Author: Corina Tennies

California Quietly Ends E-Bike Incentive Vouchers — What Riders Should Know

Recently, I was perusing my email, as one does, and came across a rather surprising update. Bike East Bay’s November 12 newsletter reported the California Air Resources Board (CARB) “quietly discontinued” the California E-Bike Incentive Project (EBIP).  [ This is the program that offered vouchers, to California residents, of up to $2,000 to purchase new electric bikes. ] Checking CARB’s

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Richmond–San Rafael Bridge Limits Bike Access: What Cyclists Must Know

Alerting All Bay Area Cyclists: Weekday Access Limited on Richmond–San Rafael Bridge Path The Richmond–San Rafael Bridge bike and pedestrian path opened in 2019 as a major step toward a more connected, bike-friendly Bay Area. Less than six years later, that access is being restricted to help relieve rising car congestion on I-580. Below are the updated access hours, shuttle

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Filing A Bicycle Injury Claim IS Worth Your Time

Why Filing a Bicycle Injury Claim Matters You’ve been through a trauma, and you’re moving past it. Then you wonder: “Do I really want to go through all the hoopla of taking legal action?” The truth: most bicycle injury claims are straightforward. When you hire an attorney, your case usually requires very little of your time. Common situations look like

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How Eagle Scouts Are Making the East Bay Safer and More Bike-Friendly

How Eagle Scouts Are Making the East Bay Safer and More Bike-Friendly In the East Bay, bicycling isn’t just transportation—it’s a lifestyle. Riders rely on safe roads, functional equipment, and supportive communities to keep cycling accessible and enjoyable. Over the past 15 years, several local Eagle Scouts have stepped up to the challenge, completing bike repair projects that continue to

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4 FAQs for Cyclists Injured in Out-of-State Bicycle Accidents

4 FAQs for Cyclists Injured in Out-of-State Bicycle Accidents Bicycling for vacation — whether riding the TransAmerica Trail, touring Portland to Portland, or renting a hotel bike to explore a new city — is loved by many cyclists. The thrill of the open road, the wind in your hair, and the freedom of two wheels are hard to beat. But

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Why Cycling Is More Popular in Europe Than in the U.S.

Explained: Why Cycling in Europe Is More Popular Than in the United States As a personal injury bicycle attorney, I often get questions beyond the legal realm. One I hear the most is: “Why is cycling more popular in Europe than in the United States?” The answer is layered, but in short, cycling in Europe vs United States comes down

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East Bay Preschool Celebrates Bike To Wherever Days

Bike To Wherever Days 2025: East Bay Preschool Teaches Toddlers Bicycle Safety The Bay Area celebrates Bike To Wherever Days 2025 throughout May—and there are no age limits! Even toddlers are joining the ride. This year, I was thrilled to learn that an East Bay preschool went all in on the celebration by promoting bicycling and safety awareness among its

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100,000 Riders Celebrate Bay Area’s Bike To Wherever Day 2025

100,000 Riders Celebrate Bay Area’s Bike To Wherever Day 2025 You’d think that as a Personal Injury Bicycle Attorney, I’d ride my bike to work more than I drive my car. But alas, with two kids to shuttle to preschool and a need to be at court locations around the Bay Area, I have succumbed to America’s car-centric culture. While

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Receiving Compensation For Hit-and-Run Accidents

Hit-and-Run Bicycle Accident Compensation: What Cyclists Need to Know In most bicycle accident cases I’ve worked on, the driver—though often panicked—is usually remorseful and sticks around to help. Some may be unpleasant, but at least they stop and exchange insurance info. But then there are those rare, gut-wrenching moments when a driver hits a cyclist and speeds off—leaving the injured

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California e-bike regulations taking effect in 2025

California e-bike regulations taking effect in 2025 The topic of electric bikes is popular. In fact, I’ve already published two blogs about e-bikes: Can I Buy My Child An E-Bike and Low Price E-bikes Can Come At A Steep Cost. E-bikes are a popular topic of conversation because of their rise in popularity and the governments’ push to regulate this

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