There are a lot of articles telling you what to do if you get into a car accident. There are fewer telling you what you should do if hit by a car while on your bicycle. The steps are similar to those you would take after a car accident, but some are a little...
Riding a motorcycle is exhilarating, but it also puts you at risk for serious injuries if involved in a collision. In 2017, according to the Advocates for Highway & Auto Safety, 5,172 motorcyclists died in accidents. One way to protect your safety when you ride...
There is no question that in a collision between a cyclist and a motorist, the cyclist will usually incur the most serious injuries. Head injuries are common. But University of Arizona studies and the latest smart technology speak to the benefits of helmet protection....
Wearing a helmet is one of the important steps you can take to prevent serious injury if you get hit by a car while riding a bike. According to data reported by the National Safety Council, the bike rider did not wear a helmet in 54% of 2015's auto accident...
According to recent statistics, the many residents of Phoenix and other Arizona communities who enjoy riding their bicycles either for fun or as an eco-friendly and healthy way to commute to work may be putting themselves at risk.The numbers compiled by National...
The warm weather in Arizona causes many residents and visitors to spend their time outdoors. Whether an individual engages in it for enjoyment or as a mode of transportation, bicycling is a common occurrence in our city. While the cities throughout the state are...
Bicycle accidents are common throughout the Phoenix metro area. Although sometimes bicyclists are at fault in these wrecks, more often than not motorists are to blame. Making matters worse is the fact that many of these bicycle accidents result in serious injuries...
It's no secret that the opioid epidemic that has swept across our country is still in effect. While drug use of any kind can have a serious impact on an individual and his or her family, the risks associated with drug use have rippling effects that can have...
Recognizing that many people in Phoenix wish to travel by bicycle, the city and surrounding areas have attempted to accommodate bicyclists by enforcing road sharing laws and implementing bike lanes. Yet, even these efforts aren't enough to ensure bicyclists' safety....
On any given day, you can see countless bicyclists working their way in, out, around, and through the Phoenix-area. These bicyclists often ride on the road, and it is expected that motorists will share the streets with them. Unfortunately, though, many motorists fail...
