Every year, thousands of cyclists suffer injuries from one preventable mistake—drivers or passengers opening their car doors without checking for oncoming bikes. Known as dooring accidents, these collisions can cause severe injuries and even be life-threatening. But many people don’t realize that California law can hold drivers responsible for these injuries. The Danger of Dooring …
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E-bikes have revolutionized how Californians commute. Growth in electric bike sales has been steady from 2017 to 2022. In fact, the Department of Energy reported that in 2022, there were 1.1 million e-bikes sold in the United States. But, California’s new e-bike laws for 2025 are reshaping the rules of the road. Are you prepared? …
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| Bicycle Accidents, Personal Injury
Sharing the road safely is a responsibility that all drivers and cyclists must take seriously. Cyclists protect themselves by following traffic laws, wearing helmets, and using lights and reflectors to stay visible. Drivers, on the other hand, need to respect bicycle lanes and stay alert for cyclists. Being aware of these rules and safety measures …
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California ranked as the fourth most bicycle-friendly state in the nation according to The League of American Bicyclists, making it a great place to enjoy cycling. However, with so many riders on the road, accidents can and do happen, often leading to serious injuries. If you’ve been hurt in a bicycle accident, you might feel …
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Bicycle accidents involving cars can be complicated, especially when multiple drivers are involved. If you’re a cyclist who has been injured in such an accident, it’s important to understand how liability works and who may be held responsible. In California, multiple drivers can be liable for a single accident, depending on the circumstances. Here we’ll …
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| Bicycle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents
If you’re in an accident and weren’t wearing a helmet, you may wonder if you can still seek compensation for your injuries. California laws around helmets are clear, but many don’t realize that they may still have a case even if they weren’t wearing one. Let’s look at what the law says and how helmet …
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| Bicycle Accidents, Wrongful Death
Covina Community Mourns Loss of Teen in Bicycle Crash COVINA, Calif. — The Covina community is mourning the loss of Alexander Lopez, a 17-year-old student from Azusa Unified School District, who died in a bicycle crash on Monday, September 30th. The incident occurred in the 1000 block of West Cypress Street and involved a single …
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