Bicycle Bell
Annually, about half a million bicycle-related injuries occur. Furthermore, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a bicyclist dies approximately every six hours. However, most bicycle accidents are predictable and preventable by using proper precautions by cyclists and motorcyclists.
Bicycle Accident Types
Falls and collisions
Over 50 percent of bicycle accidents are the result of falls. Fall commonly occur either when the front wheel suddenly stops moving or when the rear wheel slides out. The front wheel can stop if it falls into a defect the road such as a crack or drain grate, or if the front brakes are applied hard. The rear wheels can skid out the light gravel, sand, ice surfaces metal, or other slippery surface.
After falls, the most common type of bicycle accidents are collisions with a fixed object, as trees. Falls and collisions with fixed objects account for about 75 to 80 percent of all bicycle crashes.
Car-bicycle crashes
Car-bicycle accidents account for between ten and 15 percent of bicycle accidents but result in more fatalities. Most of these accidents occur when either the bicyclist or the motorist is turning or crossing at an intersection or driveway. Other automobile and motorcycle accidents are occur when the bicyclist is not obeying traffic laws and is cycling on the wrong side of the road or red lights.
Bicycle Crash Injuries
Injuries bicycle accidents are more often to members, and are fractures, abrasions and lacerations. Fractures account for about 25 percent of motorcycle injuries and facial injuries account for about one third of all injuries. The most serious and disabling injuries are brain injuries that can result in permanent disability. Head injuries are also more likely to be fatal.
What to do When a bicycle-Car Crash
To the extent possible and practical to avoid further accidents or injuries after a bicycle accident, do the following:
* Do not move if severely wounded. Wait for medical help.
* Accept medical help, even if you are not seriously injured.
* Wait for the police so that an accident report may be submitted with the statements of witnesses, and the driver's fault, and the scene of the accident investigation.
* Leave property damage and equipment as it was until the police arrive.
* Contact a personal injury lawyer who understands cycling.
Cycling safety and Crash Prevention
Not surprisingly, helmets can protect against head injuries, brain injuries and injuries both in the top panel. Studies show that about 75 percent of seriously injured cyclists were not wearing helmets. For proper protection, helmets must be fitted correctly.
Although helmets can protect against head injuries, which do not protect from getting hit by cars. To help prevent personal injury, bicyclists must use common sense and be alert when cycling on roads to avoid collisions with cars. Although drivers should be more attentive to the presence of cyclists, the chance of injury for the rider. This is why it is so important to follow some basic guidelines for the prevention of common sense, including:
* Follow the law and walk on the right side of the road, stop at stop signs and red lights, the use of a beacon in the night (also beneficial in the day).
* Avoid stop in the blind spot of a car at a red light. You can be beaten if you turn right and go straight.
* Use a bell or horn to signal or alert drivers of their presence.
* Use a flashlight and a backlight, especially at night.
* Use a mirror to look back in traffic, especially when approaching intersections.
* Be attentive and alert to the cars. Watch for cars turning left across the front that can not see you, and pay attention to parked cars so that a door is opened.
* Reduce speed to stop quickly if necessary.
Avoid riding * on sidewalks.
* Avoid busy streets, especially as a rookie driver.
If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact an attorney experienced in bicycle accidents for more information about a potential bike injury claim.
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