Although traffic citations are not a part of my law practice, I’d like to explain some of the issues that face cyclists who have received traffic tickets. Let’s start where your encounter with the legal system begins, at the traffic …
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Recovering your own stolen bike is legal—but be careful
By Bob Mionske
It was a classic sting operation—and when it was posted on YouTube, Jake Gillum’s bike-recovery videowent viral. The cyclist from Portland, Oregon, had spotted his stolen bike …
The last weekend in September was ushered in by warm and sunny autumn weather in California—and across the state, cyclists were out in force. In San Francisco, 5,000 cyclists from around the world gathered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of …
What you need to know about e-bikes and the law
By Bob Mionske
For cyclists who ride for fitness, electric-assist bicycles, or e-bikes, may seem to miss the point. But when it comes to pedaling for transportation, more …
Cyclists ride for a lot of different reasons. For some, it’s for the love of sport. For others, it’s is an economical way to stretch a tight budget. There’s also the environmental benefit.
And of course, many people ride for …
You may be taking legal responsibility when you organize a group ride. Here’s what you need to know.
By Bob Mionske
In the eyes of the law, there’s a difference between participating in a sport and riding your bike to …
Yes, there is such a thing as cycling insurance. Here’s what you need to know—and why you might need it.
For years, I’ve advised bike riders to piece together cycling insurance through a combination of other types of policies, such …
The social network Strava has been linked to two cycling-related deaths. But can the online service really be held liable for its members’ behavior?
By Bob Mionske
On June 14, the San Francisco district attorney announced that cyclist Chris Bucchere…
A new type of anti-harassment law holds aggressive drivers accountable for their behavior
By Bob Mionske
Although the roads belong to everybody, some motorists don’t see it that way. Maybe you’ve had a run-in with a driver who threw something …
