Even a collision at low speed could lead to serious injuries if a cyclist was involved. Since cyclists have very little protection against an impact, they are likely to suffer broken bones or even head injuries. If you were involved in a collision with a cyclist, you...
Bicycle Accidents
How can bicyclists avoid getting hurt in a crash?
Austin is a city that's grown in popularity among the younger generations in recent years. This has attracted many people who enjoy getting around on their bikes or feet as opposed to in their cars. This has led to an uptick in bicycle and pedestrian accidents in this...
Proving liability after being injured in a bike accident
Cyclists are particularly vulnerable on the roads. This is because bikes can travel at relatively high speeds, but they do not have the same protections as a car in the event of a collision. This means that cyclists can be ejected from the bike they are riding,...
Reasons why a car may be to blame for a bike accident
Cyclists on the road must be very cautious when sharing the road with cars. This is because cyclists have a much higher likelihood of becoming seriously injured if they get involved in a collision, due to the lack of safety protections such as seatbelts and airbags.If...
Checking your bicycle after a crash
If you are involved in a collision as a cyclist, you must seek medical attention afterward, even if you do not think that you have been injured. Even a slight bump to the head could cause a delayed-onset head injury. Therefore, you should not be complacent.Before...
Bike helmets can save your child’s life here in Austin
A study published by Nationwide Children's Hospital's Center for Injury Research and Policy in 2018 shows that over 2.2 million kids ranging in age from 5 to 17 were seen in emergency rooms (ER) in the U.S. in between 2006 and 2015. National Electronic Injury...
Is orange the best color to wear when biking?
One of the best ways to stay safe on your bike is to wear a bright color that stands out against the black and gray of the road. Maybe bikes and helmets are black, so you can really blend in if you choose the wrong apparel.When looking for the brightest options, many...
Drivers, cyclists and the risk of the mild inconvenience
Drivers and cyclists have a complicated and difficult relationship. Often, the two groups really do not like each other all that much. The resentment that drivers feel for cyclists is often what leads to accidents, and it's safe to say that cyclists get hurt in these...
When is a cyclist at fault for an accident?
If you are a cyclist, you will know of the dangers that cars present on the road. Even when you are cycling safely and wearing a helmet, sharp turns and low visibility can lead to disastrous consequences.If you have been involved in a collision with a car and have...
A driver’s liability in a bicycle accident
If you are a driver in the state of Texas and you have been involved in an incident involving a cyclist, it is likely that some injury has resulted from the incident. You may be worried that you will be found to be responsible for the injuries, and even that you may...