One minute your wheels are spinning along the ground and the next a vehicle crashes into you. Before you inspect your bike and ride away — or call for a ride — consider what you would do if you had been in a car rather than on a bike. Here are three tips that could...
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Month: April 2021
What you need to know about cerebrospinal fluid after an accident
Wearing a safety-rated riding helmet is one of the more effective ways to prevent a serious head injury when cycling in or around Los Angeles. In fact, in 55 studies overly a nearly 30-year period, helmet usage reduced head injury by 48% and serious head injury by...
Where are the best bike trails in Los Angeles?
You probably already know about most of the bike lanes and trails in your own neighborhood. However, the Los Angeles area has a lot more to offer. You can get to most parts of the city using protected bike lanes. You also have the right to share the right of way with...
Tips to avoid “dooring”
With nothing but a helmet and pads between a bike rider and any obstacle they may encounter, striking something at speed can cause serious injury. When biking on city streets and in crowded areas, bikers run the risk of injury from getting hit by moving vehicles as...
The cost of a cycling-based SCI
Spinal cord injuries may bring to mind catastrophic car accidents involving high speeds for all parties. But the relatively lower speed of bicycling does not preclude the risk of them. According to a 2018 study by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons,...
Can I receive injury compensation if I was partially at fault?
Whether you enjoy cycling for recreation or rely on your bike for your daily commute, you know that sharing the road with others on a day-to-day basis often involves potential risk. From unusual weather conditions or unexpected road obstructions to simple errors of...
The type of helmet you wear might reduce the potential for injury
Bicycle riders abound in Southern California. In addition to riding for the fun of it, many people use their bicycles as alternative transportation to get to work. Some bicyclists put on helmets they have owned for years. However, the type you wear could minimize an...
The value of a properly fitted bike helmet
Helmets seem easy enough to wear. People just put their helmets on their head and fasten the buckle. However, what many people do not realize is that the fit of their helmet is just as important as wearing one. People with ill-fitting helmets may have a higher risk of...
Limited Los Angeles infrastructure endangers cyclists
A February 2021 report in The Guardian details both the potential paradise Los Angeles holds for cyclists and the city's many hazards. Car culture and limited infrastructure make Los Angeles one of the most dangerous places to bike in the United States. Review the...
How can a TBI affect your life?
As a cyclist, you unfortunately face a higher rate of serious injury than other motorists on the road. This means you have a higher chance of suffering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) than your counterparts, too. A TBI often causes serious complications and may...