Bicycle Accidents
SF Municipal Transportation Agency Votes to Expand Slow Streets
The SF Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) Board recently voted to expand the “Slow Streets” program in San Francisco. More specifically, SFMTA plans to add 14...
Should You Wear a Mask While Bicycling in California?
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed opportunities for exercise and recreation. Many gyms and fitness facilities are being closed or restricted by state and local...
Do I Have a Valid Legal Claim for My Injuries if I Was Partially at Fault for My Bicycle Accident?
According to California law, you still may be able to pursue a legal claim for compensation if you are partially at fault for your bicycle...
California Bicycle Lane Laws
California Vehicle Code § 21200 et. seq. outlines traffic laws that apply to bicyclists. Although persons riding bicycles generally must obey the same traffic laws...
What Types of Damages Are Available in a Bicycle Accident Claim?
If you are injured in a bicycle accident due to the negligence of others, you may have a claim for damages against the parties responsible...
Why Cycling Fatalities Are Rising
Since 2010, bicyclist fatalities have continued to increase, despite a correlating decrease in motor vehicle fatalities. Even as COVID-19 drastically reduced motor vehicle traffic in...
California’s Bike-Friendly Rating by League of American Bicyclists Slips
Each year, the League of American Bicyclists rates each state based on information provided by state departments of transportation and advocacy organizations. California has long...
Go Safely California Program
The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) announced the launch of its “Go Safely California” program in December 2018. The purpose of this program of...
Governmental Immunity for Bicycle Injuries on Bike Paths
Although many bicycle accidents occur on roadways and involve motor vehicles, accidents also occur along bike paths and trails. In some cases, poorly maintained bike...
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, U.S. Sees Shortage of Bicycles
According to a recent New York Times article, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an unprecedented shortage of bicycles as people shy away from public...
Not All Bike Lanes Are Safer for Cyclists
Studies have shown that protected bike facilities, including physical barriers separating bike lanes from motor vehicle lanes, can go a long way toward reducing traffic-related...
Study Shows Cities with High Bicycling Rates Are Safer for All Road Users
The authors of a study published last year in the Journal of Transport & Health conclude that based on the evidence that they gathered, cities...