Category Archives: Bicycle Accident
Bicyclist Killed in Camden County Crash
Riding a bike has health benefits, but when compared to vehicles, bike riders don’t stand a chance. Cars and trucks often travel at high speeds and don’t always see smaller vehicles, such as bicycles. This can lead to serious and even fatal accidents. Sadly, this was recently the case in New Jersey. A man… Read More »
Teen injured in Bicycle Crash Involving Deer
When a teen is out bicycling at night, they need to be looking for vehicles and other hazards. They are likely not looking for deer, but they should be. A recent crash in Hackettstown led to a subsequent accident due to the hazard in question: a deer. A teen was injured after a motorcyclist… Read More »
Man Arrested After Killing Teen in Bicycle Crash
In New Jersey, many people drive cars. Many others ride bicycles. These modes of transportation need to be able to coexist on roadways. Sometimes drivers are careful around bicycles. Many are not, causing fatal accidents and not even stopping to offer medical aid. Sadly, this recently happened in New Jersey. A man driving a… Read More »
Bicyclist Severely Injured In Dooring Accident
Motorists need to be aware of bicyclists at all times. Sometimes motorists can cause injuries to a bicycle rider even without directly hitting them. An example of this is suddenly opening their vehicle’s door, causing the bicycle to crash into it. This was the case for a woman last fall. The woman claims she… Read More »
Boy Hit By SUV While Riding Bicycle
People of all ages ride bicycles on a regular basis. While riding a bike can be convenient, it can also be dangerous. Bikes are smaller than motor vehicles and even in the middle of the day, they can be hard for motorists to see. This can lead to an accident. While many bike crashes… Read More »
Man Killed In Bicycle Crash
Bicycles can be fun and exciting to ride, but they are lightweight and can easily crash. One bad move or one minor hazard in the roadway can cause a major accident. A rider can suffer major head trauma and even death. A New Jersey man was killed in a bicycle crash in Bergen County…. Read More »
Bicyclist Killed In Crash With Pickup Truck
Riding bikes is a favorite pastime of many children. Bicycles provide fun and adventure for kids who cannot yet legally drive, plus they allow riders to get to school, friends’ houses, and other desirable destinations. However, bicycles are small and can be unpredictable. These issues make accidents more likely, and unfortunately, a crash with… Read More »
Surge In Bicycling Requires New Laws, Protections
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a lot of new trends—good and bad. With gyms closed early last year due to quarantines, New Jersey residents sought out other ways to stay fit. One of those ways is bicycling. While this might seem like great news, the bicycling trend has also led to an increase… Read More »
Driver Charged With Vehicular Homicide For Fatal Hit And Run
Bicyclists may be getting a lot of exercise, but they face a lot of dangers on the roadways. They share streets with motor vehicles and all it takes is one wrong maneuver to cause a fatal bicycle accident. Sadly, this was recently the case in New Jersey. A motorist hit a bicycle on Shunpike… Read More »
New York Jets Assistant Coach Killed In Bicycle Accident
Whether you ride a bicycle for fun or sport, you are putting your life at risk every time you hop on one. The dangers are especially pronounced when you ride a bicycle in traffic with larger vehicles. A crash can be catastrophic or even fatal. A bicycle accident has led to fatality for an… Read More »
