Is it ever legal to ride a bike on a sidewalk? We have all done it. All of us who have kids have seen or encouraged them to do it. But is it legal? The short answer is yes and no depending on how old you are, and where you are doing it.
Most people know (and surprisingly many still don’t) that as cyclists we have to obey the same traffic laws as motor vehicle drivers. In most states cyclists can get speeding tickets for breaking the speed limit. It’s not uncommon for cyclists to get stopped and ticketed for running red lights, or stop signs. The same traffic rules always apply to cyclists with some modifications or additions depending on where your age and where you live.
News reports indicated that a Salt Lake City bicyclist had been stuck by a teen driver who was texting on his phone while in the Canyons on a winding road. The bicyclist was severely injured when the teen veered into the bicyclist as he lost control on a curve in the road. These accidents are all to frequent where drivers are distracted whether it’s talking on the phone, texting, eating in the car etc.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a Salt Lake City bicycle accident, it is important to consult with a dedicated Utah personal injury attorney right away. An experienced accident attorney can work with you to determine all of factors that may have led to a particular accident and help you recover the compensation you deserve.