Bicycle accidents and bicycle safety are a common topic of discussion at Thacker and Mulvihill, PLLC. Bicycle accidents are mostly avoidable if bicyclists and motorist follow the laws and regulations in place to protect them both. It is important to remember that bicycles and motor vehicles have an equal right to use Florida Roadways. Drivers of cars and trucks should remember to “share the road” and be aware of bicycle traffic. In addition, bicyclists should always be aware of their surroundings and obey all the applicable traffic laws.
Anyone in the Tampa Bay area that plans on riding a bicycle on our roadways should make themselves familiar with the applicable rules and learn the appropriate safety measures required to navigate our dangerous roadways. According to AAA, Florida is the deadliest state for bicyclists. With that said, it is extremely important bicyclists to protect themselves while on Florida roadways. It is equally important for motor vehicle drivers to be aware of bicyclists and remember that they have an equal right to the roadway as your vehicle.
If you or a loved one were injured in a bicycle accident, please contact Thacker and Mulvihill, PLLC for a free consultation and allow our knowledge and experience to get to work for you