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Bicycle Cameras: Recording Evidence for Your Claim

A bike camera can make or break your case. Learn about camera options and using footage as evidence.

2023-07-08 • 5 min read
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Bicycle cameras provide powerful evidence when accidents happen. They can prove liability and counter false claims from drivers.

Benefits of Bike Cameras

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Evidence Preservation

  • • Records exactly what happened

  • • Timestamps the incident

  • • Shows conditions and visibility

  • • Captures license plates

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    Deterrent Effect Visible cameras may discourage aggressive behavior.

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    Liability Proof Video evidence often settles disputes about fault.

    Camera Types

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    Front Cameras Record what's ahead. Essential for intersection crashes.

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    Rear Cameras Capture approaching traffic and rear-end incidents.

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    360° Cameras Record all angles but may have quality tradeoffs.

    Using Footage

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    Immediately After Accident

  • • Don't delete anything

  • • Save footage to multiple locations

  • • Note exact time of incident

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    In Your Claim

  • • Share with your attorney first

  • • May be subpoenaed by defense

  • • Can be edited for presentation (full version preserved)

    Recommendations

    - Loop recording with sufficient memory

  • • Good low-light performance

  • • Weather resistance

  • • Impact detection and auto-save

  • • Mount securely
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