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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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San Diego Cyclist Hit By Wrong-Way Driver Adjusts to Paralysis

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Dudek Law Firm

In August 2014, avid cyclist Juan Carlos Viñolo was hit by a car traveling the wrong way on Fiesta Island. Viñolo’s shoulder smashed into the car’s windshield and his legs whipped over his head and onto the roof of the vehicle. He dislocated a clavicle, broke eight ribs and cut his hands. He lost a kidney, damaged his liver, lungs and spleen. His spine was severed, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. Recovering from a Traumatic Cycling Accident Today, nearly a year later, he’s adjusting to life as a paraplegic. His wife has been pushing him hard to adjust to his new life, and he’s received much support from the San Diego cycling community. A week after the crash, hundreds of other people, including San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer, rode around Fiesta Island in support of the Viñolo family. Many of them donated to a charity drive that has raised…
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