Articles Tagged with Elk Grove Bicycle accident lawyer

8 Steps to Take After a Bicycle Crash

May 31, 2019 | Edward Smith

8 Steps to Take After a Bicycle Crash

A bicycle crash is always unexpected and can cause serious injuries. While there are plenty of websites that offer advice on what to do after a motor vehicle accident, information on bicycle crashes is sadly lacking. However, to get the compensation you need following an accident, it’s important to know what to do. When you are injured by a negligent motorist, an experienced bicycle accident lawyer can provide the insight you need to recover financial damages.

Safety Tips for Bicyclists in Elk Grove

February 12, 2018 | Edward Smith

Safety Tips for Bicyclists in Elk Grove

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove bicycle accident lawyer. California is one of the leading states for bicycle accident injuries. Learning some safety tips can help a bicycle rider be safer when heading into work, getting some exercise or just riding for pleasure.

Bicycle Accident Fatally Injures Man

January 5, 2017 | Edward Smith

Bicycle Accident Fatally Injures Man

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove bicycle accident attorney. During the early morning hours of Tuesday, January 3, 2017, a man was traveling on his bicycle along Laguna Boulevard. The man was struck by two vehicles which caused him to unfortunately suffer from fatal injuries.

Drunk Driver Hits Two Elk Grove Bicyclists

June 18, 2016 | Edward Smith

Drunk Driver Hits Two Elk Grove Bicyclists

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove bicycle accident attorney. Two bicyclists are thankful to be alive after being hit by a suspected drunk driver in Elk Grove on June 14, 2016.

Elk Grove Hoverboard Assault

December 23, 2015 | Edward Smith

Elk Grove Hoverboard Assault

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove Personal Injury Lawyer. Hoverboards (electronic scooters) may be the hot new item on every kid’s Christmas wish list this year. Lately, we’ve been bombarded with news reports of hoverboards being a fire hazard. Appears they may be a favorite item for thieves to steal as well.

Elk Grove Bicyclists Assaulted

November 11, 2015 | Edward Smith

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Two Separate Assaults on Bicyclists in Elk Grove

Two minors who reside in Elk Grove were assaulted over the weekend in order for a thief to steal their respective bicycles. This information comes to us from the Elk Grove Police Department.

Dangerous Elk Grove Bike Accident Intersection

June 16, 2015 | Edward Smith

Bruceville Road and Laguna Boulevard is one of the most dangerous intersections in Elk Grove for bicycle accidents.

There were 4 bike versus auto crashes at that intersection in 2012. The second most dangerous intersection for

Bay Area Set to Welcome Speed Cameras

Governor Gavin Newsom has recently approved a groundbreaking measure that paves the way for installing speed cameras in Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose.

CHP Receives Nearly $6 Million to Combat Impaired Driving

In a significant stride towards bolstering road safety in the Golden State, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has teamed up with the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for an extensive yearlong campaign titled “Reducing Impairment Statewide.”

Newsom Signs Law to Enhance Crosswalk Pedestrian Safety

California has introduced a new law to enhance the safety of crosswalks for pedestrians. Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed Assembly Bill 413, a measure brought forward by Assemblymember Alex Lee.

CHP GEARS VI Program Boosts Motorcycle Safety in California

CHP’s GEARS VI Program Boosts Motorcycle Safety in California

Motorcycle accidents are a major concern for the California Highway Patrol (CHP), and they are actively working to enhance motorcycle safety.