Robert Goldwater

If you hit a cyclist with your car, the legal consequences can range from traffic citations to serious criminal charges like reckless driving or vehicular assault—especially if the cyclist is injured or killed. Why is it important to know? Cycling is the 3rd most popular outdoor activity in the U.S., with bike commuting up 20% recently, according to recent statistics...

A highway may seem like a perfect route for fast and unobstructed cycling. Besides, wide shoulders offer a lot more space than urban roads and appear to be quite an alternative to highly congested areas of a large city. However, what are the legal implications of this issue? Can you ride a bicycle on the highway in the USA? In America, the legality of biking on highways...

Are bikes allowed on sidewalks? The ongoing debate about sidewalk riding in the USA hasn’t arrived at a one-for-all conclusion yet. While some states advocate for the additional safety that this practice can provide for such vulnerable road users as bicyclists, others remain adamant that it should be forbidden. At the same time, various states allow it to ride on a sidewalk...

After a bicycle accident leaves you with injuries, legal representation might feel like just another thing to worry about on top of all the medical bills. However, having an attorney on your side can actually lighten your financial burden since they can help you secure much bigger compensation than you could reach yourself. There are various ways law firms charge for their...

Over 20 billion dollars are spent on bike accident injuries and fatal crashes across the country annually. Every bicycle accident case is unique on many levels. Even if two people get injured at the same intersection hit by the same model and make of the vehicle, they will sustain different losses. It means that precise compensation for a bike crash depends on countless...

A refreshing bike ride is all we need sometimes. However, a peaceful ride on a beautiful day can quickly transform into a terrifying catastrophe. While no one is immune to a cycling incident, if you know what to do after a bicycle accident, you can ensure speedier recovery, full compensation for your losses, and expert protection of your rights. Today, we’ll not...

A cycling accident can turn your peaceful and orderly life upside down with all the physical injuries, financial burdens, and emotional distress that it brings. A timely and correctly filed bicycle accident claim can ease that toll and help you recover a fair settlement for your hospital bills, lost wages, and other related expenses. Filing a personal injury claim is more...

Cycling has become a more and more popular means of transportation in the United States. In fact, workers of all ages started to use bikes more. The rates show an average increase from 0.4% to 0.6% over the last 20 years. However, just like any other activity, cycling carries a variety of risks that require careful consideration. Bicyclists get seriously, if not fatally,...