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TravelSafely App Aims to Protect Cary Drivers, Cyclists, and Pedestrians

Over the past year, smart signal equipment has been installed in hundreds of traffic signals and crosswalks in Cary, North Carolina, as the town developed a smartphone app to help make streets safer.  Free TravelSafely App Developed To Help Make Streets of Cary, NC Safer The TravelSafely app technology automatically knows when…

Attorney Thomas Henson Discusses Cycling Insurance and Safety on Find Your Edge Podcast

Recently, Henson Fuerst attorney Thomas Henson was featured on The Endurance Edge podcast, Find Your Edge, with Chris Newport discussing cycling safety, legal issues, and insurance. You can watch the full episode here: If you couldn’t tune in, here’s a recap of some important points made in the discussion. The Crucial Insurance Coverage…

NCDOT Executes Annual Bicycle Helmet Initiative

With little protection, bicycle accidents can result in quite serious injuries and even death. The results of a meta-analysis conducted on the effects of bike helmets found that helmet usage reduces head injury by 48%, serious head injury by 60%, traumatic brain injury by 53%, face injury by 23%, and…

6 Important North Carolina Traffic Laws That All Bicyclists Should Know

Under North Carolina law, bicycles are still treated as vehicles and are therefore subject to some of the same traffic laws as some motor vehicles. Though there are many, here are 6 of the most important traffic laws applicable to bicyclists. Bicycles must be equipped with the proper equipment for…

Thomas Henson, Mike Beaman Discuss Running Safety Tips

  Attorney Thomas Henson of Bike Lawyer NC and Mike Beaman of Inside-Out Sports recently collaborated on an informative safety video for runners, offering tips to keep them safe out on the road. You can watch the video below: Similar to biking, running is a great activity to stay active….

Thomas Henson, Mike Beaman Discuss What You Should Know About Bike Lights

  Attorney Thomas Henson of Bike Lawyer NC and Mike Beaman of Inside-Out Sports recently collaborated on an informative safety video for what you should know about bike lights. You can watch the video below: One of the most important aspects of bike riding is to ensure that you have…

Thomas Henson, Cid Cardoso Discuss Cycling Tips for Triathlons and Other Long Rides

  Attorney Thomas Henson of Bike Lawyer NC and Cid Cardoso of Inside-Out Sports recently collaborated on an informative safety video for what cyclers need to know about longer bike rides. You can watch the video below: Prepping For a Long Ride Whether training for a triathlon or just a…

Thomas Henson, Jason Biggs Discuss Training & Racing Safety Tips for Cyclists

  Attorney Thomas Henson of Bike Lawyer NC and Jason Biggs of FS Series recently teamed up to create an informative video on how cyclists can be safe in both their training and racing. You can watch the video below: Training and Racing Safety Tips for Cyclists In both training and…

Controversy Surrounding Trek’s WaveCel Helmet

A controversy is brewing regarding Trek and their new WaveCel helmet technology—as opinions differ on how to best determine if the construction is as effective as the manufacturer claims it to be. A detailed article on the device and the technology behind it is available here. The Claims Trek recently…

State Bill Would Require Bicycle Registration

A bill recently filed in the North Carolina House of Representatives would require cyclists to register bicycles for use on public roads. A news article outlining the reasoning behind, and opposition to, this pending legislation is available here. About the Bill The bill—introduced by State Representative Jeffrey Elmore of Wilkes…