Bicycles/Pedestrians Hit By Cars

“Are you blind?” is something many cyclists have shouted after a driver almost knocked them off their bicycle. It turns out the driver may well have been. Many drivers fail to spot cyclists due to something called inattentional blindness. Here is how it works:...

Cycling can be a wonderful way to get around New York. It has many benefits. It’s a good way to get some exercise while keeping your carbon footprint low. It’s really enjoyable on those beautiful sunny days, especially as we move into Spring.  As enjoyable as it is,...

Opening a door is something that people who travel in four-wheeled vehicles probably do not give much thought to. Pull the handle,  swing it open and step out. Yet, for cyclists' and motorcyclists’ sake, they should. When you travel on two wheels, a car door suddenly...

Not many things are as beautiful as taking a morning or an evening walk with your puppy or a loved one. But that beautiful morning or evening walk can turn into a horrible nightmare if you are involved in an accident. An accident that involves a pedestrian and a...

Walking is a natural part of life and can help you maintain good health. So, it is not surprising that New York is parked with pedestrians on their way to work, the gym or even one of the city’s attractions. But what happens when that morning or evening walk turns...

Many people in Saratoga springs make use of the roads to carry out their daily activities. However, not everyone opts to use a motor vehicle as their main method of transportation.  Often, drivers and cyclists have to operate within the same vicinity. This can present...

If you’re a consistent runner, you know that wearing headphones to listen to music or other audio content can make your runs a lot more fun. When you’re out there on the sidewalks and the shoulder of the road for an hour or more, music helps to cut the boredom and can...

Many federal and local governments have encouraged their citizens to use alternative and sustainable forms of transportation. Riding bicycles has become more commonplace as people are turning to green solutions.  With the increase of cyclists sharing the roads, has...

Vehicle manufacturers tout the advances they have made in in-car safety features. Cars now have things such as airbags that keep those inside the car safe. They have sensors and advanced braking systems, which should keep everyone safer. So why did pedestrian...