Bicycle Injury Prevention TWO-WHEELED SAFETY
Bikes are growing ever more popular in Chicagoland. When you commute by bike, you save gas money, benefit from exercise, and reduce your impact on the environment. Illinois is also consistently investing in new bike lanes and paths. As the number of bikers increases, so too do the number of injuries from cycling accidents. If you are biking to work, there are a number of precautions you should take to avoid serious injury. The most beneficial way to prevent serious injury is also the most obvious: Wear a properly-fitting bike helmet. Injury rates are extremely high when bikers collide with cars (a bike doesn’t offer much protection against a several-thousand-pound vehicle), but a helmet will greatly reduce the risk of brain trauma. No matter your age or skill level, a little extra protection can be the difference between a minor injury and a catastrophic one. Other protective equipment includes active lighting and fluorescent clothing. These increase your visibility to those you share the road with and are crucial for nighttime riding. Another important practice is defensive riding, just like defensive driving reduces the risk of auto accidents. Be mindful of traffic and pedestrian patterns, and never ride absentmindedly. When
you anticipate dangerous situations, you’ll be able to react faster. Follow intersection laws and signal when you’re turning.
Some accidents, though, cannot be prevented, no matter how cautious you are. If you are injured in a bike accident, be sure to record all the details. Insurance companies are sometimes all too eager to place the blame with a bicyclist for their injuries. The more evidence you have, the better chance you stand to gain a favorable outcome.
Shannon Law Group has years of experience handling bicycle injury cases. If you are injured through no fault of your own, you shouldn’t end up footing the bill. We will stand up for you and get you what you deserve.
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Sensational Summer Salad
It’s officially the season of salads, and fruit salads are summer’s specialty! Enjoy this tasty dish as a side or main course. For some added protein, toss in a handful of slivered almonds or chopped pecans.
Directions 1. In a medium serving bowl, combine the Ingredients • 1 pound strawberries, thinly sliced • 3 medium peaches, thinly sliced • 1 cup blueberries • 1 heaping tablespoon fresh basil or mint, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice • 1 tablespoon maple syrup • 2 teaspoons
balsamic vinegar
3. Gently toss to combine. 4. Serve immediately, or chill for later.
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strawberries, peaches, blueberries, and basil.
2. Drizzle lemon juice, maple syrup, and
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balsamic vinegar on top.
Recipe inspired by CookieAndKate.com.
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