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What To Do After a Bike Accident? 

Posted on March 8, 2023 by Admin

Biking happens every day. While we hope it never happens to us or someone we care about, the reality is that it happens more often than not. Whether you’re a casual cyclist or someone who rides religiously, it’s essential to know what to happen in the unfortunate event you find yourself in the middle of an accident. This article shares the five steps to take after a bike accident. Ask for Help Immediately While we hope it never happens to you or someone you know, it’s essential to know what to do to ensure you get the compensation you need to recover fully. The first thing you want to do after getting hit by a car is ask for help. Call out to bystanders for assistance and contact 911. If an accident happens on a relatively busy street, it is essential to get to a clear space. You’ll likely need…
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5 Essential Bike Safety Rules for Kids

Posted on November 29, 2019 by Dudek Law Firm

There are few things we associate more with a happy childhood than riding a bike. Teaching bicycle safety to your kids is a great way to help them develop good habits early in life. Here are five essential bike safety rules for kids to make sure these childhood rides stay safe: Bicycle Safety Rule #1: Make Sure the Helmet Fits Helmets are the single best way to prevent a minor accident from becoming a major injury. You and your child should always ride with a helmet. Make sure that the helmet fits. Also, ensure that the helmet fastens properly.  You don’t want the helmet coming loose while your child is riding. A snug fit is your best bet. Help your kid build this habit and you are halfway there. Bicycle Safety Rule #2: Stay on the Sidewalk As an adult, you probably want to avoid sidewalks and stick to bike…
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How Should You Respond to a Hit-and-Run Bicycle Accident?

Posted on July 11, 2019 by Dudek Law Firm

Hit and run accidents are notoriously common in San Diego. Some hit and run crashes involve pedestrians or bicyclists who die or suffer serious injuries. In the more serious cases, we hear about hit and run collisions on the news – such as the man in Guatay who was seriously injured in a hit and run bicycle crash last month. Other cases of hit and run bike crashes in San Diego involve fatalities.  If you or a loved one suffered harm in a hit and run, there are critical steps you should take immediately following the accident.  Contact the Police and Emergency Services If you suffer injuries in a bicycle collision with a hit and run driver, then your first step should be to seek medical attention and notify the authorities. Depending on what you remember about the vehicle, police may be able to apprehend and arrest the driver. You…
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