On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Sep 14, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Every Los Angeles driver has passed by a bicyclist on their travels. Bicycles must follow the same traffic rules as motorized vehicles. These laws help keep traffic flow more consistent and enable pedestrians to anticipate the movements of both cars and bikes. Some...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Sep 10, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
The recent injury sustained by celebrity Simon Cowell in an electric bicycle accident once again puts the spotlight on these environmental-friendly transportation vehicles that can reach speeds of up to 30 mph. Cowell — the creator and judge for the America’s...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Aug 31, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Some cities are more bicycle-friendly than others. Los Angeles has a long way to go before city leaders can truly call it reasonably safe for riders. One place they might look for inspiration is another coastal city more than 5,500 miles away. Amsterdam, the largest...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Aug 26, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Making their “debut” in Europe, traffic circles – also known as roundabouts, traffic diverters, or rotary traffic islands – are becoming more prominent in North America. Yet, familiarity, if not the ability to navigate around them, is lagging for motorists in the...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Aug 24, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
The vehicles on the road today are much different than those of 20 years ago. SUVs and pickups – often referred to as light trucks – are far more popular, with sales of these types of models growing exponentially of late. In addition, manufacturers are making these...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Aug 24, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Electric trail bicycle sales continue to grow along with their non-motorized counterparts, partly due to the limitations imposed during the COVID pandemic. As is custom for many newly introduced vehicles in any environment, questions arise regarding their safety....
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Aug 6, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Los Angeles’ streets were not designed with bicycles in mind. Instead, the city’s infrastructure was designed for auto traffic. This frequently puts riders in dangerous situations where they lack sufficient separation and protection from motorized traffic....
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Aug 6, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Though media coverage of the pandemic has been almost entirely grim, there have been a few reports of good news amid the heartbreak: air and water pollution levels are down, as is the number of motor vehicle crashes. More good news: sales of bicycles are up during the...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jul 22, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Regardless of what part of the world you reside in, bicycling is a risky proposition. While communities have gone out of their way to create paths and carve out space on roads, danger still lurks around every turn and intersection. Many bicyclists feel that they are...
On behalf of Cohen Law Partners | Jul 13, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
As California’s stay-at-home order continues, you have probably found your recreational options in Los Angeles to be pretty limited. Gyms and most team sports leagues are shut down. Hiking trails are still open, but you may be worried that the paths are too...
