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Halloween hazards put partygoers and trick-or-treaters at risk for suffering serious injuries or death. A night of spooky fun and revelry, adults and children alike often go to costume parties, take to the streets to trick or treat, partake in sweet treats, carve and light up pumpkins, and otherwise engage in activities celebrating the holiday. Unfortunately, seemingly harmless Halloween activities send many people to emergency rooms and urgent care clinics each year.

When left hook bicycle accidents occur, it is important to determine whether drivers or cyclists are at fault. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the risk of involvement in a crash resulting in injury or death is significantly greater for cyclists than it is for motor vehicle drivers or passengers, despite bicycles only accounting for 1% of U.S. travel. Drivers often do not see or claim to have not seen bicyclists, which can result in them failing to take appropriate action to avoid potentially serious collisions.