Q: A cyclist ran into me and got hurt but he was speeding and I looked twice before turning who is liable ?
I looked twice before turning both ways and no vehicle was there and I turned and the cyclist came out of no where and hit my front left side and my bumper fell off and he stated he is fine but later on I saw him with a hand brace and I tried calling him and he stated “you have to talk to my attorney for information because my attorney told me to not speak to anyone”
A: I hope everyone involved is okay. It could depend on the signage, the traffic control devices at the intersection, and your respective headings. You should place your insurance company on notice of the accident. They will be able to set up their claim and investigate the matter. Good luck
Jonathan R. Ratchik and Peter J. Weinman agree with this answer
A: As the vehicle making a turn, you were obligated to see what there was to be seen under the circumstances, including any appropriate cyclists, and to yield the right of way to any approaching vehicles / bicycles. That you did not see the bicycle, even after looking both ways, suggests you were not paying sufficient attention to the prevailing traffic conditions. Regardless, report the matter to your insurance company and put them on notice of the incident. In the event you get sued, they will hire attorneys to defend you and pay any judgment entered against you up to the limits of your coverage.
Tim Akpinar agrees with this answer
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