Articles Posted in Bicycle Accident

Bicycling has become increasingly popular over the decades for various health, financial, and environmental reasons. While those reasons are valid, cyclists are more vulnerable when exposed to risks, including aggressive or distracted drivers, poor weather conditions, and dangerous road hazards. Because bicycles lack the protective barriers of motor vehicles, injuries tend to be severe or…

Cyclists are not safeguarded by the occupant protection measures that passenger vehicles provide. This means that they face significantly higher exposure to injury and fatality risks in collisions. Bike accidents frequently involve severe injuries and significant damages, such as healthcare bills and income losses that place inordinate stress on top of prioritizing recovery.  If a…

Bicycling is an excellent method of exercise, an eco-friendly mode of transportation, and an enjoyable hobby for outdoorsy folks or nature enthusiasts. However, navigating narrow or lacking bike lanes, busy intersections, or even minding your business when a distracted driver comes along poses serious risks for someone hitting you on a bike. If you’ve suffered…

Millions of Americans use bicycles to commute to work and enjoy the outdoors. By law, bicyclists have the same right to the road as motor vehicle occupants. However, bikers and drivers sharing the road can lead to tragedy. Far too many serious and fatal bike accidents occur annually. When a driver’s negligence causes a severe…

Many people like to ride their bicycles in Mill Valley and nearby areas. However, our growing community sees more traffic congestion and serious bike accidents, which are common. The statistics below reveal serious bike accidents in Mill Valley and the San Francisco community are rising. You have legal options if a driver hits you, though.…

Riding bicycles for work and pleasure is more popular than ever. Many riders also like to ride their bikes for environmental reasons. However, there are concerns about bikers being exposed to dangers on the road. Keep in mind that there is a 7:1 size differential between motor vehicles and bikes. When a car hits a…