In the belief that it is best to prevent an injury, the state has legislated ROW laws. These rules were written to prevent conflicts between bikes, pedestrians and motor vehicles. They are a part of the vehicle code and if broken, you are subject to a fine. They are the same rules that you must obey while driving a motor vehicle. The ROW goes to the person who was there first - the first pedestrian in the intersection or the first vehicle in the crosswalk.
Cyclists are to yield the ROW to pedestrians in crosswalks just as motor vehicles do.
Slowing down as you approach a traffic circle can make the difference between a safe stop and a hospital visit. The ROW is given to the vehicle on the right when two or more vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time. This rule also applies to situations where two or more vehicles arrive at a traffic circle at the same time. Stopping at stop signs and yielding to traffic at yield signs is something we're all accustomed to doing while driving a car. Other vehicles must wait until the intersection is clear and it is safe to complete your turn.