Bicycle helmets are an essential safety measure, significantly reducing the risk of head injuries during a bicycle crash. However, helmets are not perfect and cannot guarantee protection against brain damage in case of a bike crash. Even with the added protection of a helmet, cyclists remain vulnerable to severe head injuries. Helmets are designed to […]
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Local law firm specializing in representing injured cyclists thrilled to support cycling community during annual Biketopia fundraising event Oakland based Bay Area Bicycle Law is once again sponsoring Biketopia Berkeley, a community-led non-profit bicycle shop supporting the bay area cycling community and its upcoming annual member party and fundraising event. A long-time sponsor of Biketopia, […]
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Before California legislators adjourn the 2023 session in September, cyclists may see the passage of new laws that will affect their commutes and access to the road. In the past, high-profile bills, such as the stop-to-yield bill that garnered wide support, have been denied only by the governor who has veto power. This year, that […]
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Bicycling is an excellent environmentally responsible travel alternative, a great form of low-impact exercise, a fantastic social activity or just a great way to spend time touring your city, your state or even your country. But it does have inherent risks. Bad pavement, mechanical failures, negligent drivers, mistakes on the part of cyclists and bad […]
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New driverless cars are increasingly taking to roadways around the San Francisco Bay Area and more may be on the way. National Public Radio reported in August that the CEO of GM’s Cruise recently said in an earnings call that he believes the city could handle several thousand more on the road. This comes amid […]
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In the early 1970s, soaring oil prices, a new interest in fitness among baby boomers and the growing availability of quality, European and Japanese made performance bicycles coincided to fuel a dramatic surge in U.S. bicycle sales. The “bike boom” of the era put cycling on the map for many Americans and created huge growth […]
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Road rash is one of the most common injuries cyclists encounter during a bicycle crash. While it’s not often considered a severe injury, it can be painful and potentially lead to a secondary infection if not treated properly. Cyclists who encounter road rash, also often called a friction burn, may have other injuries as well, […]
Not everybody gets to spin their passions into a career, but Michael Stephenson did when he founded Bay Area Bicycle Law (BABL) in 2010. In the decade since BABL’s inception, Stephenson has grown the firm’s profile and expertise in bike law, making it the only Northern-California based firm to solely focus on representing cyclists. His […]
A Deeper Look into Their Unfair Impact on Plaintiffs Introduction In California, the legal system employs a mechanism known as the “998 offer” to encourage settlement negotiations and reduce the burden on the courts. While this tool may have good intentions, it often ends up being unfair to plaintiffs involved in civil cases. A 998 […]
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There’s not much question about it; electric scooters have fast become a go-to transportation alternative for Californians. This is especially true for those living in highly populated urban areas with heavy traffic, extremely high energy prices and costly parking rates. Public transit in many areas of California – the San Francisco Bay Area, for example […]