For a pedestrian, New York can be equal parts fascinating and dangerous. There is a lot of the city you can see without needing a car, but sometimes the streets are filled with inattentive and unsafe drivers. New York motorists do not leave in the morning planning on...
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3 ways ridesharing apps could lead to more collisions
Created with the best of intentions, ridesharing apps for services such as Uber and Lyft have exploded in popularity over the last several years. Designed to keep unsafe drivers off the road or give options to those without their own vehicles, these services have...
Can road design elements protect cyclists in the Bronx?
In the busy neighborhoods throughout the Bronx, bicyclists often feel as if they face danger on every road and at every intersection. As traffic increases, the hazards of distracted drivers, impaired drivers and negligent drivers seem to combine to create a deadly...
Summer months are deadly for Brooklyn bicyclists
As the days get longer and the weather continues to heat up, it is common to see more pedestrians and bicyclists making their way through Brooklyn streets and neighborhoods. Even though many consider it a healthy option, choosing this method of travel can result in...
Why is it dangerous to be a pedestrian in Manhattan?
Living in a large city like Manhattan comes with many conveniences within walking distance. Rather than trying to drive across town, the city is full of shops and restaurants to meet many of your needs. Even when you need to go somewhere a little farther, the subway...
4 factors that challenge Brooklyn cyclists
In Brooklyn and neighborhoods throughout New York, bicyclists run the risk of serious injury every time they embark on a journey. From getting to and from crucial destinations to riding to embrace a healthier option, cyclists could potentially suffer life-changing...
NYC set to improve bike lane protection for thousands of cyclists
New York officials announced in February its efforts to improve protection for the city’s bike lanes. The news represents a sign that the city’s Department of Transportation (DOT) is following through on its promise to reinforce the 20 miles of currently...
Is biking in Brooklyn dangerous?
As the weather starts to warm up, you may start looking at your bicycle as an inexpensive and eco-friendly way to get from here to there. While it may not be practical for every trip away from home, your bike can be a great way to exercise while checking tasks off...
Traumatic brain injuries and serious bicycle collisions
Motor vehicle collisions occur at a frightening rate throughout New York neighborhoods. Whether the collision centers on moving vehicles such as cars and trucks or they involve pedestrians or bicyclists, the consequences are often dire. In any type of collision,...
3 factors that could lead to a Staten Island bicycle collision
Staten Island, while not as congested as downtown Manhattan, is still an urban environment often crowded with motor vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians. Unfortunately, numerous factors contribute to a serious collision that can have devastating consequences for...