Georgia cyclists have beautiful roads to explore in our state, especially as we move into fall weather with (hopefully!) cooler temperatures. Unfortunately, not every bicycle meets the safety requirements recommended by Georgia Highway Safety. This is no small matter, since non-motorist fatalities are overrepresented among total accident fatalities in Georgia.…
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Drop in Bicycle Head Injuries in Kids, But Adults Still at Risk
The month of May marked the beginning of national bicycle safety month. Thanks to a greater focus on helmet usage and other factors, there has been a significant reduction in the number of American children suffering serious head injuries in bicycle accidents. However, adults continue to be at risk of…
Disturbing Trend of No Helmets While Biking Endangers Children
Despite laws in Georgia and throughout the country, it may be surprising to know that many American parents fail to require their children to wear protective helmets while riding a bicycle or scooter, or skateboarding. Those were the findings of a new poll that surveyed 1,300 parents across the country.…
Bicycle Safety Tips for Children
Bicycle Safety Tips for Children A tragic bicycle accident last week in south Fulton County killed a nine-year-old boy. The tragedy is a reminder of the risks to Atlanta’s children as summer creeps up on us. More children can be expected to take to their bicycles as the weather gets…