Bicycle infrastructure is one of the key elements in reducing the risk of bicycle accidents. One study found that Austin invested the most money in safe infrastructure for cyclists out of the 13 cities studied. However, that does not mean bicyclists are not injured and killed in bicycle crashes in Austin. Bicycle Accident Statistics for

Several states have specific laws making it illegal to ride a bicycle while intoxicated. The DUI laws state that operating a “vehicle” is illegal while under the influence. A bicycle is considered a “vehicle” under many state laws. However, New York is different. New York’s DUI laws state that it is illegal to operate a

Bicycle accidents can cause a lot of damage to your body. Bruises, cuts, and broken bones often result from a collision or other bike accident. These can leave you battered, but you will usually recover from these musculoskeletal injuries. Bike accidents can also damage your internal organs. Because of the location of the handlebars, a

With increased traffic causing gridlock and longer commute times, more people in cities are getting to work under their own power—by cycling to work. Philadelphia has more bike commuters per capita than the other ten largest cities in the nation. Recent statistics show that 2.1% of the people in Philly commute by bicycle. After an

Choosing to get from Point A to Point B via a bicycle is wise for many reasons. Cycling instead benefits both your health and the environment. It can also be more cost-effective than driving. That said, it’s important to remember that bicycle accidents can happen. The victims of bicycle accidents are often left with serious

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted many areas of our lives. The pandemic seems to have caused a “bicycle renaissance” throughout the country as bicycling increased during the last year. Sadly, injuries and deaths from bicycle accidents continue to be a serious problem in many states. About two percent of the motor vehicle fatalities each year are

The number of bicyclists has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic began. You may see more bicycles sharing the road and sidewalk than ever before. However, the risk of bicycle accidents also increases with a greater number of riders on the road. One issue that many bicyclists face is whether to ride on the road or

A growing number of people in cities are turning to bicycles as their primary means of transportation. Riding a bike is economical and has health benefits. It can also make commuting easier and simpler to find a parking space. However, increased use of old and outdated bike infrastructure is a burden on growing cities that

Florida is the most dangerous place in the country to ride a bike. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, you’re much more likely to be killed in a bicycle accident in Florida than anywhere else. In 2016, there were 840 fatal bike crashes in the state; this was the most on record since

Thanks to advocacy efforts across the country, the number of bicyclists on American roads has increased substantially over the past decade. As more riders are on the road, the likelihood of bicycle-related accidents increases. While many cities have taken steps to make roads a safer place for bicyclists, others have not. Until all cities embrace