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Now that spring has arrived, people are beginning to enjoy the Austin weather from the comfort of their bicycle seats. Austin is home to a large number of cyclists, and city officials are continuing to improve the area to make it more bike friendly. However, the Austin Police Department reported that an average of 300 bike crashes occur every year. Many of these accidents result in significant injuries, and some cyclists even become victims of fatal bike accidents. For tips on what you can do to help prevent these serious crashes, here are some tips for both cyclists and drivers on how to avoid collisions.
For drivers, just being aware and cautious around bicycles will minimize your chances of colliding with cyclists. Drivers often fail to notice bikes because they are smaller than other vehicles on the road and can be more difficult to spot.
Look out for cyclists when exiting a parking lot onto a street and when turning at intersections, since crashes commonly occur in these situations. Be especially alert if you see a bike lane, since this may indicate that bike traffic is more prevalent in this area.
Finally, always give cyclists enough space when you pass them. You should provide at least three feet of space between your vehicle and the cyclist when possible.
Although drivers are often at fault for car and bicycle accidents occurring, some precautionary measures bicyclists should keep in mind when they suspect that nearby motorists may be acting negligently include:
Our personal injury law firm has represented injury victims in Texas since 1978. Our Austin injury law firm has been committed to aggressively pursuing compensation for those dealing with the devastating effects of bike crashes and other situations involving injury or wrongful death. We are always ready to talk with victims and their families to give free attorney advice about their best legal options. Call us today to receive a case review from an experienced Austin injury attorney.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Attorney Aaron Allison, who has vast legal experience as a workers compensation attorney.
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