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Austin Police Department Announces Bicycle Safety Initiative

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Dudek Law Firm

The Austin Police Department announced that it would begin to target motorists that fail to provide a cushion when passing cyclists on the street as part of its bicycle safety initiative. Police will be targeting both motorists and cyclists that break the law, Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo said, according to KTCB-TV in Austin. “This is your warning. Starting on the 8th [of May] we will have undercover officers…if you are stopped by a member of the APD under this initiative for failure to obey the passing rule, you will be cited,” Acevedo told reporters. The law in Austin requires motorists to leave a three to six foot cushion while passing cyclists. If there is no room, the motorist must wait. “We are going to see some new strides in enforcing it consistent with other measures that have been taken in other cities, as everyone recognizes that we really need…
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Pittsburgh Boy Lucky To Survive Bicycle Collision with SUV

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Dudek Law Firm

A young Pittsburgh boy is lucky to be alive after a tragic bicycle accident in which he was struck by an SUV. Ian Engle, 8, suffered a fractured skull, a broken clavicle and severe skin abrasions all over his body, according to WPXI-TV in Pittsburgh. He remains in a local hospital. Ian was riding with his father and his twin sister on April 22 when he was hit by the SUV on a residential road. The driver remained on the scene and is not expected to face charges. Ian’s mother, Kristen Engle, would like to see more marked bike lanes in Pittsburgh and feels they may protect cyclists in future incidents. “I’d like to see those paths where those kids lose their attention and the worst things that happen is, if they have a helmet on, they get a skinned knee,” Kristen told local reporters. Bike Pittsburgh Executive Director Scott…
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Selecting A Proper Helmet for You or Your Child

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Dudek Law Firm

Bicycle helmets are arguably the most crucial piece of safety equipment when it comes to cycling safety. The importance of fitting yourself or your child properly and selecting the right helmet cannot be stressed enough. Here are some things to keep in mind when selecting a helmet: Size. Measure the circumference of your or your child’s head with tape measure, so you have an approximate idea when selecting a helmet size. Try on a variety of helmets before selecting one. Make sure the helmet fits now—do not buy one your child will “grow into.” Position. The helmet must sit level on your head, equally protecting the front and back. Riders should ensure it fits snug enough so that it does not move while riding. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends the front of the helmet be one to two finger width lengths above the rider’s eyebrow. Chin strap….
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