, they should keep a four-second buffer zone between themselves and a motorcyclist or bicyclist.

Always utilize caution while on the road, look twice before crossing the street, and do not drive distractedly.

Keep your eyes on the road and watch for bikers and cyclists.

They have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers, so drivers must share the road accordingly.

In addition to precautions taken by drivers, bicyclists and motorcyclists can also make strides to act safely.

All bicyclists and motorcyclists should wear helmets. Almost 90% of the people involved in a bicycle accident in the last year were not wearing a helmet.

Motorcyclists should make an effort to drive defensively and avoid reckless speeding and weaving between lanes.

Cyclists should make themselves noticeable with bright clothes and lights, especially while riding at night. They should act predictably in order to minimize surprises for other drivers and think ahead to avoid hazards.

Both cyclists and motorcyclists can benefit from referring to the official Florida Driver License Handbook to familiarize themselves with the rules of the road.

Legal Rights of Bicyclists and Motorcyclists

In the State of Florida, bicyclists have the same rights as pedestrians in accident situations.

Therefore, drivers should be very cautious and aware of them while driving; firstly to avoid an accident, but, additionally, to avoid a lawsuit.

When a bicyclist or motorcyclist is injured due to a Florida Automobile Accident, the victim or the family of the victim should a seek out a Florida Personal Injury Attorney for advice and legal representation.

David Wolf is a personal injury attorney who handles bicycle accidents throughout the State of Florida.

He is the author of twelve books including the book titled – Bikes, Trikes and Automobiles – Legal Rights of the Injured Cyclist and the book titled Watching Out for Motorcyclists – Freedom, Liberty, and Justice – Legal Rights of Injured Bikers.

Get these and other books for free at Free Personal Injury Books.

Bicycle and Motorcycle Injury Victims Need An Experienced, Knowledgeable Attorney On Their Side

In the aftermath of a motorcycle accident or a bicycle accident, there are many challenges on the injury victim and his / her family.

This is a very stressful time with uncertainty, stress, and worry.

It is often helpful to contact a Florida Personal Injury Attorney for advice, consultation, and legal representation.

David Wolf is such an attorney with over 28 years of experience in representing and helping bicycle and motorcycle injury victims throughout the State of Florida. He firmly believes in giving a voice to injury victims and their families.

Get a Free Consultation today and get on the right track to the compensation that you rightly deserve.