Louisiana’s infrastructure, particularly its bridges, has been a growing concern recently. According to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) 2023 report, Louisiana had 1,545 bridges classified as structurally deficient, representing about 12% of the state’s 12,717 bridges. This places Louisiana among the top states with the highest percentage of structurally deficient bridges in …
There’s nothing like a fun bike ride on a sunny day when the breeze is just right and the air is clear. Cycling is an exciting, healthy activity that the entire family can enjoy; unfortunately, it is not risk free, and cyclists usually end up on the losing side when they get into accidents. Bike …
Have you noticed rows of bikes in bright colors popping up in a neighborhood near you? We’re happy to see Blue Bikes in New Orleans, La., and bright green Zyp bikes in Birmingham, Al., among many other bike sharing services in the communities we serve. What a fun way to get to school and work …
A great form of exercise, the ability to cover long distances in a short amount of time – is there a better way for a child to commute than on a bicycle? Despite these benefits, riding a bike comes with inherent dangers, and it is important that parents teach their kids how to avoid accidents …
Lane departure warnings, blind spot detection, backup cameras, and other technologies are helping drivers avoid accidents with bicyclists. Unfortunately, all it takes is one negligent motorist to cause a tragedy. In 2014, more than 700 cyclists in the United States died in crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In addition to the …
Bicycle accidents are devastating for everyone involved. They can affect entire families by costing thousands in health-care bills, or taking the life of a loved one. All drivers and bicyclists are responsible for behaving in ways that do not endanger other road users. There are several steps that motorists can take to reduce the likelihood …
