People in New York and elsewhere ride bicycles to get from place to place or simply as a means of recreation. The streets of New York City are not without their fair share of bicyclists, but the city’s infamous congestion and harried traffic often prove detrimental to...
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Injuries often suffered by those hurt in cycling accidents
Cyclists are extremely vulnerable to injury when involved in a crash with a moving vehicle. Despite helmets and wearing other types of protective gear, even a low-speed collision between a bike and a car or truck can result in serious or even fatal injuries to the...
New York man files claim against bicycle helmet company
A class action lawsuit led by a New York resident is making its way through a U.S. District Court. Trek Bicycles is the defendant and is accused of deceptive and false advertising regarding a specific line of bicycle helmets. The helmets in question are advertised as...
Cyclists, avoid using headphones in order to ride safely
The reasons for choosing a bicycle over a car for transportation can vary from person to person. Some people may think it is more efficient to use a bike than waiting in traffic, and others believe it is better for the environment. Others still may simply cycle to get...
Bicycling for fun, exercise or commute carries accident risks
Bicyclists are among the most vulnerable road users in New York. There is no getting away from the fact that bicyclists involved in car accidents typically fare far worse than the occupants of enclosed vehicles. However, traumatic accidents are preventable if both...
Preparing for the unthinkable on your bike
Those in New York for whom bicycling is a typical mode of transportation or exercise do not have to be told of the risks. Even in areas where bike lanes are provided, bicyclists may still be exposed to fast-moving traffic, distracted drivers and busy intersections....
4 city bills to regulate e-scooters and e-bikes
Proposed legislation under consideration by the City Council would legalize motorized e-scooters and e-bikes in New York City. If the four bills pass and become law, they would make it easier for people to take advantage of emerging transportation options that are...
New study shows latest bike helmets reduce injury
Researchers from Virginia Tech and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have conducted what has been called a first-of-its-kind study, and it should be of interest to bicyclists in New York. According to this study, bicyclists who wear urban-style helmets, with...
Bicycle use expected to surge with L train closure
New Yorkers who rely on the L train to get into Manhattan from Brooklyn may need to find alternative means of transportation. The L train crossing under the East River is scheduled to be closed for 15 months while it undergoes planned repairs.According to news...
Communities struggle to prevent dooring accidents
New York residents who enjoy riding their bikes may know what dooring is. This refers to bikes colliding with open car doors, and those who study the issue say that neither laws nor bike lanes seem to address the issue. According to the Illinois Department of...