New York City’s Citi Bike bike-share program kicked off recently, and in the first three days over 20,000 bike trips covering more than 57,000 miles were made. So far, more than 20,000 people have signed up to share bicycles with the city, significantly increasing the number of bicyclists on city streets, thereby increasing the risk of bicycle accidents. [Read more…]
Cyclists Celebrate National Bike Month
The League of American Bicyclists is celebrating National Bike Month in May to promote bicycling. Whether you are an avid cyclist an occasional rider, the organization encourages you to get out and ride this month. As you do, be sure to keep safety in mind. [Read more…]
New York Cyclist and Pedestrian Fatalities Decline, But Accountability Hasn’t Changed
Preliminary figures show a slight decrease in the number of cyclists and pedestrians who were fatally injured in the New York City area from 2011 to 2012. However, motorists who are responsible for those deaths too often evade responsibility. [Read more…]