Dangers Of Bicycle Riders In Ohio

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Dangers Of Bicycle Riders In Ohio
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The majority of people prefer driving a car as
their main method of transport. However, there
are those who prefer riding a bicycle. Yes, it is
more dangerous but it is environment-friendly and
it serves as a good exercise. But there are many
dangers of riding a bicycle, especially in large
cities with populations over 300,000 people.
Cleveland has many dangerous intersections and
bicycle accidents happen every week. Here are
some tips that will help you avoid the dangers of
the road and help you enjoy the freedom of riding
a bicycle.
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Knowing The Basics
The state of Ohio does not have any specific
bike-related laws. The main bike law states
that all bicyclists must ride their bicycles as
close to the right side (of the roadway) as
possible. When necessary, the cyclist could use
the entire lane to avoid an object or a collision
on the road. However, the cyclist must always
stay as close to the right side as possible.

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In Ohio it is also allowed for two bicyclists
to ride abreast, meaning side-by-side in the
same lane. When riding abreast, two cyclists are
not required to move out of the way of faster
traffic, as long as they are both riding close to
the right side of the road. However, the cyclist
must always stay as close to the right side as
possible.
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All vehicle owners must, according to the law,
have the proper equipment when riding on the
roadways. Like all vehicle owners, cyclists have
to have certain equipment too. This equipment
involves the following
Equipment

White light on the front of the bicycle
The red reflector and a red light in the rear
A protective helmet
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Some cities have additional requirements written
in their municipal codes. For instance, Dayton
requires all of their cyclists to always wear a
helmet and to have a bell attached to their
bicycle (which can be heard up to 100 feet away).
If you are a cyclist in Cleveland, be sure to
speak with Cleveland bicycle accident attorneys
to learn more about the laws and requirements in
the city. Or, if you end up in an accident, be
sure to let attorneys know of your problems so
that they can help you file a claim and obtain
compensation for
Medical bills
Lost wages
Property damage
Pain and suffering

Obtain Compensation For
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Other Things to Know
As long as bicyclists are riding within the speed
limit (but not faster than), they are allowed to
continue riding freely in their lane, without
having to move for other vehicles to pass them.
If the cyclist is riding way slower than the
limit states, the vehicles may pass the cyclists
as long as the vehicles do not cross the speed
limit while passing.

Ohio prohibits all cyclists to use sidewalks
instead of the roadway, and all cyclists who are
caught doing so will face penalties. However,
once again, some cities may have special rules
that prohibit sidewalk cycling only in business
districts while it is allowed in less urban
areas. Speak with your attorney to find out about
the rules of the road, and in case you get
injured and up with an injury, consult with
Personal injury attorneys, schedule a free
initial consultation and receive a free case
evaluation today.
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