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Targeting Food Delivery Couriers Will Not Keep Pedestrians Safe
We must focus our efforts on the root causes of sidewalk cycling, poor infrastructure and corporate profit driving dangerous cycling habits
Dave Shellnutt
May 8, 20233 min read
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UBER vs Cyclists: Inadequate training puts Cyclists at Risk - An Update
Ride Share drivers are now required to undergo training, but will it be enough to save cyclists from injury?
Dave Shellnutt
Mar 30, 20234 min read
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The Biking Lawyer Hamilton
We are excited to announce the official launch of our Biking Lawyer LLP Hamilton office!
Dave Shellnutt
Feb 28, 20232 min read
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Onward We Ride: Reflections & Call to Action in 2023
Cycling in Ontario is growing in leaps and bounds. Join us as we advocate for safe streets and cyclist rights!
The Biking Lawyer Team
Dec 31, 20223 min read
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Kitchener Waterloo Cyclists & Vulnerable Road Users in Peril
Our letter to KW Region municipal leaders & police after a horrifying month for vulnerable road users.
Dave Shellnutt
Dec 17, 20223 min read
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Why Ottawa is one of the Best Cycling Cities
Perhaps the thing that I love most about cycling is that it has taken me to so many incredible places, all with their own unique routes...
Joel Zanatta
Oct 28, 20222 min read
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#ACTIVISMTO
#ActivismTO is a community response to the multiple failures of Toronto’s leaders.
Dave Shellnutt
Sep 28, 20223 min read
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Letter to TPS & Mayor Tory re: Safe Cycling & the Idaho Stop
Withdraw all tickets issued against cyclists in High Park and on Shaw St. in August 2022 & make the Idaho Stop legal.
Dave Shellnutt
Sep 12, 20222 min read
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10 Tips for the Cycling Student
Our top 10 tips for young cyclists who ride their bikes to school will equip young riders with the knowledge to keep them safe.
Joel Zanatta
Aug 30, 20223 min read
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All Cyclists Rally - Community Statement
On Aug. 11, 2022, people from across Toronto will ride together from High Park. We ride for safe streets and against injuries and injustice.
Dave Shellnutt
Aug 11, 20223 min read
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Toronto Cyclist Assaulted
Dave Shellnutt 800.725.0754 dave@thebikinglawyer.ca www.thebikinglawyer.ca August 2, 2022 Mayor John Tory City of Toronto 100 Queen St....
Dave Shellnutt
Aug 2, 20221 min read
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Why You Should Take a Learn to Race Clinic
Do you find yourself struggling to follow a fitness routine? Does cardiovascular training seem tedious and boring? Is your exercise...
Joel Zanatta
Jul 23, 20223 min read
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The Impact of Recycled Bikes – Where to Donate Your Bike
The importance of recycled bikes cannot be understated, read our blog post to learn about why, as well as who is doing this important work.
Joel Zanatta
Jun 16, 20223 min read
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#ActiveTO Response to Blue Jays' Mark Shapiro
Our response to the Blue Jays' CEO Mark Shapiro's letter calling for an end to #ActiveTO
Dave Shellnutt
Jun 13, 20223 min read
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Bike Commuting - Safety Tips
This week in our bike commuting series we give you our top ten tips to reduce the risk of accident or injury while riding to work.
Joel Zanatta
May 10, 20225 min read
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ICBC reverses policy on charging cyclists & pedestrians damages for some collisions
ICBC changes approach to injured cyclists thanks to our client's brave struggle to shed light on inequity!
Joel Zanatta
May 5, 20221 min read
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Bike Crash Reports & Mapping
We partnered with BikeMaps.org to help cyclists gather critical post-crash info & rich data for safety planning down the road!
Dave Shellnutt
May 3, 20223 min read
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Bike Commuting to Work - Equipment and Beginner Tips
There are so many reasons to use your bike to get to and from work. No gasoline, no parking issues, no pollution and no more need to spend
Joel Zanatta
Apr 12, 20224 min read
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Spring Cycling Legal Guide
Spring is here! As cycling law specialists we want to provide a legal rights refresher for cyclists.
Dave Shellnutt
Mar 31, 20224 min read
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Cyclist Pothole Claims
In the event you are injured by a pothole, whether you think the a municipality could be liable or not please take the following steps:
Dave Shellnutt
Mar 9, 20223 min read
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