On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jul 7, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
If a car hits you while biking, the results can be disastrous. Though you take every safety precaution, bicycles can still leave you vulnerable to injuries and damages. California is a fault-based accident coverage state. This means that the party who is at fault for...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jul 3, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents, Brain Injury
Cyclists know that helmets can sometimes make or break the outcome of crashes. While many still choose not to wear them, those who do enjoy a peace of mind that they’re less likely to endure a traumatic brain injury or die on the road if there is an accident. After...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jul 1, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
If you thought that American states were making progress on bicycle safety, here’s some bad news: bike accident fatalities are happening more than at any time since 1990. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced its grim...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jun 25, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
California cyclists face a wide variety of hazards in their rides. Uneven roads can make it difficult to control your bicycle. Drivers may not leave appropriate space between your bike and their car. Inclement weather or nighttime conditions can impact visibility....
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jun 11, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Bicyclists carry a disproportionate burden on road safety. Rather than confront many of the root issues involved in bike safety, policymakers often place the responsibility squarely on bikers, ignoring the role drivers and pedestrians play in road safety. And the...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jun 11, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Bicyclists in California face a wide variety of dangers. Drivers may not always see smaller vehicles like bicycles, and bicyclists are relatively unprotected when struck by a car or truck. Poor maintenance of roads, bicycle lanes, paths and sidewalks can create...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | May 22, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
While there is certainly no reason to be happy about a pandemic, some industries have experienced significant boosts in their sales since the COVID-19 government stay-at-home orders began. One of those industries: bike sales. And more bikes on the road could very well...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | May 11, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Head injuries are one of the most common causes of death and severe injury for bicycle-related accidents. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can involve any injury that causes impact damage to the brain. Even moderate TBIs can have life-altering consequences when it...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Apr 22, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Many people want to take advantage of spending time outdoors while getting a good workout that has physical and mental health benefits. Often times, people who dread heading to the gym are energized to do other exercises after an exhilarating ride in the neighborhood...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Apr 15, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
These uncertain times have brought social restrictions, social distancing guidelines and stay-at-home orders. Among the chaos, some people still need exercise to stay sane. Thus, waking, running and cycling outdoors is still permitted by California law. This is great...
