Patch reported recently that a man was killed last Monday afternoon on Siesta Key, a barrier island off the coast near Sarasota, in a tragic accident in which he was hit by a trolley while riding his bicycle on the island. According to officials with the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident took place on Monday,…
Florida is a dangerous place to be a bicyclist. We top the nation in the number of bicycle accidents each year. The news is full of stories about bicyclists getting struck. On this page, we document some of those stories from Florida news sources as part of our blog. All sources for these stories are cited in the articles.
If you are a cyclist, we encourage you to read these stories along with our other pages on bicycle accidents so you can take steps to prevent an accident. Here are some additional tips:
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- The first and most basic rule is to always wear a helmet. Helmets save lives!
- Know the rules of the road and follow them. If you follow the rules and get hit, your chances of getting compensation will go up. Break them and you may be stuck with the bill.
- Learn how to ride with one hand so you can use hand signals to warn other drivers.
- If you must ride at night, use a system with lights so you’re more visible. Reflectors only work so well.
One type of accident that plagues bicyclists is hit-and-run. Cowardly drivers know that if they hit a bicyclist they’ll likely be injured so they flee the scene. Do your best to identify the car and ask any witnesses what they saw if this happens to you. The police need that information to find the driver and bring them to justice.
If you have any questions about bicycle accidents in the state of Florida, or if you’ve been hit by a car riding one, do not hesitate to call Chalik Law. Our experienced legal team is ready to help you out.
Delray Beach Accident Kills Bicyclist
The CW Channel 34 News and WPBF Channel 25 ABC News reported recently that a bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Delray Beach on the evening of Thursday, January 28. According to officials with the Delray Beach Police Department, the incident took place on Thursday, January 28, 2021 between 6:25 p.m. and 6:35…
New Port Richey Cyclist Killed In Accident
Patch reported recently that a woman from New Port Richey was killed Tuesday morning while bicycling in Hudson after being struck by a motor vehicle. According to officials with the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident took place between 7:20 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Tuesday, December 22 along Florida State Route…
A Bicyclist Killed In An Accident Is Identified. The Investigation Is Still Ongoing
Florida weather makes bicycling a popular activity in Florida for both residents and tourists alike. Furthermore, current stay-at-home orders have made bicycling a common pastime. While major cities such as Miami and Orlando may have designated bike lanes, smaller cities and rural areas do not. Unfortunately, the popularity of cycling combined with the number of…
A Bicyclist Is Critically Injured After An Accident Involving A Garbage Truck
In many cities across the United States, many people are turning to bicycling for health and as a primary method of transportation. Sadly, this means that there are more bicycles on the roadways, and that has led to a rise in the number of bicycle collisions. According to the NHTSA, there were 6,568 bicycle crashes…
Bicycle Accidents And Deaths On The Rise In Florida
According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, Florida roadways are a killing field for cyclists. On a per-capita scale, cyclist deaths in Florida are almost 60 percent higher than the next closes state. Between 2007-2016, Florida saw 6.2 deaths per 100,000 people. The next closest state, Louisiana, had 3.9 deaths per 100,000. According to…
Bicyclist Killed in Hollywood After Car Leaves the Roadway
According to AAA, Florida leads the nation in the number of fatal bicycle accidents. In 2017, there were 800 people killed in Florida in bicycle accidents. Some of the most common contributing causes to bicycle accidents are failure to yield and poor lighting. Many cities in Florida have not been very accommodating when it comes…
Riding a Bike in Central Florida Is Risky
Riding a bicycle can be a fun and healthy way to get around. Not only can you lose weight and get in shape, you can also reduce your carbon footprint and save money. However, before you head out on two wheels, keep in mind these safety tips. Never ride your bicycle without a properly fitted…
Video Captures Moment of Hit-and-Run in St. Petersburg
The number of both pedestrians and bicyclists killed in roadway accidents is increasing. In 2003, pedestrians and bicyclists represented 12.6% of the total number of fatalities. In 2017, they accounted for 18.2% of fatalities. An even grimmer statistic is that while overall traffic fatalities decreased by 0.8% between 2008 and 2017, pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities…
Coral Springs Woman Charged With Hitting Bicyclist in Hit and Run Accident
Florida is one of the most dangerous states when it comes to pedestrians and those on a bicycle. They also take a strong stance against hit and run accidents in Florida. In Florida, even if the accident only causes minor property damage, the driver or drivers are required to pull over and exchange information. Not…
Cyclist Killed In Early Morning Crash In Tampa
The Tampa Bay Times reports that a cyclist was killed in an early morning Tampa Bay crash. The accident occurred Sunday morning in Tampa. 57-year-old Reginald Knight was headed north on 26th Street towards the intersection of Columbus Drive. At about 4:30 a.m., the driver of a Toyota sedan was traveling east on Columbus Drive,…
Hit-and-Run Driver Turns Himself in After Allegedly Hitting Two Cyclists
According to AAA, Florida is the most dangerous state in the nation for bicyclists. In its latest report, the agency stated that nearly 800 people in Florida died from bicycle accidents in 2017. Poor lighting and failure of motorists to yield right of way were two top contributing factors in the state for the accidents….
Young Child Killed While Cycling to School
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Florida tops the list when it comes to the deadliest states for bicyclists. The statistics were staggering: per-capita, Florida’s cyclist death rate was almost 60% higher than the next state on the list. Between 2007-2016, Florida had 6.2 deaths per 100,000 people. That is compared to Louisiana’s…
A Brief Overview of Bicycle Laws in Florida
The state of Florida considers bicycles as vehicles and the cyclists as drivers. As such, cyclists must abide by the same traffic laws to which drivers are subject. It’s important to know your state’s bicycle laws not only to avoid citation, but also to prevent accidents. General Overview of Important Bicycle Laws in Fort Lauderdale…
Bicycle Accident Deaths: a Frequency in Florida
A new report released by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) delivers some upsetting news: the state of Florida ranks as one of the top states in the nation for number of cyclist fatalities. The report analyzed data in states across the nation regarding bicycle accidents, as well as offered some bicycle safety suggestions to…