Bicycle Laws In Florida

Except for a few roadways in Florida, every FDOT travel lane is also a bikeway – no special signs or markings needed. In the state of Florida, the bicycle is considered a legal vehicle and may be operated on the street, unless there is some guidance noted otherwise, such as marked bicycle lane.

Because bicycles offer little protection for riders, injuries can be devastating when car and truck drivers make careless mistakes. Florida’s personal injury laws allow accident victims the right to seek compensation for damages if the other party was careless.

In Orlando, auto drivers have caused bodily injury and harm to bicyclists for reasons such as:

• Speeding
• Failing to notice bicyclist on the road
• Driving while drowsy
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Failing to obey traffic lights
• Distracted driving (i.e. talking on cellphone)
• Aggressive driving

More than half of Florida bicycle accidents are attributed to the fault of the driver. Even if you aren’t sure you have a claim, let our Orlando bicycle accident attorneys help you determine its merits.