Bicycle Accident

More and more cities are attempting to promote bicycling to work. Some cities even offer the use of public bikes to proactively encourage people to ride throughout the city and enjoy the sites. Both tourists and workers have increasingly started using bicycles as a means of transportation in large cities….

drinking and biking

With the weather warming up, it is likely that people will be looking for other forms of transportation to get around. One of the most common I have seen here in Southern California is bicycling. and from what people have told me, it is actually quite common to drink and…

Each state has a very specific law when it comes to wearing helmets on bicycles. Though riding bikes around the neighborhood is a common pastime, no matter the time of year, it is customary to wear a helmet while riding a bike. the California bicycle helmet laws are very straightforward….

bicycle accident

Laguna Niguel, CA: a father of five children was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Laguna Niguel. Our accident attorney reports that he  was left with severe brain injuries. There were no witnesses at the time of the accident. and authorities are asking anyone to step forward if they saw…

bicycle accident

NEWPORT BEACH, CA: on February 20th, 2017, a cyclist was riding eastbound on Westcliff when he was struck by a driver in a GMC Yukon. the man on the bike suffered head trauma, and was taken directly to the hospital. the collision is still under investigation. Our accident lawyer reports that…

bike route

STANTON, CA: on January 18th, 2017, a man on a bike was hit by a car at the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Chapman Avenue. the car involved is still under investigation. However, it is described as being either gold or champagne in color. Our injury lawyer reports that the victim…

helmets

In this weeks’ continuation of helmet safety, our accident lawyer wanted to discuss a few important topics. Let’s discuss how to choose the right helmet for your child. We will also go over a “Quick-Fit Check List,” and “Checking the Fit.” Finally, why wearing a helmet is so important. Part I –…

child riding with grandparent

Riding a bicycle without training wheels has become somewhat of a right of passage for children – being seen as a source of pride and oftentimes a symbol of independence and freedom. And along with this newfound independence and freedom that our children have, it leaves us, a parents sometimes wondering…

bicycle in traffic

A June 2014 accident in Laguna Beach involving a 55-year-old cyclist killed by a 20-year-old motorist. Accidents like this show how vulnerable cyclists can be on the road. the male driver was recently charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter and felony hit and run, but incidents like this are preventable. These…