by Russ Hymas | Nov 3, 2016 | Bicycle Injuries, Head Injuries While Biking, Helmet Safety
As Utah’s Bicycle Lawyers, we love cycling as much as anyone. But we know that the sport comes with risks. The sports world is more aware than ever of the dangers of traumatic brain injuries. For good reason, helmets are now a higher priority for cyclists....
by Russ Hymas | Mar 31, 2016 | Cycling Tips, Head Injuries While Biking, Helmet Safety
Is it time to replace your bike helmet? Even if it doesn’t have a scratch on it, you may be due for an upgrade. Helmets are the most important part of your ride, and your safety is worth spending money on. When should you replace your helmet? Here are a few...
by Russ Hymas | Dec 17, 2014 | Children Bicycle Accidents, Head Injuries While Biking, Helmet Safety
Kids go where no adult dares: They act without fear, eat what they shouldn’t, and fall asleep almost anywhere. But in all their innocent fun, it seems like they have little sense of the dangers of riding a tricycle, a four-wheeler, a two-wheeler, or a 10-speed....
by Russ Hymas | Nov 5, 2014 | Bicycle Injuries, Head Injuries While Biking, Helmet Safety, Utah Bicycle Accidents
It is not required in the state of Utah to wear a helmet. The case for no universal helmet law is personal responsibility. However, statistics prove that bicycle riders are less likely to suffer traumatic head injuries or death if they are wearing a helmet. Your...
by Russ Hymas | Jul 29, 2014 | Bicycle Injuries, Head Injuries While Biking
While we often associate head injuries with high-impact sports like football, cycling is actually the top sport for such traumas—and it leads by a wider margin than you might think. The New York Times health blog, “Well,” suggests that cycling is one of...
by Russ Hymas | May 27, 2013 | Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Bicycle Accidents, Children Bicycle Accidents, Head Injuries While Biking, Utah Bicycle Accident Attorneys, Utah Bicycle Accident Lawyer, Utah Bicycle Accidents, Utah Bicycle Laws
Sometimes knowledge is the safest piece of equipment you can add to your bicycle. There are some common misconceptions that we at Christensen and Hymas want to clear up so we can all be safe out there on the road. 1. Cyclists should ride facing traffic. This is one we...
