 
Thursday, 01 October 2009 21:22
Page 1 of 2 Fall is here and we have all been doing a lot of cycling. We hope that you have been following the rules of the road and wearing the appropriate safety gear, including a helmet. Even though Michigan law does not require adults to wear a helmet, we still advocate wearing a helmet when cycling. Recently, we did some research and came across some very interesting statistics that relate to cyclists, helmet usage, and other bicycle related safety issues. We thought it would be fun to create a short quiz incorporating some of those statistics. 2. The first bicycle helmet law in the United States was passed in 3. According to a study published by Bicycle Helmet Safety 4. According to hospital reports, head injuries occur most 5. Motor vehicles are involved in what percentage of bicycle 6. In 2005, it was reported that there were 784 bicyclist deaths. (a) 25,000 (b) 45,000 (c) 65,000 8. What percentage of adult bicyclists regularly wears a helmet? (a) 38% (b) 48% (c) 54% 9. What is the average amount expected to be spent to purchase a new bicycle? (a) $156.00 (b) $224.00 (c) $384.00 10. In what year did the Consumer Product Safety Commission first set standards for reflectors, wheels, tires and frames? (a) 1976 (b) 1987 (c) 1991 11. The Michigan No Fault Law provides that a bicyclist can recover for any amount of pain and suffering when struck by a motor vehicle? (b) True (b) False
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In addition to helping athletes injured in bicycle and sports-related accidents in all states, they concentrate in the areas of civil litigation, including personal injury, real estate and corporate law. Todd and Sarah are competitive cyclists and triathletes. Each has competed in many Midwest and national running, biking and triathlon competitions, including a sub-10 hour Hawaii Ironman. Contact Sarah and Todd at: Have a bicycle-related legal topic to suggest for an upcoming articles?
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