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In June of 2009, the Wisconsin Legislature passed a new law
regarding car drivers opening their doors into a bicyclist using
the roadway. Before this
new law, a bicyclist was required to
ride at least three feet from parked cars. (Note cars are also
required to ride three feet from bicyclists). The new law,
creates a duty for drivers to open their doors in a safe
manner. "No person may open any door of a motor vehicle located
on a highway without first taking due precaution to ensure that
his or her act will not interfere with the movement of traffic
or endanger any other person or vehicle." If you are riding and
get hit by a car door, make sure the investigating officer is
aware of the new law and fines for drivers who violate the law. If you were injured on your bicycle after hitting a car door, you may be entitled to damages for your injuries. To find out more about your Wisconsin personal injury case, contact Attorney Clayton Griessmeyer. |
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