Many people in the state of New York use a bicycle as a method of transportation. This is even more common within New York City. It is always important to be aware of your surroundings, especially when riding a bike. When people ride a bike on the road, it can cause drivers to be distracted and create an unsafe environment for bike riders. In addition to this, poor weather or road conditions can put bikers at risk. These[...]

Car accidents involving pedestrians or cyclists are almost always devastating. Whether you’re riding a bike or traveling by foot, you have little to no protection from the force of impact. Even a slow-speed crash is likely to result in serious injuries. The latest report from the League of American Bicyclists indicates pedestrian and cyclist deaths are on the rise and account for a disproportionately high percentage of traffic fatalities. In 2007, for example, pedestrians and cyclists accounted for[...]

Most people have ridden a bicycle without a helmet at some point, and they probably weren’t too concerned about the added risk. Unfortunately, some learn the hard way that leaving their helmet at home can be a catastrophic mistake. If you sustained injuries in a bicycle crash and you intend to file an insurance claim, there are many factors that will affect the outcome of your case. One of these factors is whether your own negligence contributed to[...]