When the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States in March 2020, life changed across the country. People couldn’t go to the gym anymore and many people were working from home. Because participating outdoor activities reduced the risk of becoming sick, many Americans...
Another hit-and-run accident involving a car versus bicycle, another bicyclist critically injured. Thankfully, the bicyclist did not die. These stories continue to occur and continue to alarm the public. When will they end? And when will motorists take responsibility...
As everyone knows, 2020 was a year like no other in recent memory. One of the consequences of the lockdowns in California was that fewer people in Los Angeles commuted to work and school than in years. But the number of people injured or killed in bicycle accidents...
It’s surprising how many people believe that cyclists don’t have a right to be on the main road where motor vehicles operate, but the truth is that they do have a right to be there. Bicycles are vehicles, and as such, they are allowed to be on the road like any other...
Biking is a great way of getting around. Not only is it good exercise, it’s also good for the environment. The popularity of biking as a primary mode of transportation has been growing across the U.S. in recent years. In Los Angeles, upgrades to the city’s bike...
Everyone knows that drinking and driving leads to car accidents and that victims can get seriously hurt. Now imagine the target of a drunk driver is on a bicycle, with nothing more than a helmet to protect them. No airbags, seatbelts or crumple zones like modern motor...
Drivers tend to make a lot of mistakes around bicyclists, and one of the most dangerous mistakes they can make is when they pass improperly. On many roads, a cyclist is naturally slower than the traffic around the bike. That does not mean that the cyclist does not...
Bicycles offer an excellent alternative to getting around the city. Promoting health while protecting the environment is a noble cause, but it is not one without risks. Cars in California are notorious for endangering cyclists on the road. While moving vehicles can...
Bicyclists often don't have to worry about how they operate their bicycles when they only ride inside their local park or neighborhood. Vehicles either generally aren't permitted in these areas, or there are so few around that they're not a major concern. Plus,...
When a reckless driver strikes a person riding their bicycle, the cyclist has very little to protect them from the hundreds of pounds of metal and glass that hit them. These accidents can cost tens of thousands of dollars or more, but those are not all the expenses...
