Category : Bicycle Accidents

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​Can You Sue Someone for Hitting You on a Bike?

Frank Fernandez
Riding your bike through the historic streets of St. Petersburg, along the beach in Miami, or visiting popular theme parks in Orlando is a great way to soak up the Florida sunshine. With nice year-round weather, cycling can help you to relax on the weekend, beat traffic on your morning commute, or reduce your carbon footprint while getting around. Unfortunately, riding your bike isn’t as safe as a car or a truck. If another vehicle...
Bicycle Accidents

What Are the Most Frequently Asked Questions About Bicycle Accidents?

Frank Fernandez
More than fifty million people all across the country are bicycling for exercise, transportation, or pleasure. But unfortunately, even though bicyclists account for about one percent of vehicles on the road, they account for about two percent of all preventable bicycle accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in one recent year, there were 49,000 injuries from traffic accidents, an increase of 5.4 percent from the previous year. With its beautiful scenery,...