In many ways, California is ahead of much of the rest of the nation when it comes to cyclist safety. For example, the state has invested substantially into research and city planning that focus on cyclist and pedestrian safety. Both municipality and state lawmakers...
Bicycle Accidents
4 times drivers’ cause cyclist accidents, and potential remedies
Bicyclists can use their bikes to commute, exercise, or just take an enjoyable ride through town. Unfortunately, too often these rides are hindered by bad drivers. Four times that bad driving habits cause an accident include: Lane changing. Changing lanes requires...
Could the President’s American Jobs Plan result in infrastructure improvements benefitting bicyclists?
Most of us have heard about the President's proposed $2 trillion infrastructure plan, called the American Jobs Plan. The name doesn't give you the best idea as to what the plan entails, though. This plan is far-reaching, as it seeks to both rebuild and extend the...
Hit-and-run motorists remain a threat for cyclists
Another hit-and-run accident involving a car versus bicycle, another bicyclist critically injured. Thankfully, the bicyclist did not die. These stories continue to occur and continue to alarm the public. When will they end? And when will motorists take responsibility...
2020 was a different year for L.A., except for bicycle accidents
As everyone knows, 2020 was a year like no other in recent memory. One of the consequences of the lockdowns in California was that fewer people in Los Angeles commuted to work and school than in years. But the number of people injured or killed in bicycle accidents...
Do cyclists have the right to be on the main roads?
It’s surprising how many people believe that cyclists don’t have a right to be on the main road where motor vehicles operate, but the truth is that they do have a right to be there. Bicycles are vehicles, and as such, they are allowed to be on the road like any other...
Your recourse following a bicycle accident
Biking is a great way of getting around. Not only is it good exercise, it’s also good for the environment. The popularity of biking as a primary mode of transportation has been growing across the U.S. in recent years. In Los Angeles, upgrades to the city’s bike...
Drunk drivers pose a danger to cyclists in L.A.
Everyone knows that drinking and driving leads to car accidents and that victims can get seriously hurt. Now imagine the target of a drunk driver is on a bicycle, with nothing more than a helmet to protect them. No airbags, seatbelts or crumple zones like modern motor...
Drivers must know how to safely pass bicyclists
Drivers tend to make a lot of mistakes around bicyclists, and one of the most dangerous mistakes they can make is when they pass improperly. On many roads, a cyclist is naturally slower than the traffic around the bike. That does not mean that the cyclist does not...
Why cyclists should not trust parked cars
Bicycles offer an excellent alternative to getting around the city. Promoting health while protecting the environment is a noble cause, but it is not one without risks. Cars in California are notorious for endangering cyclists on the road. While moving vehicles can...
