Now that the summer weather is here, you may want to get on that bicycle that was stored away this past winter. Getting on your bike is not only good for you and the environment, but it is also a great way to get to and from work. Unfortunately, bicycle accidents with cars are a[…] Read More
Category: Bicycle Accidents
Back to School Safety
Another summer has come to a close and that means another school year begins for children across the area. As school returns, so do school buses, children on foot and bicycle, and additional drivers using the road during busy morning and afternoon commutes. It is a time of day when parents and kids are often[…] Read More
Be Aware of Cyclists Sharing the Road
Hardy bicyclists take to the roads in many seasons, but with longer days and warm summer weather, drivers need to pay extra attention to those on bicycles sharing our roadways. Cyclists and drivers both have a responsibility to be mindful and obey traffic laws. Drivers, however, are operating significantly larger and heavier vehicles and can[…] Read More
How Should You Handle a Parking Lot Car Accident?
Drive through any busy parking lot and it is easy to see why so many crashes and so-called “fender benders” occur there. In such a limited space, with so many moving vehicles and pedestrians, not to mention confusing right-of-way rules, parking lot car accidents are inevitable. Yet they should not be taken lightly. As the[…] Read More
Hit and Run in Delaware
According to the law in the State of Delaware, any driver that is involved in a motor vehicle accident that causes injury or property damage must stop their vehicle at the scene. They must make a reasonable effort to see if anyone was killed or hurt; and if so, the police should be contacted. This[…] Read More
School Zones and Safe Driving
School is starting again, and that means it is time for drivers to again start paying special attention when driving in school zones. Whether you are traveling in a school zone or not, you must be on the lookout for young pedestrians, bikers, and parents dropping off their kids, or working with the pickup and[…] Read More
Bicycle Accidents and Liability
Spring, summer, and fall are all great seasons for bicycle riding. A bicycle has as much right to the road as a motor vehicle. But, bicyclists must follow “side-of-the-road” rules. Basically, these rules require the cyclist to stay on the far-right side of the road, or in a bike lane. These rules create some needed[…] Read More
Bike Lanes in Philadelphia
Travel in the city causes congestion and may result in numerous traffic accidents. Inclement weather, traffic backups, and city life may prevent safe travel for pedestrians, including bicyclists. As bicycle lanes in Philadelphia are often difficult to see, the chance for a bicycle accident with a motor vehicle is high and may result in unexpected[…] Read More
Garbage Truck Fatally Injures Cyclist in Center City
In Center City, a garbage truck fatally struck a cyclist who was riding her bicycle. On Tuesday morning, around 7:25 am, the fatal accident occurred near 11th and Spruce Streets when the garbage truck hit the cyclist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was brought to the Jefferson Hospital but succumbed to her fatal injuries within the[…] Read More
Bicycle Safety in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is one of the most popular cities for bicycling in the country. Bicyclists utilize bicycle lanes throughout the city, participate in festive cycling events, and enjoy miles of scenic trails. A recently-launched Philadelphia bike-sharing program, Indego, has made biking even more accessible by offering convenient and affordable bike rentals at kiosks all over the[…] Read More