California Bicycle Accident Attorneys
Bicycle Accident Overview
Bicyclists on public streets have the same rights and responsibilities as automobile drivers and are subject to the same rules and regulations. For vehicle codes specific to bicyclists see Laws Relating to Bicycles.
Bicyclists who have been involved in an accident with an automobile may sustain serious physical injuries. Broken bones, sprains, strains and cervical disk injuries are the most common traumas sustained by bicycle related accidents. However, serious collisions can result in head injuries which are responsible for most bicycle related fatalities and long-term disabilities. For more on injuries see Bicycle Related Injuries.
The basics of safe bicycling include being predictable, visible and communicating your intentions to motorists. For more on bicycle safety see 10 Tips for Bicycle Safety.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident in California, please contact a Northern Bicycle Accident lawyer at Van Der Walde & Associates to discuss your bike accident case.