Are bicycles more like pedestrians or cars under the law?

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 U.S. roads each year, according... Read More

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

In some cities, it’s illegal for cyclists to use the sidewalk instead of the roadway. However, it’s not illegal in Indianapolis. 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... Read More

Any time a car and bicycle collide, it can be a chaotic situation. After such an accident, you may be wondering, do cyclists cause accidents? The answer is, yes, cyclists can be found at fault in some crashes. Other times, the motor vehicle driver may be found at fault. If a police officer responds to... Read More