MD v EQ [2024] NZDT 592 (5 September 2024) [pdf, 184 KB]
...crossing and also riding further from his car (eg 1.5m) the collision would not have occurred, and he would not have sustained damage to his vehicle. 9. Rule 7.2 is a legally bound duty that drivers must follow. The [International driving website] information and the [NZ driving website] information is provided for cyclists to ride more safely but they are not New Zealand law. One might argue it was prudent for MD to be taking account of these safe riding guides, but they are not legall...