Archives: 2016

Roughly 2 percent of deaths from motor vehicle crashes each year are bicyclists. If you’re a bike rider in Los Angeles – whether you ride casually or you commute by bike or however you use it – you’re statistically in more danger these days. The IIHS has a lot of data collected, and when you put it together, it can be a little scary… For some hard numbers: 817 bicyclists died on US roads in 2015, an increase of 12.2 per cent over 2014, and the highest number since 1995. But while about 45,000 bicyclists were injured in traffic in [...]

Los Angeles can be a dangerous place for bicyclists! Be sure to follow all laws and safety guidelines. Bike use is on the rise. But as more and more people in Los Angeles turn to cycling as their primary mode of transportation, the potential for severe accidents also rises. As motorists share the road with more and more bicycles, it’s more important than ever to be respectful and aware of everyone on the road. For cyclists, there are certain safety practices to follow that can help reduce the number of bike accidents in L.A. See the infographic below for some [...]

Bicycle road rules exist for our safety. Breaking them endangers not only yourself but also those around you. Safety laws for bicyclists in Los Angeles are very carefully considered. This is a city of roads, streets, highways and all other kinds of places for wheeled vehicles to operate. With millions of people living and moving about, safety is a major, major concern, and that includes bicycle safety. And because the laws are taken seriously, so is enforcement. Basic Bicycle Laws Break these basic rules and you could be fined...or worse, you could get into a serious accident! Earphones/Headphones You may [...]

In the case of a hit and run accident, what is a bicyclist to do? There are several important things to keep in mind at all times. One of those things is to contact an experienced Los Angeles bicycle accident attorney. Hopefully you’ll never have to deal with a hit and run accident on your bike. A hit and run is bad enough in a car, but add to that the vulnerability of a bike rider, and the confusion of the moment compounds exponentially. However, if you’re able to keep your wits about you, try remember your three P’s: Photos [...]

What do bike crash attorneys in Los Angeles say about getting doored while riding? One common question from bicyclists is that of liability in the event that the rider is doored. This is an accident that occurs when someone in a parked car opens their door into a lane where a bicyclist is riding and strikes the bicyclist, often causing serious injury. Who’s at fault? Who is responsible for your compensation for damages and medical bills? Legally speaking, when you open a car door from the inside, you have an affirmative duty to look over your shoulder, check for traffic, [...]

Money is available to help pay for injuries and damages from a bicycle accident. The Los Angeles bike accident lawyers at the Power Legal Group can help get it for you! Every bicycle accident in Los Angeles happens at its own unique time and place, with its own unique set of circumstances. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of who’ll compensate you for your injuries, property damage, lost wages, and ongoing pain and suffering. But there is one consistent action bike accident victims in Los Angeles can take, and that’s to call the Power Legal Group. We are experienced [...]