I don't know how true this statement is... but it sure sounds good to me.
"In Amsterdam and many cities where cycling is common, drivers are taught that a cyclist comes first, both practically and legally. In Holland and most Scandinavian countries, if a driver hits a cyclist, the driver is at fault. Period. The European Union is now working to make this a standard policy in its member countries."
Now obviously, like the pedestrian law that was just discussed, there are exceptions and responsibilities on the part of all parties involved.