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Cross Country Bicyclists Due to Make it Home to California Today

Posted on August 19, 2015 by Dudek Law Firm

Today marks the end of a long journey for Brad Walton, a CPA from Willits, and Steve Kesling, a retired Willits High School teacher. According to Willits News, the men are expected to arrive in San Francisco around 11am before continuing to their homes. The two men started a cross country bicycle trip with a third man, Steve Chun, a longtime friend of Kesling’s from Vacaville, on June 7th in Virginia. Unfortunately, Chun suffered an injury early on. He was caught in a rut and fell over, breaking three ribs. Walton and Kesling continued on without him, but Chun is expected to finish the final leg with them today. The men rode an average of 65 to 80 miles every day on a trail called the TransAmerica trail. This trail has been a popular cycling route since the late 70s and tends to attract a lot of foreign riders looking…
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Tips for Safer Pedaling Through the Streets of San Diego

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Dudek Law Firm

Bicycle safety is extremely important for a community like San Diego, which are known for having a high population of cyclists. Whether you are a fair weather rider or a daily cyclist, a little extra bike safety knowledge can keep you out of harm’s way. Avoid riding during rush hour- Almost 70 percent of all bicycle accidents in San Diego occur between the hours of 4pm and 8pm. Avoid University Avenue- a study by Circulate San Diego released a study that showed that about 30 percent of bike accidents happened on the same eight roads, and that University Avenue was the most dangerous. Streets like University Ave. that have wide lanes, parked cars on the side, and no bike lanes are considerably more dangerous than other streets. Use streets with bike lanes- Studies have shown that streets with designated bike lanes reduce the risk of being hit by 50 percent….
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What to do if You are in a Bicycle Car Accident

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Dudek Law Firm

Having a run in with a motor vehicle while on your bicycle can be a scary experience for anyone. It’s often emotionally damaging as well as physically harmful. There were approximately 48,000 bicycle injuries in 2013. Of those involved, 743 were killed. It is important to know the risk involved when riding a bicycle before hitting the road, but in the event that you are in a bicycle/motor vehicle accident, this is what you should do. Stay calm – The first reaction for a lot of people just after an accident occurs is relief that you weren’t killed. Don’t let this “happy to be alive” thing cloud your mind. Call the police – No matter how small the accident itself may seem, call the police. A police report can be very beneficial later on. Gather information – After calling the police, make sure to take down the information of the…
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