With accident rates skyrocketing in Los Angeles, CA, which includes bicycle accidents, it is necessary to increase prevention measures at every street exit. Especially when we go with children and adults.
There are still no official reports for 2022, but substantial increases in previous years: 2021, 2020 and 2019, indicate that 2022 will not be the exception.
All private and public initiatives to encourage the use of bicycles are exceptional. There is no denying it! But, every initiative involves an inherent risk.
In this case, the risk of suffering an accident between a bicycle and a car or motorcycle. Even worse, with a truck. The results will always be disastrous for the cyclist.
Bicycle accident cases to mention in 2022 alone, many: In February in Oxnard a bicyclist was apparently hit by a drunk driver, in September in Florence a bicyclist was hit at night, in November two bicyclist accidents, one in West Adams and one in Exposition Park, just to name a few, or we wouldn’t finish this article.
Bicycle and hit-and-run accidents
Fun fact: in these examples mentioned above, the driver fled. Do you think this phrase “hit-and-run” is familiar?
That’s right! Many drivers are afraid to face the consequences of their negligent acts. And right after the accident all they do is speed up and flee the scene of the accident. That’s a crime!
So, what is left for us cycling lovers?
Simply, increase prevention measures when riding a bicycle.
- Always be aware that the driver has not noticed your presence on the road.
- Beware of intersections, here the vast majority of accidents happen.
- Don’t make improper crossings or lane changes.
- As a cyclist you have rights, but you also have duties. That is, it complies with traffic rules.
- Wear a reflective vest at night, and wear proper protection to minimize injuries in an accident.
- Do everything in your power to avoid being run over.
Finally, if you are involved in a bicycle accident in Los Angeles, do not hesitate to contact United Legal Bicycle Accident Lawyers Near You. Let us help you with the legal aspects while you worry about recovering from injuries.