Massachusetts is among the most bicycle-friendly states, with extensive bike lanes and a strong cycling culture in cities like Boston, Cambridge, and Northampton. But sharing the road with cars brings real danger.
'Dooring' — when a parked vehicle's occupant opens a door into a cyclist's path — is a frequent and dangerous crash type. Massachusetts law specifically prohibits opening a vehicle door into traffic when it's unsafe to do so, placing fault on the person who opened the door.
Cyclists have the same rights and duties as other road users. Drivers must pass at a safe distance, and failing to do so or turning across a cyclist's path supports a negligence claim.
Bicycle crashes often cause serious injuries despite helmet use. Preserving evidence — the location, lane markings, vehicle position, and witness accounts — helps establish fault and counter unfair assumptions about cyclists.
If you've been injured in Massachusetts, Injury Claim Team can connect you with an experienced personal injury attorney at no cost. Call 973-566-5599 any time for a free, confidential case review — there's no fee unless you win.
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