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How to Stay Safe and What to Do if You’re Hurt From Bicycles?

Some bicyclists are unsure where on the road to ride. An injured bicyclist is entitled to fair compensation for the harm caused by an at-fault car driver. You should speak with an experienced bicycle accident attorney as soon as possible after getting hurt. The Charlotte bicycle accident attorneys at Brown Moore & Associates, PLLC. are ready to help assist with making a compensation claim.<br><br>

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How to Stay Safe and What to Do if You’re Hurt From Bicycles?

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  1. How to Stay Safe and What to Do If You’re Hurt From Bicycles?

  2. New residential and commercial developments cause road congestion prompting many residents to use bicycles around town. Now, more than ever, both cyclists and drivers should be aware of their surroundings and share the road. Here, are some important safety tips and advice bicyclists on what to do when injured in a bicycle accident in Charlotte.

  3. Important safety tips can prevent a bicycle accident in Charlotte and minimize injury. Because head injuries are common and possibly fatal, wearing a helmet is crucial. In addition, riding at certain times of day are safer than others. Bicyclist deaths often occur between 6 and 9 pm. This includes bright clothing and reflective gear during the day, with bike lights and reflectors at night.

  4. Make sure your shoelaces are tied and that nothing can catch in the bike chain. Always lookout for potholes, grates, and foreign objects on the road. Assume that other drivers and riders cannot see you, and act accordingly. Minimize distractions when riding. Listening to music is tempting but it can take your focus away from traffic and other dangers. Texting and cell phone usage are strongly discouraged.

  5. Practicing proper safety will not always prevent serious injuries. Common injuries in a bicycle accident include brain and spinal cord damage, bone fractures, and even amputations. A bike injury victim could suffer back and neck pain, muscle strains, or eye, dental and facial trauma.

  6. In North Carolina, if a bicyclist is only 1% responsible for a bicycle accident, he or she cannot recover compensation for their injuries. An experienced attorney experienced attorney can respond and rebut this claim. You are entitled to fair compensation for present and future medical treatment; lost wages or reduced ability to work; and pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

  7. Speak to an Attorney About Your Bicycle Accident in Charlotte Because personal injury cases in North Carolina have a three-year statute of limitations (and only two years for a wrongful death claim), you should speak with an experienced bicycle accident attorney as soon as possible after getting hurt. The Charlotte bicycle accident attorneys bicycle accident attorneys at Brown Moore & Associates, PLLC. Associates, PLLC., are ready to help with your bicycle accident in Charlotte. Charlotte Brown Moore &

  8. Contact Details Address Phone No. Website 930 East Blvd Charlotte, NC 28203 www.brownmoorelaw.com /contact-us/ 704-335-1500 704-335-1500

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