Every day, bicycle riders encounter the challenges of commuting in traffic, over-enthusiastic dogs, road hazards, traffic codes, harassment, road rage, theft, and property damage. If you ride a bike, this is the book you've been waiting for. Bicycling & the Law is the first and only book of its kind: a legal reference for bicyclists of all types, written from the cyclist's point of view by a practicing attorney and former Olympic cyclist. Using case studies and real-world examples, Bob Mionske answers the three most common questions that arise when trouble occurs: What are my rights? What are my responsibilities? What steps do I take to solve the problem?
Bicycling & the Law contains expert advice on every legal issue you face as a cyclist, including: Traffic stops: How to handle your own traffic ticket, Harassment: What you can do about it, Accidents: What to do if you are in an accident, Insurance: How to cover the full value of your bike, Lemon laws and warranties: How to make your claim, Bike theft: What to do if your bike is stolen, Safety: How you can avoid common mistakes. Get straight answers about your rights from Bicycling & the Law, the first definitive legal guide for cyclists.
Overview
Every day, bicycle riders encounter the challenges of commuting in traffic, over-enthusiastic dogs, road hazards, traffic codes, harassment, road rage, theft, and property damage. If you ride a bike, this is the book ...