At KLF we see the range of types of bike crashes in the Greater Cleveland area, mostly occurring at intersections: The Left Cross: A left angle crash during which motor vehicle, i.e., car, truck, or SUV, turns
You can ride a bike on a sidewalk in Bay Village unless there are signs prohibiting it. Pedestrians have the right of way and when cyclists pass them, cyclist should give an audible signal. Section (f) is
Hi, it’s nice to meet you, my name is Ken. Following are the top three reasons why I am a Bike Attorney who helps injured cyclists. First: I am a cyclist! I’ll bet we have cycled past
“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
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
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
Cyclists’ turn signals are required under Ohio Revised Code §4511.40 as follows: left turn – left arm extended to the left right turn – hand and arm extended upward at elbow stop – arm down to
Although Ohio law permits cyclists to ride on the sidewalks, many municipal codes limit that right. For example, Cleveland prohibits riding on the sidewalk in a business district. (Cleveland Ordinance § 473.09). A ‘business district” is
At KLF we see the range of types of bike crashes in the Greater Cleveland area, mostly occurring at intersections: The Left Cross: A left
You can ride a bike on a sidewalk in Bay Village unless there are signs prohibiting it. Pedestrians have the right of way and when
Hi, it’s nice to meet you, my name is Ken. Following are the top three reasons why I am a Bike Attorney who helps injured
“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
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
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
Cyclists’ turn signals are required under Ohio Revised Code §4511.40 as follows: left turn – left arm extended to the left right turn –
Although Ohio law permits cyclists to ride on the sidewalks, many municipal codes limit that right. For example, Cleveland prohibits riding on the sidewalk
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