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What happens when a cyclist collides with a pedestrian? If you have been hit by a cyclist as a pedestrian, you could be entitled to sue the cyclist for damages. Their home insurance policy will cover the cost of your compensation award. When a cyclist and a pedestrian collide, there will be an investigation to determine who is to blame. It all depends on the circumstances of the accident. If the pedestrian suddenly ran into a bike lane, the cyclist may be absolved of blame. Y...et if the cyclist failed to stop at a crosswalk and ploughed straight into the pedestrian, then the cyclist may be held accountable. Sometimes liability will be shared between the parties. Read more - https://bit.ly/39Vcsg1 Photo credit Paul Krueger Via Flickr

What to do if You Are Knocked Off Your Bike Being knocked off your bike is something all cyclists dread, but sadly it happens all too frequently, particularly in the city. Despite this, many of those who are involved in cycling accidents are not sure what to do should they report the accident? Can the cost of bike repairs or a replacement be recovered? Is legal advice necessary? Read More - https://bit.ly/3pKGY1S

Cycling on sidewalks is prohibited under the Motor Vehicle Act, unless a sign or a bylaw directs otherwise. In Vancouver, bridges are a common exception to this general rule. For example, cyclists are not permitted on the roadways, but may use the sidewalk, on the Lions Gate and the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge. Read more - https://bit.ly/36lE0ba

Who has the right of way when using a bike lane in traffic? Drivers must yield to cyclists who are using a dedicated bike lane. Read more - https://bit.ly/2FXPCIj

Until recently, electric bikes or ‘e-bikes’ were a rarity. Now, however, they are a common sight in cities across the world. Although there are rules regarding e-bikes, most cities have yet to implement the legislation and the infrastructure needed to accommodate them safely. Learn more - https://bit.ly/38F1Wa5

Who Has Right of Way, Cars or Bikes? If you have been injured by a motorist while riding your bike, ICBC may argue that you were entirely or partially to blame. However, this is not necessarily accurate and should not deter you from pursuing a personal injury compensation claim. ICBC has been known to defend motorists that are later deemed 100% negligent by a judge. That is why if you have been involved in an accident with a vehicle, it is always a good idea to talk to a Vanc...ouver personal injury lawyer about your options. Read More - https://bit.ly/2F3y4Kp

Until recently, electric bikes or ‘e-bikes’ were a rarity. Now, however, they are a common sight in cities across the world. Although there are rules regarding e-bikes, most cities have yet to implement the legislation and the infrastructure needed to accommodate them safely. Learn more - https://bit.ly/38F1Wa5

More people are using e-bikes to get around the city. Be careful out there because you can suffer a serious injury if you’re in an accident. Contact our personal injury law firm if you have been injured from an e-bike accident. https://www.reuters.com//us-health-ebike-injuries-idUSKBN1

Today is world elder abuse awareness day. If you know a senior that has suffered from abuse or elder care negligence, please contact our firm. https://www.richmond-news.com//world-elder-abuse-awareness

Will my car insurance premium increase after an accident? If ICBC says that you are more than 25% responsible for an accident, your car insurance premiums will increase. Read more - https://bit.ly/2VgIUlr

Here is another view on ICBC's new no-fault insurance scheme.

A great article with tips on biking in the snow.

What do you think about bicycles and electric scooters sharing the bicycle lane?

You need to be careful out there as a cyclist! Call us 24/7 at 604 684 0040.

Read our blog to get some tips on how to be safe on the road this summer.

A cautionary tale as to what could happen when your rights to a fair hearing are stripped away. ICBC's new minimum caps will certainly affect your rights.

"If there really is a crisis, ICBC could have issued debt instruments to tie it over a rough patch. Instead of doing that, ICBC eviscerated its insurance offering." Call us 24/7 at 604 684 0040 before ICBC deems your injury as minor .