Bicycling in California requires cyclists to know and obey local rules. No universal law in the state prohibits bicyclists from riding on sidewalks. However, local municipalities have the freedom to initiate their own laws regarding sidewalk riding. With statistics such as 457 bicyclists injured and killed in San Diego in 2016, many

Electric bicycles are popular in California. Electric bikes spiked in popularity in the state after Gov. Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 1096, which permitted the use of low-speed electric bikes on bicycle paths for the first time in the state. It also gave local municipalities the power to regulate different classes of

The California Vehicle Code generally considers bicycles on the road as vehicles, so cyclists need to know their rights and responsibilities on California roads. Many people enjoy cycling for leisure, for exercise, or as an eco-friendly alternative to driving to and from work. Bike lanes and the legal right to “take the

Everyone knows bicycle helmets save lives – but many cyclists may be placing too much trust in their protective headgear. Studies have found that bicycle helmets are effective at reducing the risk of serious head and brain injuries by almost 70%, but this does not mean they are completely failsafe. The risk of

From 2010-2016, there were 6,824 bicycle crashes in San Diego County. Of these crashes, only 177 did not involve any type injury (property damage only). Numbers like these highlight the fact that cyclists are among the most vulnerable users of our roads. They can be difficult for drivers to see and are

It’s a beautiful day, you’re strolling with the kids, and someone suggests a family ride around Balboa Park using the new dockless bikes available in the park.  Or, your teen tells you he’s using his (your) phone app to rent a bike to ride with his friends to the beach.  Dockless bicycles,

The beautiful California climate makes it perfect for bicyclists. If you decide to ride your bicycle to work or for pleasure, it is important for your own safety and the safety of others to know the rules of the road. One practice that bicyclists and motorists often wonder about is whether it

San Diego, CA — DATE — Pro Cycling Team Jelly Belly p/b Maxxis is beginning the 2018 cycling season with a sponsorship by EBCycling Law, the cycling law practice of nationally recognized and award-winning personal injury law firm Estey & Bomberger – which is headquartered in San Diego, California. The Jelly Belly