In an ideal world riding a bicycle would be an activity that people of all ages and abilities could enjoy without worrying about the threat of a driver knocking them off. The fear of that happening is one of the reasons many people choose not to ride a bicycle – they...
Bicycle Accidents
Are sidewalks safer for cyclists than the roads?
If you worry about riding your bicycle on the roads, you may have welcomed Los Angeles County’s 2023 decision to legalize riding bicycles on the sidewalk. While it may be legal, that does not necessarily mean you should do it. Some studies suggest you are safer...
Can AI help keep cyclists a little safer?
Cycling may be healthy and environmentally friendly, but it exposes bike riders to significant risks. The need to share the road with motor vehicles is a serious safety hazard. Even when cyclists wear visibility gear, proactively maintain their bicycles and...
Los Angeles bicycling remains hazardous despite safety laws
Bicycling is good for your health and allows you to get around without contributing to fossil fuel emissions, a blessing for the environment. Unfortunately, cycling poses significant injury risks in the modern era, where motor vehicles and two-wheeled conveyances must...
What evidence could help a bicycle accident case?
If a cyclist is in an accident, they may recover medical damages, vehicle repair costs and other forms of compensation. To strengthen an accident case and recover maximum compensation, a compelling case with strong evidence needs to be made. Here are a few forms of...
Common misconceptions about bicycle accidents
Cruising down a sunny Los Angeles street on your bike is a fantastic way to get around, good for your health and a win for the environment. But what happens if your journey suddenly halts due to an accident? Unfortunately, there's a lot of misinformation out there...
How potholes and ruptured pavements endanger cyclists
Many eco-conscious individuals prefer cycling as their go-to mode of transportation because it minimizes their carbon footprint. Cycling is also an excellent way to incorporate fitness into daily commuting. Furthermore, for Los Angeles residents, cycling can be an...
How would SB 960 benefit cyclists?
California’s Complete Streets Bill is slowly making its way through the legislative process. Its goal is to ensure that state roads are accessible and safe for all users. Cyclists find California’s weather conducive for riding throughout the year. Unfortunately, the...
Lawmakers look to limit the sale of speed-increasing e-bike tools
E-bikes have been the focus of much policy discussion in California in recent years. There have been several attempts to require licenses for younger riders. Lawmakers have also tried to encourage adults in particular to turn to e-bikes as an alternative means of...
AC joint injuries: What bicyclists need to know
When your bike is tapped by a motor vehicle, you may feel lucky that the accident wasn’t a lot worse – but that doesn’t mean you won’t get hurt in the process. An acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation is one of the most common injuries cyclists experience in a fall,...