- Motorist Tunnel Vision: The low profile of a cyclist is a problem for riders as they often go unseen by motorists even though they are right in the driver’s field of vision.
- Right Hook: Cars and trucks often make a right turn from the far-right lane, and if a cyclist is in a bike lane or in the space between the car and the curb, the car will hit the cyclist.
- Left Hook: A left hook happens when a car turns left into the path of a cyclist that has the right-of-way, and the car driver doesn’t see the cyclist.
- Dooring: Doorings can cause serious injury or death and happened when a parked motorist opens their car door into the path of a bicycle.
- Blind Spots: Every motor vehicle has blind spots, and bicycles fit nicely in most of them putting the cyclist at risk for a collision and injury.
- Bike Lanes: A cyclist is required to use a bike lane if one exists and they are unable to keep up with the flow of traffic. Many times people block the lanes causing the cyclist to veer into traffic, or the motorist just comes over the bike lane to park or stop along the curb and runs into a cyclist.
Common Bike Accident Injuries
At the Law Offices of Steers & Associates, we feel that a cyclist has just as much right to the road as any motor vehicle, and should be able to use those streets without being hit and injured by negligent motor vehicle drivers. A bike crash injury can be painful and sideline the rider for a long time. The injuries can range from minor to life-threatening and even fatal. At the Law Offices of Steers & Associates, we understand that the type of injury can greatly impact the person’s treatment and recovery. We look at the different circumstances of each accident and tailor our strategy according to the needs of the victim. Some of the common injuries that we see over and over again with our injured cyclists are:- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Severe Concussions
- Facial Bon Fractures
- Fractured Collarbone
- Broken/Displaced Ribs
- Wrist Fractures
- Broken Arms/Legs
- Chest Compressions
- Internal Injuries/Bleeding
- Severe Road Rash
