Bicycle Accidents
Bike Light Laws in California
If you were cited for riding with no light on your bike, the CVC section printed on that ticket is almost certainly 21201(d). And if...
Negotiating Road Hazards While Cycling in California
Bicycling, whether for transportation or recreational purposes, can be hazardous at times, especially when certain road conditions make cycling more difficult. Fortunately, there are some...
What if I Am Partially at Fault for a Bicycle Accident in Which I Am Injured?
Most personal injury claims rest on a finding of negligence, which occurs when individuals act with careless or reckless disregard for the safety of others....
Loss of Enjoyment of Life in Bicycle Accidents
Damages in personal injury claims, including those that arise from bicycle accidents, are not limited to economic damages, such as medical expenses. In some cases,...
Assembly Bill 697 Seeks to Change California Bicycle Laws
According to a recent CBS13 news report, pending legislation in the form of Assembly Bill 697 would make significant changes to the existing traffic laws...
CA Senator Scott Wiener Introduces New Highway Safety Bill to Protect Cyclists and Pedestrians
Earlier this year, state Senator Scott Wiener introduced a new bill that would implement new bicyclist and pedestrian safety standards on the many state highways...
Number of Americans Who Bike to Work Declines
After several years of increasing numbers of Americans biking to work on a regular basis, the percentage of workers commuting via bicycle has declined for...
Key Evidence in Bicycle Accident Cases
When you are injured in a bicycle accident caused by the negligence of others, you may have a personal injury claim against those parties. For...
What Do I Do if I Am Injured in a Bike Accident by a Driver Who Has No Insurance?
If you are injured in a bike accident caused by a negligent driver, you expect that you will be able to look to that driver...
Avoiding Bicycle-Motor Vehicle Collisions
When you are riding a bicycle, motor vehicle accidents are no joke. Bicyclists have few protections against much larger, heavier, and faster motor vehicles. The...
Bicycle Accident Victim Discovers that Sole SF Trauma Center Does Not Accept Private Insurance
When a 24-year-old San Francisco woman had a bicycle accident last year that resulted in a broken arm, a helpful bystander called 911. An ambulance...
What Should I Do Following a Bicycle Accident?
Getting into a bicycle accident can be a frightening and painful experience. You may be unsure what to do first or how to ensure that...