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Nevada’s Laws for Passing Bicycles
Riding a bicycle in Nevada, especially on busy Las Vegas streets, can come with significant safety concerns. Motor vehicle drivers have a responsibility to do their part to prevent collisions through efforts such as passing safely. Failing to follow Nevada’s laws for passing bicycles can make a driver responsible for a related bike accident….
Who Is Liable in RTC Bicycle Sharing Accidents?
The bike-sharing system put in place by the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Southern Nevada offers easy electric bicycle rentals in the Las Vegas area. If you get injured in an accident on a rented e-bike, you may be eligible to recover financial compensation from the RTC in addition to other parties. Liability, or…
No-Contact Bicycle Accidents
A no-contact bicycle accident is a unique type of crash that can come with special considerations and legal complications. Since there is no physical contact between the motor vehicle and the bicycle in this type of accident, the driver’s car insurance company is more likely to deny the claim. You may need assistance from…
Essential E-Bike Safety Tips
Electric bikes, or e-bikes, have become more common in Las Vegas due to rentable options available to the public. In addition, e-bike sales have almost quadrupled in the United States since 2019. An e-bike can be an enjoyable way to get around, but it is important to take a few actions to help ensure…
Dooring Accidents: A Danger to Cyclists
Getting doored, or struck by a driver’s car door while on a bicycle, is a fear of every cyclist – especially those who bike in busy metropolitan areas such as Las Vegas. Despite efforts to build better bicycle lanes to prevent dooring, this is something that still injures and kills bikers every year in…
What to Do if Your Child Was in a Bicycle Crash
No parent wants to imagine their child suffering serious injuries in a bicycle-vehicle collision. Unfortunately, careless and reckless drivers pervade Nevada’s streets, making it crucial to know what to do if your child gets into a bicycle accident. What you do after the accident can impact the amount of financial compensation available from the…