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California Governor Vetoes Bicycle Safety Bill, Aims To Improve It

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Dudek Law Firm

California Governor Jerry Brown vetoed a bicycle safety bill earlier this month, claiming it would cause more accidents than it would prevent, according to The Los Angeles Times.  The proposed legislation required all motorists to give cyclists a 3-foot space while passing them and slow to 15 mph.  Governor Brown was concerned that the new law would lead to an increase in car accidents and put both motorists and cyclists at a greater risk. “On streets with speed limits of 35 to 40 mph, slowing to 15 mph to pass a bicycle could cause rear-end collisions,” said Governor Brown.  “On other roads, a bicycle may travel at or near 15 mph, creating a long line of cars behind the cyclist.” Governor Brown says he is willing to work on the bill so long as his concerns are addressed.  What do you think? Are his concerns valid, or would you like…
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Bicycle Accident Attorney Joshua Bonnici Pursues Bicycle Safety Education And Awareness

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Dudek Law Firm

San Diego bicycle accident attorney Joshua Bonnici passed another milestone in his ongoing bicycle safety education.  Fred recently completed the Traffic Skills 201 safety course offered by the League of American Bicyclists. He completed hours of road cycling and successfully demonstrated proficiency avoiding road hazards and common bicycle accidents. This course included a written exam as well as a road course test. Fred previously passed the traffic skills 101 course. Fred also participated in a Children’s Safety Event in September, sponsored by Old Navy. Fred discussed bicycle safety laws with the kids, as well as proper bicycle helmet use. As an avid cyclist and bicycle accident attorney, Fred values bicycle safety greatly, and he will continue to educate himself and the public on its importance. What do you think we can do to increase bicycle safety awareness and protect our children? Bonnici Law Group APC—San Diego bicycle safety lawyer.

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Bicycle Helmet Saves Life Of 4-Year-Old Boy

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Dudek Law Firm

A 4-year-old boy in Urbandale, Iowa is lucky to be alive after a car hit him while he was riding his bicycle, according to the Chicago Tribune.  Apparently, a toddler who was playing inside the vehicle knocked the transmission into neutral, causing the car to roll and hit the 4-year-old.  The car rolled into a 7-year-old as well, before rolling over the 4-year-old boy’s head. His bicycle helmet saved his life.  Both of the children who were hit went to the hospital with non life-threatening injuries.  This is far from your common bicycle accident, but it still a great example of a bicycle helmet saving a young life.  If you start practicing bicycle safety from a young age, children will become used to wearing a helmet and make it a habit. Bonnici Law Group APC—San Diego personal injury attorney.

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