Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Scooter Accident Attorneys in Ohio and Pennsylvania
Serving Clients with Offices in Cleveland, Chardon, Lorain, and Youngstown
Have you or a loved one been injured in a bicycle, pedestrian, or scooter accident?
The most common causes of bicycle vs. car accidents are:
- “Right Hook” – Driver passes the cyclist and immediately turns right into the path of the cyclist
- “Left Cross” – Driver traveling towards the cyclist and makes a left turn into the path of the cyclist
- Getting “Doored” – Passing a parked car as the driver opens the door
- Passes immediately before red lights or stop signs and slamming on brakes
- Passing in curves or double yellows or with oncoming traffic
- Failing to stop
- Running a red light
- Failing to signal
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Improper backing
- Texting while driving
- Distracted driving
- Drunk driving (responsible for 31% of all traffic fatalities)
- Driver fatigue
Even at minimal speeds, cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles have the potential to seriously injure or kill those on foot. If you or someone you love have been injured as a pedestrian, contact our pedestrian accident lawyers at Lowe Trial Lawyers. Common causes of pedestrian injury or death include:
- Turning buses
- Speeding cars
- Drivers failing to yield at crosswalks
- Distracted drivers
- Drunk drivers
- Poor or absent lighting
- Drowsy drivers
Call us today to get the representation you deserve.
Featured Cases
$550,000 for Injured Cyclist
$550,000 was awarded to a cyclist who suffered orthopedic injuries and who the police cited for being at fault for causing an accident with a passing motorist.
How to Get Help
Lowe Trial Lawyers carefully analyze each individual case to provide the best options and solutions. If you or a loved one have experienced a bicycle, pedestrian, or scooter injury, don’t hesitate to schedule a free consultation.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Scooter Accidents
Does Ohio have a "3-Foot Rule" for bicycles?
Yes. Under ORC § 4511.27, motorists overtaking a bicycle must leave a safe distance of not less than three feet when passing. Failure to do so is evidence of negligence.
What are pedestrian rights in Ohio crosswalks?
ORC § 4511.46 states that when traffic control signals are not in place, drivers must yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing within a crosswalk when the pedestrian is on the half of the roadway the vehicle is traveling on.
Are electric scooters legal on Ohio sidewalks?
In many Ohio cities (like Columbus or Cleveland), motorized scooters are prohibited on sidewalks and must be used on the street or in bike lanes, following the same traffic laws as bicycles.
What if a child is hit by a car in Ohio?
Ohio applies the “Rule of Sevens” regarding negligence: children under seven are generally considered incapable of negligence, while the conduct of children between 7 and 14 is judged against other children of the same age.
