Bicycle Accidents

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

We've talked about this before in our blog, but it bears repeating: drivers and passengers can cause a collision with a bicycle rider when their motor vehicle is not even turned on. Specifically, we're talking about "dooring" bike accidents: when someone in a parked...

Traffic in the city is a challenge, and it has only gotten worse over the years. The city continues to get more crowded, and more and more people choose a car to commute instead of some of the other options. Biking can seem like an appealing alternative to a vehicle...

Bicycles are a great way to get around a busy city. They offer a relatively inexpensive means of transportation that can often beat the wait times that come with getting stuck in a traffic jam. Although generally a safe way to get around the city, recent studies have...

With the Spring months right around the corner, numerous neighborhoods will soon see a dramatic uptick in bicycle traffic. Unfortunately, whether this transportation method is a necessary means of travel or a healthy lifestyle choice, bicyclists risk serious injury on...

Bicyclists face risks to life and limb when they hop in the saddle and start peddling. Even more so for New York cyclists because of the sheer density of vehicles and people, unexpected obstacles, and the weather. This situation is further exacerbated by the...

As a cyclist, you can be very vulnerable to the cars and pedestrians around you. A driver not paying attention can leave you with catastrophic injuries, just as a pedestrian stepping in front of you on your Citi Bike can also cause damages. The cost of medical...

Any sensible New Yorker knows the difference between a bicycle and a mother scooter. A bike moves by pedaling, while a scooter is a type of motorcycle with an engine. The latter vehicle is much more powerful and can go faster. Clearly, scooters are motor vehicles that...

Most bike lanes in Queens are right next to motor vehicle lanes. The bike lane is supposed to be for riders only, but that relies on drivers being alert and respectful of cyclists' space. And we all know you can't always count on motorists to do the right thing around...