In addition to being a great way to exercise, cycling is one of the most used methods of transportation in the world. Unfortunately, cycling can be dangerous due to the negligence of drivers on the road. Every year, thousands of cyclists are injured or killed on Texas roads. With cell phones, texting, radios, even conversations with passengers, drivers today have so many potential distractions when operating an automobile. While an automobile provides many safety features to its occupants, there isn't much protection for the cyclist in the event of an automobile-bicycle accident.
Some of the common causes of automobile-bicycle accidents are -
- Buzzing - when drivers fail to maintain a safe operating distance between the motor vehicle and a bicycle
- Dooring - when a vehicle's door swings open into the path of an oncoming bike
- Right Hooking - when a car passes and then tries to make a right turn directly in front of the cyclist
- Failing to yield - when motorists fail to recognize that cyclists are entitled to the right-of-way, just as if they were operating an automobile.
The injuries from a bicycle accident can be serious. They range from broken bones and cuts, to closed head and brain injuries, even death in severe cases. If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, contact The Ortega Law Group today to speak with an experienced El Paso accident lawyer. We help accident victims recover damages to help offset lost wages and unpaid medical bills and will fight for you.
