Bicycle Accidents
Wilmington’s Bicycle Accident Attorneys Are Here for You
Are you in danger of being in a bicycle accident? The rise in bicycle accidents is increasingly evident in the Cape Fear Region.
Wilmington, North Carolina’s mild weather conditions, and diverse cityscape should make bicycling an excellent transportation alternative for those of us who would rather leave the car at home. But with increasing traffic, few bicycle lanes, and dangerous intersections, it can be scary, to say the least.
What makes it worse is that bicycle accident laws are outdated and unreasonable. This puts those with limited options for getting around in a dangerous position. Unfortunately, when it comes to bicyclists, a lack of protection ensures that most accidents can be deadly or at the very least, cause serious injuries that can alter the future of the victim. The fact that there is a growing resentment towards bicyclists just adds to the problem.
According to watchformenc.org in 2016, there were 950 bicyclists and more than 2,900 pedestrians hit by cars in North Carolina. Approximately 20 bicyclist deaths occur each year, and the numbers haven’t improved much.
Most Frequent Causes of Bicycle Accidents
Most accidents, according to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, involving both a motor vehicle and a car, are caused by the vehicle making a turn into the path of the cyclist. More often than not, the driver of the car is failing to yield or stop, causing the accident.
In order for bicycle accident victims to recover for damages, it’s vital for us to be able to properly investigate the accident so we can represent each client to the best of our ability. If you’re a bicyclist who has experienced a bicycle accident, you don’t have to fight alone. Our experienced bicycle accident attorneys are here to fight for you.