Bicycle Accidents

The temperate climate in the Seattle area makes it feasible for people to walk and bike most of the year comfortably. However, many people only engage in such outdoor exercise pursuits in the late spring, summer and early fall. Therefore, there is generally a...

Going for a bike ride should be a fun way of getting some exercise. Cycling also serves as an environmentally-friendly form of transportation. While bike riders and cycling shouldn’t be an unreasonably unsafe activity, when cyclists have to share the road with motor...

Many roads in and around Seattle already feature bike lanes. These designated sections of road provide a separate space for cyclists, thereby limiting their risk of getting hurt by someone in a motor vehicle. Although Washington traffic laws require that drivers share...

When children finally learn to ride their new bicycle, it gives them an immense sense of achievement and freedom. They can go on adventures with friends and even visit other family members.  Unfortunately, there’s a downside to all of this- the safety risks. As...

Legally, you don't have to carry insurance as a cyclist. You also don't need to wear a helmet, even though you could potentially get hurt in traffic. After a crash, you can potentially bring a claim against the at-fault driver's insurance coverage. If they don't have...

Cycling is a fun way to exercise and beat traffic without polluting the environment. In fact, more and more people are taking to cycling to keep fit and get to work. Unfortunately, cycling does come with its share of risks, especially if you live in a busy city....

Bicycle helmets have been required by law in King County since the early 1990s -- but that may soon end. Against all odds, the county’s Board of Health could repeal the old law before the end of the year and replace it with an unenforceable resolution that says...

In recent years, deaths and serious injuries relating to bicycle accidents have been rising. An increase in active cyclists has resulted in more accidents. However, this does not present the full picture. There are countless ways in which a bicycle accident could...

Riding a bicycle is fun, inexpensive (no costly gas purchases to worry about or plan for) and a great way to enjoy the scenery, commute to work, get exercise or just unwind. Unfortunately, it can also be fraught with hazards in Washington State and around the nation....

There are many benefits to cycling. You stay in shape. You save money. You protect the environment. Some people ride as a hobby, while others just use the bike as a way to commute. These advantages over driving a car make it worth it, even though cycling is physically...