Head injuries remain one of the most serious outcomes of a bicycle accident. Helmets may reduce the severity of the impact, but they do not eliminate the risk. When a cyclist suffers a head injury, the consequences can range from short-term disorientation to long-lasting neurological impairment. Medical recovery may involve specialists, therapy, and months of…
Picture this: you’re riding down a city street on your bike with a clear road in front of you. Suddenly, out of nowhere, the door of a parked car swings open right in front of you. You try to swerve, but it’s too late. You crash into the door, causing damage to both you and…
Statistics are both subjective and objective, and both are dependent on personal interpretation. Bicycle accident statistics are significant since they help cyclists and motorists make good choices and informed decisions as they share the roadways on our city streets and suburban neighborhoods. These numbers and percentages help city municipalities, safety coalitions, and consumers measure performance…