What if a bicycle rider collides with a pedestrian?

If you are a bicycle rider in South Carolina and you collide with a pedestrian, you may be liable for any injuries and damages that result from the accident. Generally, cyclists are held to the same standards of care as drivers of motor vehicles. This means that the cyclist must take reasonable steps to avoid a collision, and must obey all traffic laws and regulations. If a cyclist collides with a pedestrian, the cyclist may be found liable for the pedestrian’s injuries if the cyclist was negligent in any way. To determine the cyclist’s liability, a court will decide whether the cyclist acted reasonably and followed applicable laws. If it is determined that the cyclist was not following these laws, then the cyclist may be liable. The pedestrian may also be found partially liable for the accident if it is found that they contributed to the accident either by acting in a careless manner or by not obeying applicable laws. If the pedestrian is found to be partially liable, the court will determine the cyclist’s and pedestrian’s percentage of fault, and the cyclist’s liability may be reduced as a result. In South Carolina, all bicycle riders must have insurance coverage in order to be protected against financial liability if they are involved in an accident. It is important for cyclists to be aware of their legal obligations in order to minimize their risk of being liable for damages in the event of a collision.

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