Bicycle riders often unnerve drivers. It's hard not to be hyper-aware of the fact that there's no protective shell of metal and chrome around a bicyclist near you on the road. If you happen to collide, you know that the cyclist is probably going to be seriously...
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That bike helmet may make cars drive closer to you
Don't take this the wrong way; that bike helmet is certainly an important piece of safety equipment, and it can save your life in a crash. However, one report showed that it can also elevate the chances of that crash happening in the first place. A researcher, in...
Should you wear a helmet when cycling in California?
Ever since you were a child, you probably heard over and over to wear a helmet when you were riding your bike. In fact, it is California law for minors to wear helmets when on a bike, a scooter, a skateboard or skates. However, what is the protocol for wearing a...
Los Angeles paid $19 million for bike crash injuries in 2017
Each day across Southern California, another bicyclist risks suffering an injury due to uneven, broken or potholed pavement. Just last year, bike crashes were apparently so frequent in Los Angeles alone that 17 claims totaling $19 million dollars in damages ended up...
What to do following a bicycle accident
Riding a bicycle is one of the most popular hobbies for Americans. Not only is it relaxing, it is also a great way to exercise. Bicycling can help you see some of the beauty that Southern California has to offer. But, bicycling can also be quite dangerous, especially...
“Ghost bikes” arrive in L.A. to commemorate cyclists
Bicycle accidents have deprived Southern California of loved ones: mothers, neighbors, sons, coworkers, cousins, friends - young and old. Many L.A. residents now have a missing piece in their life where their loved one once was. One man sought to honor lost cyclists...
Bicycle safety tips for Southern California riders
Riding a bicycle is one of the best ways to get in shape. It's also a great alternative to using a car to get to and from school, work and the store. Biking is a popular hobby in Southern California because of the heavily congested roads. Biking can also be very...
Bike accident numbers have gotten worse over the years
Car accidents certainly happen more often than bike accidents, but that doesn't mean that we should worry about the safety of bicyclists less. In fact, given the vulnerable nature of bicyclists out on the road, we should care about their safety even more. Bike...
LA pays $7.5 million to bicyclist for tree root crash
The Los Angeles City Council Wednesday approved a $7.5 million payout for a bicyclist who was severely injured in a crash blamed on a substandard street, less than a month after agreeing to a similar multimillion-dollar settlement. On Sept. 6, the council paid $6.5...


