California state law imposes numerous requirements on those who drive. People need to have a state-issued license. They need to register their vehicles with the state. They also have a legal obligation to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance. Despite those...
In California, the driver who caused a crash is responsible for the harm that follows. Knowing who pays and how can help you protect yourself after a collision. How California's at-fault system works California requires all drivers to carry auto liability insurance....
Lawmakers, prosecutors and even retailing giant Amazon are taking steps to curb the increasingly serious problem of high-speed e-bikes. These bikes, which can go more than twice the speed of traditional e-bikes and in some cases aren’t operated with pedals, have...
Protected intersections are an effective way to reduce bicycle crashes in dense urban areas. Los Angeles has expanded bike lanes across several corridors, yet intersections remain the most dangerous points for riders. Many crashes occur where fast turns, wide lanes...
If a driver hits you while you are riding your bicycle and leaves the scene, you may feel like there is no way to hold anyone accountable. There is, however, an option that you can take to file your case. John Doe claims under California law Under state law, you may...
Modern drivers tend to be somewhat hostile toward cyclists. They resent the need to share the road, although California law clearly allows cyclists to ride on most public streets. In some cases, personal hostility toward cyclists can manifest as inappropriate conduct...
A recent study released by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that bicycle deaths are increasing at alarming rates. The study analyzed data from 1975 through 2023 and found that fatalities are up 86% from their lowest point in 2010. This alarming...
Cyclists often enjoy riding two abreast, or side-by-side, rather than riding in single file. Some who are riding together may do this for social reasons, as it makes it easier to talk and spend time together. Others may do it for safety-related reasons, feeling that...
Cyclists are most vulnerable to road defects that drivers in heavy vehicles might never notice. A simple crack in the pavement can catch a thin bike tire and cause a sudden, painful fall. It is vital for cities like Los Angeles to fix bike paths quickly, especially as...
Bicycle accidents are not always caused by cyclists or drivers. Poor road conditions, such as potholes, loose gravel or broken surfaces, can also lead to serious crashes and injuries for cyclists. When a bicycle accident involves a road hazard, the situation can be...
