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California Bicycle Accident Statistics 2024

Paceline Law Bicycle Injury Lawyer represents bicycle accident victims throughout Northern California. Our team understands how difficult and challenging these accidents can be, particularly in this region, where bicycling is one of the most popular activities. In looking at the underlying data, it can show just how prevalent these accidents are. If you or someone you know has been hurt in

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Low Price E-bikes Can Come at a Steep Cost

E-Bikes are here to stay. E-bikes are incredible. They are the future. They can replace car trips and use far less energy than alternatives. They can even realistically be charged at home with rooftop solar panels. As with all new inventions, they are still poorly understood, badly regulated, and the market is full of new companies with shoddy products. How

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Armed Bike Jacking in Oakland

Two cyclists were robbed at gun point. Oakland PD did nothing. Two cyclists, in two separate incidents, were robbed at gun point in the past week while riding in the Oakland Hills in the vicinity of Skyline, Tunnel, and Grizzly Peak roads. The attacks do not appear to be random as the thieves were targeting high end road bikes, a

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Ten Ways Your City Can Prevent Bicycle Collisions

With more and more bikes on the road, it has never been more important for cities to be bike-friendly. Properly designed bicycle infrastructure plays a vital role in preventing accidents, ensuring the safety of cyclists, and encouraging more people to choose cycling as a sustainable and healthy way to get around. Below are ten ways cities can help reduce collisions

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Tips for Cycling in Wet Weather

We Californians are blessed with relatively few rainy days per year, making Northern California a great place for cyclists. However, when the weather turns wet, and we have more intense winters, it can be a daunting task to ride your bike and stay on your training regimen. Let’s face it, Zwift just isn’t as fun and the trainer stand feels

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5 Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Bicycle Accident

Bicycle accidents are a traumatic experience and it can be hard to think clearly when you’ve been seriously injured, but it’s important to take the necessary steps to ensure that you are protected and able to recover fully. However, many people make mistakes after a bicycle accident that can harm their physical and legal recovery. In this blog post, we

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Bicycle Accidents Involving Children: What Parents Need to Know

Bicycling is a great way for children to get exercise and enjoy the outdoors in an increasingly digital world, but it also comes with risks. Every year, thousands of children are injured in bicycle accidents, and some of these accidents can be serious or even fatal. As a parent, it’s important to understand the risks that children face when riding

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Understanding Bicycle Injury Insurance Claims

Bicycle accidents can cause serious injuries even at low speeds. It’s good to know that speaking with an injury attorney is free, so it’s always worth getting a consultation. In this post, I’ll cover the basics of bicycle injury insurance claims to help you understand the process and what to expect. First and foremost, it’s important to understand that bicycle

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UIM Coverage is a Must Have for Cyclists

What is Uninsured Motorist Coverage? Uninsured motorist, or under-insured motorist coverage, is part of your auto insurance policy. UIM coverage is designed to protect you from uninsured drivers and hit-and-run collisions where the identity and insurance of the driver are unknown. Underinsured motorist coverage kicks in when you are injured by a driver who is insured, but has only limited

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Can bicycles ride on the sidewalk in California?

Sidewalk laws are up to the city. There is no California state law prohibiting bikes on sidewalks. It is left up to the cities. Many cities have local ordinances prohibit bikes on the sidewalks at all, or at least in busy areas with high pedestrian traffic. While children are almost always permitted to ride on the sidewalk there is some

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