Category: Advocacy
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A Guide for Drivers and Bicyclists to Properly Share the Road
In every car versus bike collision, it is the same loser every time: the bicyclist. In a well-meaning effort to reduce such collisions, a number of states have adopted a “Share the Road” campaign. Since 1997, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (the ‘MUTCD”) has approved the use of the Share the Road sign
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What to Do If You Are in a Bicycle Accident (no, Crash!)
You’ve been hit on your , now you ? Bike Law network lawyers, Bruce Hagen (GA) and Bob Mionske (OR) discuss one of the most FAQ we receive – “What to do if I’m in a bike accident?” We have written extensively on the topic of what to do after a bicycle crash and at our recent Bike Law retreat, we
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BikeWalk NC Lobby Day – April 5, 2017
Join Bike Law North Carolina at the first BikeWalk NC Lobby Day in Raleigh to meet legislators and fellow bicycling advocates on April 5th, 2017. Purpose of the NC Biking Lobby Day 1. We want legislators to understand that bicycling and walking are legitimate and viable modes of transportation; a necessary and legitimate part of any
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USA Cycling Takes a Stand for Cyclists in Montana
In Montana, House Bill 267 defining a safe passing distance between cars and bicycles was recently voted down in a 24-26 vote. The controversy began when Montana Senate President, Scott Sales, lashed out at cyclists calling them “rude” and “self-centered.” We believe these remarks from a Senator are uncalled for and unprofessional. Cyclists, like motorists, aren’t always perfect and
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Mixed Reactions From the Moving People Forward Conference
This past Monday I attended the Moving People Forward conference in downtown Denver. The conference was hosted by Bicycle Colorado in lieu of their annual Colorado Bike Summit which has been moved to later in the year. Leaving the conference I had mixed emotions from my attendance. As I boarded the commuter rail back to my suburban neighborhood
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Support of the Colorado Safety Stop Bill
Bike Law fully supports the Colorado Safety Stop Bill, Senate Bill 93, that was introduced by Senator Andy Kerr to rethink the “Operation Of Bicycles Approaching Intersections.” Ridership in the United States is up across the board. Over the past 10 years choosing a bike for transportation has become less an alternative and a more
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Michigan Must Pass Laws to Protect Cyclists
After two years of a dramatic increase of bicyclists killed by car crashes in Michigan, there is a clear connection between these deaths and the lack of laws to protect cyclists. There seems to be a disconnect in Michigan when it comes to identifying public safety issues and implementing positive changes for bicyclists. At the
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The Bicycle Advocacy Win of 2016
In 2016, the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) was a standout group in their unrelenting advocacy work to push forward the Motor Vehicle Collision Recovery Act protecting all vulnerable road users. October 13, 2016, Mayor Bowser publicly signed the Motor Vehicle Collision Recovery Act. The act does away with the harsh doctrine of “Contributory Negligence”
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New Brunswick Fighting for One-metre of Space
Let us all stand up for Ellen’s Law and get New Brunswick cyclists the one-metre of space they deserve. Update: ‘Ellen’s law’ gets endorsement from Saint John city council It is with the recent passing of Canadian cyclist, Ellen Watters, that people of New Brunswick are calling for a one-metre passing law. Her family and friends are
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Kalamazoo, a hopeful lament.
In light of the Kalamazoo, Michigan tragedy, it’s so easy to focus on what’s wrong with the world. Several similar incidents this year have hit too close to home. Some friends in North Carolina were also run down in group. As were clients in in North Augusta, SC. As our community grows, we experience more
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Louisiana VRU Law Defeated Today
The notorious Rep. Kenny Havard killed the bill. He legislates in favor of thin, young strippers, and against bikes. *** 2d UPDATE, June 5, 2016, noon *** A cyclist emailed Havard to ask him to change his anti-bike position; Havard responded. His parents not only taught Havard “not to play in the road,” they apparently
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Off-Duty Cop Bullies Cyclist (and Gets Schooled)
We deserve better routes to ride, and we deserve better trained police officers. Here’s a video of an off-duty Charleston police officer confronting a cyclist (who had been cycling against traffic on a one-way street), preventing him from leaving, and getting physical and ultimately schooled. The officer is currently on administrative leave pending investigation. There’s
