Bicycle Accidents

10 Important Bicycle Laws in Massachusetts

Published in Bicycle Accidents on January 5, 2021

Bicyclists in Boston and throughout Massachusetts have beautiful scenery as they enjoy the outdoors and get exercise. In the city, bicycles are inexpensive and convenient forms of transportation. However, bicycle accidents can be common in both rural and urban areas. Bike riders have a high risk of catastrophic injuries when they are struck by a…

Massachusetts Helmet Laws

Published in Bicycle Accidents on August 20, 2019

Nineteen states, including Massachusetts, impose universal laws requiring helmet use by some or all parties that operate vehicles other than cars and trucks. Helmet laws are meant to increase roadway safety by protecting vulnerable road users from catastrophic head injuries. Breaking Massachusetts’ helmet law could result in a traffic infraction, as well as a potential…

What is the Peanutabout?

Published in Bicycle Accidents on May 16, 2017

Bicyclist safety has been a top priority in Boston for years. As a busy metropolis, Boston is, unfortunately, a high-risk area for bicycle and pedestrian accidents. Part of the problem has been the ineffectiveness of the existing crosswalks and bike paths in the city. As more and more bikers take to the streets in Boston,…

The Dutch Reach: Saving the Lives of Bicyclists in Boston

Published in Bicycle Accidents on November 28, 2016

Bicyclists who frequent urban areas often ride next to long lines of parked cars. In these areas, “dooring” accidents are common. When parked drivers and passengers open their car doors without looking, they may create an unavoidable obstacle for oncoming bicyclists. However, a practice in the Netherlands may hold the solution to this common traffic…

Massachusetts Bicycle Laws

Published in Bicycle Accidents on December 15, 2015

Massachusetts is a beautiful place to ride a bicycle. Whether you take a scenic route on the weekends or make your daily commute on one, you need to know what you are allowed to do on a bike in our state to avoid a bike accident. Make riding a fantastic experience every day with this…