Bicycle Season Is In Full Swing - Make Sure You Wear A Helmet
As a Philadelphia bicycle accident attorney and an active bicyclist for the last 45 years, I have been the victim of quite a few bike accidents and have represented many individuals who have been catastrophically injured as the result of a bicycle accident. Every year, injuries and fatalities from bike rides increase due to the fact that many motorists are not paying attention.
For many years when I rode my bike I never wore a helmet, enjoying the freedom. However, every year approximately 135 children die from bicycle-related injuries and more than 267,000 non-fatal bicycle accidents occur. It is a well known statistic that helmets can reduce the risk of head trauma and severe brain injury by 88%. However, studies indicate that only 15 to 25% of children 14 and under wear a bicycle helmet. Many states and municipalities are now requiring all bicycle riders to wear helmets at all times when riding a bicycle.
When selecting a helmet, one should purchase one that meets standards set by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. I suggest purchasing a helmet from a store specializing in bikes who understand that safety comes first. Of course, a helmet is of no great value unless it is properly fitted and put on correctly. Straps must always be buckled and the helmet should be positioned correctly on the head. For more information about bicycle safety, call 937-641-3385 or visit www.usa.safekids.org.
The Philadelphia bicycle accident law firm of Reiff and Bily have worked hard for the last 30 years to help cyclists and most often find motorists do not pay attention to cyclists and attempt to blame cyclists for all of the accidents that occur just because they are on a bike. We will evaluate liability, legal compensation for pain and suffering, medical compensation and make sure that you are fully compensated for your injuries. In the United States, a bicyclist is fatally injured every six hours. At the experienced bicycle injury law firm of Reiff and Bily, we will provide a no cost, no obligation case evaluation and a pre-litigation consultation. If we decide to accept your case, there will be no fee unless there is a recovery. Our record of success speaks for itself.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident or need advice on your legal rights and were not at fault, please contact one of our experienced bicycle accident lawyers at the Philadelphia bicycle accident and personal injury law firm of Reiff and Bily at 1-800-421-9595 or online at www.reiffandbily.com.
