“Dooring” is a growing issue for cyclists and motorists. It occurs when a motorist in a parked vehicle opens their driver’s side door without first checking to see if anyone (such as a cyclist) is passing on
Everyone wants to be “safe” out on the roads, and traffic laws are designed to further that goal. The problem is, sometimes the law uses broad language to prescribe conduct which can have unintended consequences. This was
Since bicycles are considered vehicles, bicycles are lawfully allowed on almost all roads, and bicyclists cannot be confined to riding on the sidewalk. Many local ordinances prohibit riding on the sidewalk and many sidewalks contain hazards not found on the road.
Just in time for the 2021 cycling season, cyclist Stephen Johnson of Westerville recently shared some timely and relevant questions regarding where to ride legally and safely! In Ohio, adult cyclists have an absolute legal right to
2024 Cycling Rights: Second Edition was published in January 2024, containing many updates and seven new chapters, including ones dedicated to Group Riding, Cycling Safety & Kids, the Ohio Bicycling Federation, and more! 2022 Ken was featured
This week, I had the distinct pleasure to partner with my friends at Bike Cleveland and share some critically important information about bike law and how to stay safe and legal while you’re out on the roads.
The answer is generally “yes”. This is called subrogation or the right of recovery by your health insurance providers. If you are on Medicare or Medicaid, you must pay them back once you receive your settlement from
If liability is clear and you have suffered serious injury, the answer is “no”. Talking to the at fault insurance company is no benefit in that situation and could be detrimental as the insurance company are pros
Traffic Control Devices Ohio Revised Code §4511.12 contains the Ohio law called Obedience to Traffic Control Devices. An example of local Ordinances are Cleveland Ordinance §413.01 Obedience to Traffic Control Devices and Lakewood Ordinance §313.01 Obedience to Traffic Control Devices
WHAT TO DO IN A BIKE ACCIDENT: REMEMBER “P.H.O.N.E.” 1. Police: call the police and insist on a report, no matter what! 2. Healthcare: seek immediate medical treatment for injuries. 3. Observation: get the driver’s contact and insurance info, and names
“Dooring” is a growing issue for cyclists and motorists. It occurs when a motorist in a parked vehicle opens their driver’s side door without first
Everyone wants to be “safe” out on the roads, and traffic laws are designed to further that goal. The problem is, sometimes the law uses
Since bicycles are considered vehicles, bicycles are lawfully allowed on almost all roads, and bicyclists cannot be confined to riding on the sidewalk. Many local ordinances prohibit riding on the sidewalk and many sidewalks contain hazards not found on the road.
Just in time for the 2021 cycling season, cyclist Stephen Johnson of Westerville recently shared some timely and relevant questions regarding where to ride legally
2024 Cycling Rights: Second Edition was published in January 2024, containing many updates and seven new chapters, including ones dedicated to Group Riding, Cycling Safety
This week, I had the distinct pleasure to partner with my friends at Bike Cleveland and share some critically important information about bike law and
The answer is generally “yes”. This is called subrogation or the right of recovery by your health insurance providers. If you are on Medicare or
If liability is clear and you have suffered serious injury, the answer is “no”. Talking to the at fault insurance company is no benefit in
Traffic Control Devices Ohio Revised Code §4511.12 contains the Ohio law called Obedience to Traffic Control Devices. An example of local Ordinances are Cleveland Ordinance §413.01 Obedience
WHAT TO DO IN A BIKE ACCIDENT: REMEMBER “P.H.O.N.E.” 1. Police: call the police and insist on a report, no matter what! 2. Healthcare: seek immediate medical treatment
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