Cycling is a healthy form of exercise and a lot of fun, but it is also a potential catalyst for injury. A bicycle helmet is the most basic form of safety equipment that most people wear every time they go for a ride. Many cycling associations require helmets during...
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Why do people in vehicles cause so many bicycle crashes?
The weather in Arizona is warm and mild enough that you could ride your bike all year round for transportation or exercise. You may spend time on your bike nearly every day, both on bike paths and on shared roads with motor vehicles. You are probably acutely aware of...
How can pedestrians help prevent accidents?
As someone who enjoys jogging and walking around your city, it is important that you understand how to protect yourself and those around you. Pedestrians, just as much as drivers, need to pay attention and be ready to follow the rules of the road. Pedestrian accidents...
Walkability scores need to be improved in cities in the U.S.
As a pedestrian, you should know that you have the power to help prevent serious collisions. Being a pedestrian is going to become more common in sustainable cities, so it’s necessary for pedestrians and drivers to be able to share the space. The walkability of a city...
What to do after a boating accident caused by another boater
Boating can be a pleasant pastime, but it is not without its risks. You could be out on a beautiful day when a storm swells up seemingly out of nowhere and reduces visibility. You can have mechanical issues that leave you stranded or that require emergency services....
How does Arizona rank for pedestrian safety?
Although crash rates in the country have been getting better, that doesn't mean that the roads are safer for everyone. In recent years, the number of pedestrian deaths around the United States has risen dramatically. People have started to notice that the decrease in...
How to prevent a bicycle accident before it harms you
There are many benefits of riding a bicycle, from the enjoyment it provides to the exercise value to the environmental benefits of lessening our carbon footprint. However, since you don’t have much protection, an accident can be devastating. It doesn’t matter if...