Bronx residents want more bike lanes

The residents of Bronx, New York, were polled to determine where their priorities lie in regards to the usage of the streets throughout the city. The majority of voters desired more dedicated bus lanes and protected bike lanes throughout their neighborhoods, even at the cost of losing parking spaces. This may not come as a big surprise to those who know that only 32% of residents actually use a car to get around town.
A closer look at bike lanes
Bicycle accidents have been on the rise over recent years. While many sections of New York City have enjoyed the convenience of…

11 November

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Bike lanes may reduce bicycle accidents

Posted by Nonna Shikh

in Bike Accidents

Riding a bike provides many benefits to commuters who want alternatives to riding public transportation or driving a car in the Bronx or Queens. Bicycle commuters may save themselves some money while enjoying cardiovascular benefits. They could put themselves at risk for injuries or worse, as a bicyclist may suffer terribly in an accident with a vehicle or truck driver. Hopefully, local municipalities will add bike lanes around the state to improve safety….

08 November

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Bronx intersection is hazardous for pedestrians

Posted by Nonna Shikh

in Personal Injury

The intersection of Olmstead and Seward Avenues in the Bronx is known as being dangerous for pedestrians. This part of New York has long been notorious as an area where a disproportionate number of crashes have occurred, and 2022 is shaping up to be yet another bloody year in this area.
The number of deaths is quickly mounting
Pedestrian accidents in the Castle Hill area of the Bronx are nothing new. However, since January of 2020, the number of crashes recorded has been setting a whole slew of records. There have been at least 33 reported crashes at the intersection. It should…