Be Seen: Learn About Our Bike Safety Program

“Be Seen” Action Law Offices Safety Program

For nearly ten years, the Action Law Offices BE SEEN mascot named “Safety Bear,” has been involved community events and parades across Southeastern Wisconsin. Safety bear helps us connect with children to teach really important safety skills through games, color-books, demonstrations, and one-on-one interaction. Visit Safety Bear and join in on the educational activities this summer!

Safety Bear Will Be At These Local Events

  • Washington County Fair, Saturday July 27, 2019
  • Tosa’s Night Out @ Milwaukee County Zoo, Wednesday July 31st, 2019
  • Racine’s Party on the Pavement, Saturday September 21st, 2019

Safety Bear always asks bicyclists to wear bright clothing, so Action Law Offices distributes thousands of brightly-colored t-shirts to Wisconsin bikers each year!

Goal Is To Prevent Bike Accidents

At Action Law Offices, we are all too familiar with the tragedy of a bike accident. We have seen the devastation bike accidents can cause, both emotionally and financially.  As a result, we are committed to make a difference.  If we can prevent just one bike accident, then we may save a life.  That is a great feeling!
Safety Tips For Bicycling

During Wisconsin summers, bike riding can be an affordable alternative to driving a car. It’s enjoyable, great exercise and a fun recreational activity that the whole family can enjoy. It is important to remember, however, that bicycles are not toys; they are vehicles that share the road with other motorists. Do not depend on the other motorists to watch for you on busy streets.  It’s mostly up to you to BE SEEN and to stay safe! This is an especially important reminder to provide children of all ages before they get out on their bikes.

Safety Tips For Safe Bicycle Rides

  • Wear a properly fitted bicycle helmet.Statistics from the Children’s Safety Network show that head injuries contributed to more than half of all deaths in bicycle crashes. Wearing a helmet can significantly improve your chances of surviving a serious accident.
  • Adjust your bicycle to fit and check your equipment. A properly adjusted bicycle can help stabilize you while bike riding, and may help avoid tipping over if you do run into hazards. Additionally, inflating your tires and making sure your breaks work properly are simple, but necessary precautions.
  • Follow the rules of the road. Bicyclist behavior such as riding into the street without looking, riding through stop signs, and riding the wrong way in traffic can increase the chances of an accident. Follow the rules of the road to help ensure your safety.
  • Wear bright colors. Whether riding during the day or at night, wearing bright and florescent colors can help improve your chances of being seen. Reflective tape and flashing lights also make you more visible to motorist traffic.
  • Watch for road hazards. Road hazards can include anything from pot holes, to parked cars, to dogs. Make sure you aware of your surroundings. If others are riding behind you, yell out to make them aware of the hazard as well.
  • Avoid riding at night. Riding at night makes it harder for other motorists to see you. However, if you must ride in the evening or at night, make sure to wear reflective clothing. Adding reflectors or lights to your bicycle can also help make you more visible to oncoming traffic.

These tips are meant to help you avoid spinal cord damage, head trauma and other serious injuries that can result from a bicycle accident. If you have already been injured and are in need of a bike accident lawyer in the Milwaukee area, contact us. Action Law Offices is driven to hold responsible parties accountable for their negligence.

DISCLAIMER: Blogs and articles cover very basic accident and injury topics for education and awareness such as statistics, Wisconsin Laws, injury areas, compensation and injury victim rights. Information not intended for legal advice; consult with an attorney directly.

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