Author: Peter Wilborn
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Welcome Bob Mionske to the Bike Law team!
We (Ann and Peter) are thrilled to welcome Bob Mionske to the Bike Law Team. Bob is a guru on bike law. If you don’t already know, Bob is a Portland, OR attorney and cycling advocate who handles bicycle accidents and stands up for cyclists’ rights across the country. He is also a former
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Pedal Safely in the USA
London saw an increase in cyclist fatalities in 2013, but it’s still not the most dangerous place to ride. Unfortunately, the U.S. wins the award for most dangerous place to bike. “Americans are not only among the world’s least avid cyclists; they are also among the most likely to get killed.” – A rather morbid statement
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Is Charleston Ready for Bicycle Tourists?
On November 21st, 2013, the New York Times Travel section featured Charleston (again). In “36 Hours in Charleston,” cycling is listed as one of the top things to do: “The quickest way to soak up all the city’s marvels is on two wheels. Rent beach cruisers from the Bicycle Shoppe, where you can also pick
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Report on the First Annual North Carolina Bike Summit
Those of you who know me (Ann) know I’m not a big fan of meetings. I’d rather be riding my bike than talking about how to ride my bike. But the First Annual North Carolina Bike Summit was an exception to my general meeting antipathy. The fact that the summit organizers were able to attract
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Florida is Even Worse Than South Carolina for Biking
Florida, known for its sunny weather and scenic routes, might seem like a cyclist’s paradise at first glance. However, for those who take to the roads on two wheels, Florida’s charm quickly fades in the face of harsh reality. When it comes to bicycling safety, Florida’s statistics are alarming and, unfortunately, even worse than those
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Statement from the Burke Family
With permission from the Burke family, I am posting the family’s statement to the the court during the Burke sentencing hearing that took place at 11:30 am this morning, October 18, 2011. The Burke FamilyVictim Impact StatementBy Paul Burke Eight months ago I gave a eulogy to celebrate my brother’s life. Although Matt’s time on
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Driver sentenced to jail and must forfeit license
At 1:00 pm today, the driver who killed Matt Burke was sentenced to 90 days in jail, 5 years of probation, and forfeited his driver’s license. Peter WilbornBike Law founder and bicycle crash lawyer Peter Wilborn has raced, toured, commuted, and ridden his bike daily for fun. In 1998, Peter had a bike tragedy in
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S.C. Driver convicted of felony for killing cyclist
BREAKING NEWS: Monday, October 17, 2011, Aiken, South Carolina The driver who killed cyclist Dr. Matthew Burke pled guilty to felony manslaughter just after 3 p.m. and was sent to jail by an Aiken Circuit Court Judge. On October 1, 2010, on a straight road in broad daylight in Beech Island, South Carolina, driver Daniel
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Important New Maryland Bike Law
Like South Carolina and Georgia, Maryland has recently updated its Bicycle Law offering much more legal protection for cyclists. If you have questions, about Maryland bicycle laws, contact Maryland Bike Lawyer Peter Wilborn: [email protected] Read the press coverage here. Peter WilbornBike Law founder and bicycle crash lawyer Peter Wilborn has raced, toured, commuted, and ridden his bike
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The Lost Art of the Group Ride
Every so often, I’ll ride a recreational group ride. I love the camaraderie of cyclists, the talk, the last minute pumps of air, the clicking in, and the easy drifting out as a peloton. “I miss riding in a group,” I’ll think to myself. The magic ends by mile 10. The group will surge, gap,
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Safe Streets Save Lives Video: Lets Get There Together
A Quantum Leap Forward In 2008, the three-year lobbying effort by advocates across South Carolina finally paid off with the passage of reformed bicycle traffic safety laws. According to advocates, this reform launched South Carolina into the modern age of traffic law by allowing bicycles equitable treatment as legitimate users of the road. With the
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Safe Streets Save Lives Video: How to Drive
Handle With Care In most settings, bicyclists travel at a slower speed than cars, so motorists will often need to pass a bicycle user to arrive at their destination efficiently and safely. The one concept that motorists need to remember when passing or overtaking a bicycle is to be cautious and to maintain a safe
