If you live reasonably close to your workplace or are simply looking for an environmentally friendly way to cut costs and stay in shape, opting to use a bicycle as your method of transportation can be a great option. However, riding through the streets of L.A. can be...
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What to look for when purchasing a helmet
Study after study continues to back evidence that helmets prevent severe injuries and death in bicycle and motorcycle accidents. But, will just any helmet do? Here are a few things to look for when purchasing a helmet for yourself or your son or daughter. The bare...
L.A. sees a surge in lawsuits due to dangerous roads
Los Angeles has been busy at work this past year, and it's not the type of work that brings about goodwill. The city has paid out nearly $19 million to cyclists and their families. Roads riddled with potholes and broken pavement are deemed the culprits. An analysis of...
What is comparative liability?
A lot can happen in a traffic accident. Many parties might be involved, especially in high-traffic areas. Los Angeles is a busy city where bikers, pedestrians and vehicles share the roads. When an accident occurs, it's not always crystal clear on who is at fault. But...
Bicycle must-haves for safety and accident prevention
Bicycles styles and builds are designed to match your intended use and your anatomical body type. Road bikes and mountain bikes serve two very different purposes. In either case, you should be prepared to make your journey as safe as possible, especially when...
Why more motorists are uninsured and risks it poses to bicyclists
Taking your bicycle onto the busy Los Angeles streets can start out as a normal commute to work and result in a serious injury with a passing vehicle. Unfortunately, not every driver behind the wheel has active car insurance. Normally when an accident occurs, normal...
Bicyclists and drivers need to responsibly share California roads
A 22-year-old bicyclist was the victim of a fatal hit-and-run accident in South Los Angeles on April 10th. The driver was recently arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter. The victim's family organized a memorial ride that took place the following day. One of...
What to Do in a Motorcycle Crash With a Car
The moments after a motorcycle crash can be chaotic. The motorcyclist is generally injured and in shock. Still, it's important to protect your legal rights. If you've been in an accident, here's what to do: Check for Potential Injury In a collision with a car, truck...
Does Auto Insurance Cover Bicycle Accidents?
Everyone knows that in the United States you need car insurance to drive a car. Car insurance protects you and your family from the financial burdens of serious injury or death. In 2016, more than 40,000 people died in car crashes in the US. The money paid in...
Is California a No Fault State?
After an accident with a car, truck or other vehicle, bicyclists have many important questions when it comes to insurance and who is at fault. In an effort to minimize any uncertainty or confusion, we have answered some of these questions below. Is California a no...