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While red light cameras are commonplace and many police cruisers are also equipped with video cameras, a new type of camera has emerged called a bike helmet camera. The New York Times ran an article about a bicyclist, Evan Wilder, who routinely wears a bike helmet camera when cycling. In one particular instance, a pickup truck driver sideswiped him and fled the scene. However, the camera captured the whole incident on video, revealing the driver’s license plate number. Mr. Wilder put his talents to use through his job in the photography department of National Geographic and found the particular video frame that provided a clear image of the license plate. The District of Columbia prosecutor was able to track down the driver and charged him with leaving the scene of an accident.
All cyclists would be wise to wear a bike helmet camera for their own protection. The NY Times article also pointed out other instances where cyclists benefited from these video cams. In one incident, a belligerent driver who was ready to beat up the biker backed off when he saw the camera.
Fortunately, Evan’s injuries were minor. However, in a serious bike accident, a helmet cam can prove invaluable for building an injury case. Such cameras provide vital evidence to prove negligence and hold liable parties accountable.
If you are involved in a serious bike accident, there is no charge to discuss the prospects of pursuing a case with an experienced New York City car accident attorney, Sackstein, Sackstein, and Lee, LLP has decades of experience handling bike accident cases.