A bicycle accident caused by a crumbling road or a poorly designed bike lane is stressful enough to deal with. But when the responsible party is a government entity rather than a private individual or a business, the process of filing your claim is different from that...
When a car collides with a cyclist, the story often comes down to who can prove what really happened. Drivers sometimes claim “he came out of nowhere,” leaving cyclists struggling to show they followed the rules. Fortunately, modern technology gives you tools that act...
The Los Angeles River Path offers a safer, calmer route for cyclists. However, key gaps break that safety. One major gap runs between Elysian Valley and Vernon. Because of this break, riders are forced to leave the path and enter busy streets. As a result, cyclists...
You're riding through Los Angeles, approaching a four-way stop. You slow down but roll through without coming to a complete stop. Just then, a driver speeding through the intersection from your left runs their stop sign entirely and slams into you. As paramedics treat...
Bicycling is becoming more popular across California. Many people ride to get to work, exercise or help the planet. At the same time, many cities are adding new bike lanes and trails. However, bicycle crashes remain a major concern in many areas. Drivers and cyclists...
Venice and Silver Lake are popular hubs for cycling in Los Angeles. These neighborhoods feature high-density parking and narrow streets. Consequently, "dooring" has become a frequent and terrifying danger for commuters. This occurs when a driver opens a car door...
Electric bicycles are transforming how people move through Los Angeles. However, the legal rules for these machines are often hard to follow. California recently updated its laws to clarify how e-bikes should operate on public roads. Many riders still struggle to...
Cycling in Los Angeles often feels like a series of broken promises. You might start your commute in a bright green protected lane. However, these paths frequently disappear without any warning. This infrastructure gap poses a significant safety risk to every person...
Starting this April, Santa Monica will become the first city in the U.S. to use AI-powered cameras on parking enforcement cars to protect drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. While some city buses already have these cameras, putting them on seven smaller enforcement...
If you have seen modern pickup trucks in the last few years, it is clear that they have gotten larger. They are heavier than they used to be, and modern trucks have gained roughly 11% in height over the last two decades. This has created some major visibility issues....
