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What if I Was Hit While Crossing in a Bike Lane?

A bicycle accident can leave you with serious injuries and expensive medical bills. Trying to navigate a legal case on top of recovery can feel impossible to accomplish. Our Conway bike accident attorneys at Kinon Law Firm are ready to help you understand your legal rights under South Carolina law and take care of your case. Our team has years of experience representing injured cyclists throughout the Conway area.

South Carolina Laws That Protect Injured Cyclists

Conway is known for its location along the Waccamaw River and its historic downtown district near Main Street and U.S. Highway 501. With residents, visitors, and college students traveling throughout the area, bicycle traffic is common. Busy roads and intersections can increase the risk of collisions between bicycles and motor vehicles.

South Carolina’s bicycle laws apply whenever a bicycle is being used on a public roadway or on a path specifically designed for bicycles. Bicyclists generally have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers of motor vehicles. When a bicycle lane is available, bicyclists must use it unless they need to pass another bicyclist or avoid an obstruction. 

Under S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-3425, motorists must exercise due care to avoid colliding with any bicyclist. Drivers cannot block bicycle lanes and must yield to bicyclists before crossing into the lane. Drivers must maintain a safe distance when operating near bicycles. 

If you were lawfully riding in a designated bike lane when a driver struck you, the facts of the accident will determine who is legally responsible. Our lawyers at Kinon Law Firm can investigate the crash and work to build the strongest possible claim on your behalf.

How Fault Is Determined After a Bicycle Accident

South Carolina follows a modified comparative negligence rule under S.C. Code Ann. § 15-38-15. Courts review the evidence and assign each party a percentage of fault for the collision. An injured person may recover compensation if they are 50% or less responsible for the accident. Any financial recovery is reduced by their assigned percentage of fault. For example:

  • A driver turns across a bike lane without looking for approaching cyclists and is found 90% at fault. The cyclist is assigned 10% of the fault for failing to use required lighting after dark.
  • If the cyclist is awarded $80,000 in damages, the recovery would be reduced by 10%, resulting in $72,000.

Every accident is different, which is why our attorneys carefully examine traffic camera footage, police reports, witness statements, and other evidence before advising clients about their legal options.

Conway Bike Accident Lawyers Advocating on Your Behalf

Choosing the right Conway bike accident lawyer can be an overwhelming task after getting injured. At Kinon Law Firm, our attorneys are ready to speak about the full details of your situation in a free case assessment. They’ll be able to offer their honest legal guidance, allowing you to take control of your case. 

Contact our lawyers today online or by calling 843-488-9191. We’re proud to serve those living in Conway, Myrtle Beach, and surrounding cities throughout South Carolina.

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