There are some precautions a cyclist can take to ensure his or her safety while riding a bike in Philadelphia or elsewhere in the state:
- Although Pennsylvania law does not require bicyclists to wear helmets, the protective headgear could save your life if you get into a traffic accident.
- Wearing reflective or brightly colored clothing reduces the risk of getting struck by a vehicle.
- All bicyclists must abide by all traffic rules and use bike lanes whenever possible.
If it is too late for you to take precautions and you have already been hurt in a bicycle crash, you may want to speak with an experienced Philadelphia bicycle accident lawyer from Dan Doyle Law Group as soon as possible.