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What Are the Most Common Types of Injuries in Bicycle Accidents?

Drivers of motor vehicles are required to protect the safety of everyone on the road. In addition to people in other vehicles, this includes motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Unfortunately, drivers often fail to act safely, and if they do not fully pay attention to the road or violate traffic laws, they may collide with bicycles. Bicyclists who are struck by a motor vehicle can suffer multiple types of serious injuries. [...]

Matthew Brady2022-07-29T15:14:33+00:00July 22, 2021|Bicycle Accidents|

Is a Driver Responsible for Injuries Suffered in a Bike Accident?

When a collision occurs between a bicycle and a motor vehicle, the results can be devastating for the bicyclist. Due to the huge disparity in size and weight between bikes and cars, as well as the lack of protection for a cyclist in a collision, bicyclists can suffer severe or fatal injuries after being hit by a motor vehicle. Because of this, collisions with bicycles account for approximately 2% of [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:19:14+00:00May 9, 2020|Bicycle Accidents|

Reducing Your Risk of Serious Injuries in a Bicycle Accident

Thanks to environmental concerns and the scaling back of unnecessary expenses among many Americans, the number of cyclists has risen dramatically over the last decade. In fact, statistics indicate that some 66 million people now use a bicycle as their primary mode of transportation. Unfortunately, the roadways are still designed for passenger vehicles, and that creates challenges and potential risks for cyclists. Add in the potential for distracted, drunk, or [...]

admin2018-01-30T07:25:00+00:00January 30, 2018|Bicycle Accidents|

Common Injuries Suffered in Bicycle Accidents

Any type of traffic-related accident can be dangerous and has the potential to cause serious injuries. However, some people tend to be at greater risk for more severe injuries than others. Specifically, individuals who ride bicycles on or near roadways often suffer devastating injuries in the event of a collision. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that in 2013 alone, approximately 48, 000 cyclists sustained injuries in accidents [...]

admin2015-05-27T08:49:01+00:00May 27, 2015|Wisconsin Recreational Vehicle Accidents|

Wisconsin Bicycle Accidents and Car Crashes

According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, there were 39, 370 injuries related to bicycle accidents in 2012. While this is only a small portion of traffic-related injuries that occurred in the state that year, the reality is that an accident can happen to anyone—especially as the weather improves more people venture outdoors on bicycles. Fortunately, however, there are steps you can take in order to protect yourself if you are [...]

admin2015-03-26T07:00:58+00:00March 26, 2015|Appleton Personal Injury Attorney|