Cycling is a common hobby in New York. There are also many people who rely on bicycles as a regular form of transportation. Unfortunately, cyclists are at risk on the road. They can very easily end up injured in crashes caused by people in motor vehicles. Cyclists...
Depending on the circumstances, there are many possible individuals who could be held liable in a bicycle accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), biker accidents per year break down as follows: 30% were hit by a car. 17% fell while biking. 13% had an accident due to poor roadway conditions. 13% were classified as “rider error.”…
In recent years, cycling has become more popular. Not only does cycling offer health and fitness benefits, but many people are turning towards cycling to reduce their carbon footprint. Additionally, many cities are working to make their roadways more cyclist-friendly. However, with this increase in popularity, there has also been an increase in bicycle accidents. Some of the most common…
As the weather warms up each spring and into the summer, people begin to pull their bicycles out of storage and take to the streets on two wheels. This, unfortunately, means that bicycle fatalities increase during the summer months. Now that many people are stuck at home, the desire to go for a leisurely bike ride to pass the time…
During the months of summer, bicycle-related fatalities increase, which is why you should learn about important injury-prevention strategies before you attempt to go for your next bike ride. Bicycling is an excellent way for adults and children to stay active and healthy, but unfortunately, bicyclists are vulnerable to serious injuries during an accident because they don’t have the same level…