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Over nine million people take a bike ride in the United States every day. Although this is a healthy and fun way to get around, it also exposes you to motor vehicles and potentially catastrophic accidents. If you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident, contact Injured Florida Law for the legal representation you need.
How to Make Your Bike Rides Safer
Your health and safety should always be a top priority. Here are some tips that will enhance your safety on your next ride:
- Never forget your helmet
- Use reflectors or other means to light up yourself and your bike, so drivers don’t miss you on the road
- Always signal when you are turning
- Use a bell or call out to pedestrians so they know you are coming
- Never ride against traffic
- Avoid busy streets and slow down when you come to intersections
Understanding How Fault is Determined in Florida
Some people have the false impression that if they were the victims of an accident, then they are entitled to the total amount of a claim. However, Florida is a comparative fault state. That means that the court will determine what percentage of the accident was each party’s fault and distribute damages accordingly.
Say, for example, that you were riding against the traffic flow and did not stop at a stop sign before you were struck by a vehicle. The court might grant your claim, but they also determine that you had 50% responsibility for the accident. In this case, your awarded claim might be reduced by half to be commensurate with your amount of fault in the event.
Do You Need Legal Representation After a Bicycle Accident?
Whether you’ve been injured or suffered damages to your property, the legal team at Injured Florida Law can help you recover and reach a just outcome. Give us a call today to get started or schedule your first consultation.
