Filing a Bicycle Accident Claim if You Were Partly at Fault

Drivers: Do you know that you have to give bicycles on the road at least a 3-foot wide passing zone? Bicyclists: Do you know that you have to ride responsibly and follow the rules of the road? In 2015, 818 bicyclists were killed on U.S. roads – the highest total since 1995. However, only 3% of fatal bicycle... Read More

Since records of bicyclist fatalities were first tabulated back in 1932, more than 53,000 cyclists have been killed in accident has a unique profile, bike injuries present certain recurring “themes.” First of all, bicyclists cannot wear seatbelts. Thus, they get easily thrown off their vehicles and land on their hands and forearms. As a result, we... Read More

The most common causes of bicycle accidents are getting hit by a car, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Other causes of a bicycle accident may include falling, hitting something in the road, poor roads, striking a fixed object, or swerving to avoid an animal. However, getting hit by a car is by... Read More

In some cities, it’s illegal for cyclists to use the sidewalk instead of the roadway. However, it’s not illegal in Indianapolis. Safety is a primary issue for cyclists, and crashing with a car. Here are some important points to consider: When cyclists ride their bikes on sidewalks, they’re less visible to drivers. When people get into... Read More