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NHTSA Cycling Safety Video

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Dudek Law Firm

As the cycling community grows across the nation, it is more important than ever that everyone is aware of bicycle safety laws. This video from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is full of valuable information and tips for new and experienced riders alike. Safety should be the top priority for all cyclists, so if you have children, be sure to teach them safe habits from a young age. Here are some statistics from the NHTSA: Sixty-nine percent of all cycling fatalities occur in urban areas. Approximately 28 percent of fatal bicycle accidents occur between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. The average age of a fatal bicycle accident victim is 41. Nearly 37 percent of all bicycle accidents are alcohol-related. Please visit our website for more information on cycling safety, and contact our firm for a free consultation if you or a loved one has been injured. Bonnici Law…
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Cyclist Killed after Motorist Fails to Yield; No Charges Filed

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Dudek Law Firm

A St. Helena cyclist died in a collision with a BMW on August 18, according to sources. Cyclist Richard Becker, 54, was riding his Concorde Gavina bicycle when he was struck by a motorist making a left turn. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) identified the motorist as Kimberly Kingman, 39, of Napa. Becker was thrown from his bicycle onto the pavement. According to CHP records, Becker was riding downhill and there were no stop signs at the intersection when Kingman crossed into his path. Becker had the right-of-way. Paramedics rushed Becker to the hospital, where he died of his injuries. Kingman suffered minor injuries and was released at the scene. The crash remains under investigation. As more people are switching to bicycles for sport or transportation, motorists must learn to share the road, especially in urban areas. “While there may be some lawbreaking among the cycling population, very few if…
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Alert Bus Driver Foils Driver’s Getaway

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Dudek Law Firm

This video from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania captures a terrifying hit-and-run incident on the freeway. After striking a cyclist, this motorist immediately attempts to flee with absolutely no consideration for the victim. The cyclist was riding in the street due to construction on the roadway. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation created a walkway along the road, but it is for pedestrians and cyclists are not permitted to use it. The quick thinking by this bus driver to halt the fleeing motorist proved to be effective, as well as the driver who backed the car in behind the bus. “Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant David Krumer and Commander David Doan sorted through massive collision data for 2008, and found that in 2008, 23 percent of bike involved traffic collisions are hit-and-run—3 percent were misdemeanor and 20 percent were felonies,” said a report published by BikeSideLA.org. If you witness a hit-and-run, you should contact the…
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