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Are Cyclists at Fault? What You Need to Know

Are Cyclists at Fault? What You Need to Know

Car accidents happen every day, including accidents that involve cyclists. Accidents in Utah have reached a 30-year high lately, posing an important question: are cyclists at fault if they’re involved in an accident, or does that responsibility fall on the driver? Knowing your rights in an accident is half the battle.  As it turns out, there’s no flat “yes” or “no” answer to this question. Instead, there are some factors that determine who is at fault when there’s an accident of any kind, including bike accidents.  One of the most significant factors is whether cyclists follow traffic laws

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I Had a Bike Accident: What Do I Do

I Had a Bike Accident: What Do I Do?

If you have ever witnessed or been involved in a bike accident, you understand that it can be stressful and traumatic for everyone involved. Even in the best-case scenarios where no one is hurt, the high stress of the situation can feel overwhelming and make it difficult to know how to navigate the logistics.  According to the CDC, an average of over 130,000 injuries occur from bike accidents each year. Almost 1,000 of those are fatalities.  Both bikers and drivers can take measures to prevent bike accidents, but unfortunately, accidents will still occur. Did you know that legally

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Types of Accidents: Bicycle Hit and Runs

Types of Accidents: Bicycle Hit and Runs

Bicycle hit-and-runs are one of the most common types of bicycle accidents, but there are steps you can take to protect your rights to justice. The number of preventable bicycle-related deaths has increased by six percent in recent years. Although drivers have the responsibility to stop, some choose to continue driving and leave you to fend for yourself. As a cyclist, you need to know what steps to take after an accident to preserve your legal rights. Bicycle Hit and Run Accidents in Utah A “hit-and-run” is an accident where the driver leaves the scene of the crash.

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