Tips for Safe Bike Riding
Despite the differences in size, weight, and manner of producing motion, a bike is technically considered a vehicle in the same manner that an automobile is and is therefore subject to the same restrictions and granted the same rights on the roadway. In order to counteract some of the fundamental safety dangers that bicyclists face, it is highly advisable for them to remain attentive to their surroundingss at all times and to wear appropriate safety equipment including helmets, reflective tape, and other items.
Unfortunately, even the most extensive precautions may not be sufficient to protect against a negligent or reckless driver. If you have been hurt in a collision with a motor vehicle while you were riding your bike then it may be appropriate to consider pursuing financial compensation through a civil lawsuit against the responsible driver. To learn more about your legal rights and options, contact the dedicated Queens bicycle accident attorneys of Parker Waichman LLP, at 888-244-2273.
Safety Tips
Having the right mindset to ride on the roads requires a rider to obey all traffic rules like:
- stopping at a stop signs and red lights
- yielding to traffic and pedestrians
- riding as far to the right as possible and certainly not in the left lane
- remaining mindful of parked cars and the threat of opening car doors
Also, proper maintenance of the bike is essential, and the following are some important points:
- Brakes should be routinely tested and tightened when necessary
- The chain should be properly lubricated
- Tires must have sufficient tread to allow for gripping the roadway
- A front light and reflectors/flashers on the front and back are needed for visibility
Contact Us
To explore your legal options in the wake of a bicycle-motor vehicle collision that has left you injured, contact the dedicated Queens bicycle accident attorneys of Parker Waichman LLP, at 888-244-2273 for free initial consultation.
