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Do Bicycles Need To Obey Traffic Laws?

A Bicycle is considered a vehicle, and its rider is considered a driver. That means that the traffic signs and warnings posted are also meant for bicyclists, so you could face a lot of trouble if you ignore the road rules. When a crash occurs speak with the Nationwide bicycle accident attorneys at Colson Hicks Eidson about your legal rights as a cyclist. You may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit against the careless driver or another party for causing your involvement in a Miami bike accident.

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Do Bicycles Need To Obey Traffic Laws?

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  1. Do Bicycles Need To Obey Traffic Laws?

  2. A bicycle is considered a vehicle, and its rider is considered a driver. That means that the traffic signs and warnings that are posted are also meant for bicyclists, so you could face a lot of trouble if you ignore the rules of the road. Here are a few reminders about the rules of riding that every Florida cyclist needs to know.

  3. What Are Florida’s Bicycle Laws? What Are Florida’s Bicycle Laws? When you are riding your bike, remember to ride in the same direction as traffic. You should always use the bike lanes if they are available, and if there are no bike lanes, you should ride as far to the right side of the road as you can safely manage.

  4. Another thing to remember is that bicycles are allowed to ride on sidewalks, but remember that the pedestrian always has the right of way.

  5. Remember that not only do you have to follow the traffic laws when riding a bike, but you also have the same rights as a person driving a car. So, if you are hit while riding on the road, know your rights.

  6. The Nationwide bicycle accident attorneys of Colson Hicks Eidson have helped cyclists involved in accidents for several years. If you have questions about your bicycle accident, contact them for free cyclist accident advice.

  7. Colson Hicks Eidson 255 Alhambra Circle Penthouse Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-476-7400 https://www.colson.com/contact/

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