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Category: Bike Accidents
Bicycle Safety Awareness: Share the Road and Arrive Alive!
October 21, 2024 | Category: Bike AccidentsAccording to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (“FLHSMV”) under “Florida law, a bicycle is legally recognized as a vehicle, and the person who is riding the bike is considered to be a driver. As a result, individuals who ride bikes have the same rights on the roadways as other vehicle operators and must abide by the same traffic laws.” As such, FLHSMV encourages all drivers to “Share the Road!” Fort Myers Bike Accident Attorney Randall Spivey wants...
How to Avoid the Most Common Florida Bicycle Accidents
November 28, 2023 | Category: Bike AccidentsBicyclists’ safety is everyone’s responsibility. Avoiding Florida bicycle accidents can prevent the devastation to Florida’s families when bicyclists are injured and/or tragically die because of driver negligence.
Watch Out for Large Bicycle Groups on SW Florida Roads
September 28, 2023 | Category: Bike AccidentsDriving when there are bicycle groups on Florida roads requires all drivers to be on alert and know the laws covering group riding.
Hit-and-Run Accidents Continue to Plague Southwest Florida
September 26, 2023 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Truck AccidentsBeing an injured victim of a hit-and-run accident is a problematic situation requiring the assistance of a Fort Myers hit-and-run accident lawyer.
Why Accident Victims Should Not Ignore Headaches
September 21, 2023 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Slip and Fall Accidents, Truck AccidentsHeadaches are symptoms of potential injuries. Accident victims should seek immediate medical attention.
Florida Bicycle Accidents Increase When School is Closed
July 11, 2023 | Category: Bike AccidentsSummer 2023 will have an increase in bicycle and other traffic on Southwest Florida roads. Fort Myers bike accident attorney urges drivers to avoid accidents by being diligent.
Drivers Beware - National Bike Month – A Time for Safety
May 15, 2023 | Category: Bike AccidentsDuring May’s National Bike Month, many more bicyclists will be sharing Florida roads with motorists. Bicyclists have the same rights as other motorists, and drivers must be vigilant of the increased bicycle traffic to avoid accidents.
Why Taking Good Photos at Florida Accident Scenes Is Important
May 4, 2023 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Boating Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Slip and Fall Accidents, Truck AccidentsPersonal injury cases are decided by the evidence, and the evidence is presented by various means, including photographs.
A Review of Bicyclist Brain Injuries During 2023 Brain Injury Awareness Month
March 28, 2023 | Category: Bike Accidents, Brain InjuriesBike riders are at a disadvantage when sharing Florida roads with other vehicles. Accidents can happen where bicyclists receive traumatic brain injuries and need assistance from a Fort Myers brain injury attorney.
Are Florida Bike Lanes Protecting Bikers?
March 2, 2023 | Category: Bike AccidentsBicyclists are vulnerable when traveling on Florida’s roadways, even if they are in painted or protected bike lanes.