Biking in California would conjure up the image of lane-splitting motorcycles on the highway before bicyclists cranking away on the side of the road. But cycling has taken off in the Golden State recently, especially in expanding urban areas amenable to bikes, and...
Most adults who decide to take up cycling have a history with riding bike in their formative years. However, using a bicycle as a main mode of transportation to travel longer distances on busier roads presents new risks. If you're new to using a bike in this way, be...
There are lots of things in California that could cause an accidental injury, and recovery times from injuries can span into years. Victims' ability to claim financial compensation from the people and institutions who caused an injury are limited, and claims should...
Cyclists always have the idea, at least in the back of their minds, that they could get seriously injured in an accident. Even when they are proficient, experienced riders, there is a constant threat from the motorists around them. They can't ignore that. What they...
Catastrophic injuries can impact your life from the moment they happen until long into the future. Even if you can overcome them with medical aids, there is the likelihood that you will experience changes in your life. There are several kinds of catastrophic injuries...
When you were a kid, your parents always told you to wear your bike helmet. Now that you're an adult, you've noticed that many helmets seem like they just don't do that much. Are they really safer? Do they really help if you get in an accident? While the argument can...
Too many bicycle riders and motor vehicle drivers let distractions take their attention off of the road ahead. Looking away from the road for even a couple seconds could easily lead to a bad accident -- especially in the congested streets of Los Angeles. Here are a...
A new law will go into effect in California in 2019 for those 17-and-under who are not wearing a helmet while riding a bike. Currently, the law states that minors riding a bike are required to wear a helmet, but this new law will change the way those who are not...
The rise in popularity of cycling has transformed city life for thousands of people in many age brackets. As it grows more and more common, especially in places like Los Angeles where the cycling season is long and the weather is beautiful, it is important for all of...
Many cyclists wonder what they should do if they crash. If they get in an accident with a car, what are the next steps to take? Do they need to call the police? Should they get medical care no matter what? How expensive is it? Who has to pay? Do they need to look into...
