California has numerous traffic laws that affect cyclists. Many of these rules aim to limit crash risk and protect cyclists from injury in traffic. In many cases, California leads the nation in safe cycling infrastructure. Sometimes it takes a while for lawmakers to...
Bicycle Accidents
Bicycle crashes can be caused by poor road conditions
Cycling in Los Angeles is a popular mode of transportation. It is environmentally friendly and has many health benefits. However, poor road conditions can significantly impact bicyclists by causing them to lose control of their bicycles and crash into guardrails or...
Can California’s “daylighting” law make bicyclists safer?
One of the most dangerous places on the road for bicyclists is crosswalks. They can also be particularly dangerous for pedestrians, those who use wheelchairs and scooters and anyone who may not always be visible to oncoming drivers as they prepare to cross a street....
Close passes are far too common for motorists passing cyclists
It’s common for drivers to encounter cyclists while sharing the road. Since motor vehicles are typically much faster, drivers often catch up to cyclists and need to pass them from behind. It’s crucial for drivers to understand how much space to give cyclists to ensure...
Why are broken collarbones so common in bicycle accidents?
A broken collarbone, or clavicle fracture, is one of the most common injuries cyclists experience in accidents. This is largely due to the anatomy of the human body and the physics involved in a crash. The collarbone is a thin, curved bone connecting the shoulder to...
Why do drivers overlook cyclists in traffic?
There are two main types of safety gear that people recommend to cyclists. First, there are accessories designed specifically to protect people in the event of collisions. Clothing intended to prevent road rash and helmets fall into this category. Second, there is...
Should I contact the police after a bicycle accident?
While bicycling is a great way to get exercise and reduce the amount of traffic on the busy roads of Los Angeles, sharing the road with drivers puts you at risk of serious injury. When you are injured by a driver while bicycling, you may not know exactly what to do....
These 3 trucks hit cyclists most often
When studying cyclist accidents, a clear danger comes from pickup trucks. In many studies, the vehicle involved in the majority of cyclist accidents is a pickup truck. This isn’t to say that sedans, sport utility vehicles and other types of vehicles aren’t...
Why do motorists have road rage toward cyclists?
One thing that many motorcyclists recognize is the disdain that some drivers have for them. Some cyclists have to deal with a considerable amount of undesired behavior from motorists. While this is more common in urban areas, it also occurs in rural areas. ...
E-bike crash rates have skyrocketed in recent years
E-bikes are essentially bicycles with small electric motors attached. They can maintain higher speeds with lower levels of physical exertion than traditional bicycles. They are efficient when compared with cars or even motorcycles and have become relatively popular....