Back in 2013, the California legislature passed the Three Feet for Safety Act to protect bicyclists from injury at the hands of motor vehicles. Prior to that time, the three-foot cushion existed only as a recommendation and did not have the force of law. Looking again...
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Inattentional blindness and bicyclist safety
From eating or drinking to texting or talking on a handheld device, the risk to self and others can be serious when a motorist takes eyes off the road. However, in some cases, drivers may cause a collision even when they are looking in the right direction thanks to a...
Proposed bills to improve bicycle safey
The prevalence of bicycle-sharing program apps encouraging commuters to abandon their cars and reduce carbon emissions is increasing throughout the country. However, cyclist injuries remain a concern in Southern California, which reports the second-highest accident...
Does your bike need a smart light?
If you love to spend hours behind the handlebars of your bike, you may think more about seat padding than you do lighting. Still, when riding in dim light, you and your bicycle may blend into the surrounding scenery. If you do not have some front and rear lights, you...
What are the most common cycling injuries?
Cyclists are aware that sharing the road with much heavier cars and trucks is risky. Fortunately, most cyclists know what precautions to take to help prevent major injuries, such as always wearing a helmet and being aware of their surroundings when on the road....
Caring for a loved one after a TBI
Collisions involving bicycles and motor vehicles often result in serious injuries for riders, including traumatic brain injuries. As a result, they commonly need care, often from family members. Caring for a loved one with a TBI comes with challenges but using the...
Dooring injuries and the long-term impact on cyclists
Dooring accidents occur when a driver of a vehicle opens the door without regard for a traveling cyclist, subsequently causing a collision. Depending on the circumstances of the crash, a dooring incident can result in serious injuries to a bike rider. Potential...
What should you know about dooring?
Cyclists like you face elevated risks in just about every aspect while using public roads. Unfortunately, there are no ways to completely eliminate every risk you face. On the plus side, however, it is possible to recognize and prepare for some of the most common...
Why Los Angeles is among the most dangerous cities for cyclists
Many people in Greater Los Angeles and the rest of California commute to and from work and other destinations by bike. With so many people across the city using bicycles for transportation, you might think the city has some of the safest areas for biking in the...
How forgetting about bicycle maintenance can lead to accidents
Whether you cycle as a convenient way to get to work or you enjoy it for the exercise and adventure it offers, riding a bike carries a few risks. Personal injury is a leading concern for cyclists, though many worry about accidents or incidents involving motorists....


