Are bicycle accidents always caused by drivers?

National Bike Month is celebrated in May, but keeping cyclists safe is a year-round objective. National Bike Month was established in 1956 by the League of American Bicyclists and is celebrated across the nation. Its purpose, among others, is to thoroughly demonstrate the benefits of cycling and encourage others to get involved in this healthy... Read More

Since records of bicyclist fatalities were first tabulated back in 1932, more than 53,000 cyclists have been killed in bicycle accidents and other traffic-related collisions—about the same as the number of U.S. service members who died in the Vietnam War. Bicycle deaths comprise around 2 percent of all vehicle-related traffic fatalities on... Read More

In some cities, it’s illegal for cyclists to use the sidewalk instead of the roadway. However, Indianapolis allows you to do so.   Safety is a primary issue for cyclists, and riding a bike on the sidewalk continues to be a topic of debate. Some people believe the sidewalk provides a safer avenue for getting from point A to point B;... Read More

Safety is paramount when riding a bicycle, but no matter how safety conscious you are, the odds are against the bicyclist. The motor vehicle always wins! The bicyclist can be “right” and “win the battle” but “lose the war” in the form of a serious injury or worse. At some point, you or a fellow rider may be in a crash involving a... Read More