Originally Posted by
franklin_m
You should read a military flight mishap investigation. We're held to that standard - rightfully so. I'd argue the driver should know or expect bikes to be on the side of the road, and if the grass is so high you can't see a bike in it, then you shouldn't assume the area is clear.
I am very familiar with the military mind set. Even assisted with a couple of investigations. I retired 9 years ago. The FAA isn't much different. But you really should read my post again as you did not get the story even close to right. The end result would be the driver is at fault for hitting the person but not near as likely to be punished for it given the circumstances. Cops get shot and the shooters walk free legally if the situation supports it.