Anchorage Bike Injury Accident Attorney
Get Help from an Experienced Bike Injury Lawyer in Alaska
Bicycle accidents are very common. To save on gas expenses, help the environment,
and improve fitness, many people have begun to use bicycles for transportation.
Unfortunately, many motorists are not aware of or do not respect a bike
rider’s rights on the roads. And by the same token, bicyclists do
not realize they are supposed to obey the same traffic laws as other motorists.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident in Alaska,
contact the
Law Office of Ben Crittenden right away. Our experienced Anchorage bicycle accident lawyer serves clients
who have been wrongfully injured throughout the state. We can help you
determine how much compensation you are entitled to and fight to help
you secure it so you can make the best possible recovery.
Contact our firm today at
(866) 985-4224
or
online to schedule your free consultation.
Common Bicycle Accidents
Often a bike accident is caused by a motorist not paying attention while
driving his vehicle. Here are some common types of collisions that a cyclist
may be injured in:
- A motor vehicle driver turns directly in front of a bicyclist.
- An automobile driver enters the street from a driveway or parking spot
by pulling out into traffic in front of the bicyclist.
- A motorist fails to yield at an intersection or runs a stop sign or red light.
- A vehicle driver is inattentive while driving past a bicyclist.
- An automobile driver fails to look both ways when resuming travel after
stopping at a stop sign.
- An automobile driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Bicycle Safety Tips
Bike riders should be defensive while traveling on the road. The best way
to avoid a potential accident is to remain aware of your surroundings
and keep on the lookout for inattentive drivers. Other bicycle safety
tips include:
- All young bike riders should wear a helmet.
- Children should learn the appropriate hand signals for making turns, etc.
- If possible, bicycles should not be ridden after dark. If you are riding
at night, make sure your bicycle is equipped with headlights, taillights,
and reflective tape, and wear clothing that can be easily seen.
- Avoid carrying backpacks or other accessories that could get tangled in
the spokes or chain.
- Always ride on the proper side of the road and with the flow of traffic.
Motorists react to other vehicles that are following the same rules.
- Do not ride a bicycle after drinking alcohol. Your judgment is severely
impaired, and your reduced reaction time can most certainly result in
a collision.
Remember, bicycle accidents with motor vehicles can be catastrophic to
the bicyclist. No matter what age, you should wear a helmet. Safety tips
for motor vehicle drivers include:
- If you are sharing a lane with a bicyclist and you are planning to turn
right at an intersection, you must yield to the bicyclist.
- You may not drive in a designated bike lane unless you are going to turn
off the road immediately.
There are many newer traffic laws concerning bicycles and ignorance of
the laws does not protect you against negligence if you injure a bicyclist.
Get Started With A Free Consultation!
Seriously injured in a bicycle accident in the State of Alaska? Want to
know if you have a legal case? Want to know what your bicycle accident
case is worth?
Call Ben Crittenden, an experienced bicycle accident lawyer, at
(866) 985-4224
for a FREE legal consultation regarding your bicycle injury case or
contact us online.
