Bicycle Injury Law And
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As a parent, you might be eager to gift your child the freedom and enjoyment a bicycle can bring. Yet, you might also be scared for their safety -- and understandably so. The following tips can help you keep your child safer when they're on their bike. 1. Educate...
Bicycle technology cannot prevent every collision, but the right equipment can reduce injuries and give you more time to respond. Some tools protect your body during impact, while others improve visibility or emergency response. You should choose technology based on...
Cyclists must follow traffic signs and are subject to the same basic regulations as anyone else. Cyclists are often proactive about safety, as they have little to protect them in the event of a collision. Unfortunately, drivers are not necessarily as safety-conscious...
Many cyclists wear GoPros or other cameras that they can mount either on a bicycle helmet or on the bike itself. They may do this to analyze and track their own performance or to make content for social media. The camera can easily record the entire ride, which can...
California’s daylighting law, known as AB 413, is changing how drivers park near intersections and crosswalks. The law is meant to make streets safer by keeping corners clear, so people walking, biking or driving can see each other before entering the same space. If...
Many people who build cycling endurance indoors eventually decide to transition from a stationary bike, such as a Peloton, to outdoor road cycling. While indoor cycling can improve cardiovascular fitness and leg strength, riding on public roads introduces entirely...
California's roads can be unforgiving, and cyclists are among the most vulnerable people on them. Whether you were hit at an intersection, clipped by a car door or brought down by a road defect, the pressure to accept blame for the accident or split it unfairly is...
Bicycle accidents can happen suddenly and leave you feeling confused and overwhelmed. Knowing what to do next can make a significant difference in your recovery and future claims. Here are the first few steps to understand. Stay at the scene Remain at the accident...
Motor vehicles are subject to strict federal regulations that mandate essential safety requirements. Vehicles must have safety restraints and airbags. Manufacturers must conduct collision safety testing to assess the design of the vehicle in the event of a crash....
Los Angeles has more bicycle safety infrastructure than many other jurisdictions. There are miles of bike lanes and regular attempts by cycling safety advocates to protect those using self-propelled transportation on public roads. Despite those efforts, bicycle...
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