Bicycling And The Law - 911law.com

In today’s podcast, Richard L. Duquette discusses Ten Tips to Avoid Being Doored. Richard’s prior episode discussed the Door Zone Debate and where to ride to be safe and in compliance with the law.   How Often Does It Happen   Cyclists are doored more often that you would think. Although cyclist try hard to avoid this dangerous occurrence, it is second only to a vehicular right hook turn as a cause of bicycle injuries.   Richard has successfully investigating and resolving several doored injury cases, he’s offering his tips to avoid an injury.   Tip #1   Choose a safe wide route. Avoid one that is lined with cars. Prevention is the best cure, always. Your route is critical so pick a safe one with a bike lane or bike route lane so there is separation between you and the parked cars.   Ride as far to the right as possible but when in a bike lane, move as far to the left as possible to give you more space especially if the lane is buffered. If you are riding in a group, ride single file as opposed to side by sid