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Recent Legal Articles
Here are some recently published articles by lawyers at Phillips Law Firm, Inc. These articles were current at the time they were written, but as the law changes continually, you should consult an attorney regarding your specific facts for a complete legal analysis and opinion of your individual situation. More articles are available by visiting our legal blog.
CYCLISTS GO TO COURT IN NEW YORK CITY by Steven M. Magas
From The NEW YORK TIMES May 13, 2009 Group Bicycling Goes to Court By J. David Goodman Ashley Gilbertson for the New York Times Alaina Feltenberger was among the...
filed under Accident Reconstruction, Bicycle Law, Crash Statistics, Insurance, Motorcycle Law
TASERed Cyclist The Bicycle Magazine blog by Steven M. Magas
Bob Mionske's article can be found on the Bicycling magazine page Bob writes called "Road Rights." You can read it, and add your comments here. Hopefully, TASERing cyclists for the crime of "Riding A Bicycle On The Roadway will END here!...
TASERED Cyclists! Their Crime? "Riding A Bicycle on the Roadway" by Steven M. Magas
Road Rights Online Anthony Patrick Story By BOB MIONSKE [You can view this story on Bicycling magazine's online page and blog here ] A few months ago, I received a phone call...
BUY A MOTORCYCLE - GET A TAX BREAK by Steven M. Magas
The gigantic super humongous stimulus package recently signed into law has at least one provision that should excite motorcyclists everywhere. If you buy a motorcycle in 2009, and pay $49,500.00 or less, you will be able to deduct the sales tax and excise tax on...
BIKE LAW 101 - Motorcycle Safety Strategies for 2009 by Steven M. Magas
Motorcycle Safety Strategies For a New Year By Steven M. Magas, Ohios Bike Lawyer[1] Perception/Reaction Time is a common phrase used by Accident Reconstruction Experts. From years of study and research we know that when...
BIKE LAW 101 - THE FIRST VEHICLE CRASH WITH LESSONS FOR TODAY by Steven M. Magas
The First Crash & The First Laws: A History Lesson With A Moral Today By Steven M. Magas[1] In 2007 Velo Press released Bicycling and the Law: Your Rights as a...
BIKE LAW 101 - DOGS, BIKES AND THE LAW by Steven M. Magas
BIKE LAW 101 DOGS: WITH FRIENDS LIKE THESE By Steven M. Magas, The Bike Lawyer[1] Dogs are said to be mans best friend,...
filed under Accident Reconstruction, Bicycle Law, Crash Statistics, Motorcycle Law
BIKE LAW 101 -- WHAT TO DO AT THE SCENE IF YOURE IN A CRASH - by Steven M. Magas
By Steven M. Magas[1], Bikelawyer@aol.com - 513-484-BIKE This year, I've written about goofy court decisions, odd crashes, the odd concept of "conspicuity" and motorcycle accident reconstruction. But, what should you do if you are actually involved in a crash? What kinds...
BIKE LAW 101 - HIPPA & DISCRIMINATION!! by Steven M. Magas
By Steven M. Magas[1], Bikelawyer@aol.com - 513-484-BIKE Several recent topics have popped onto my radar recently. This month we'll take a look at a little of THIS and a little of THAT - some serious, some "Entertainment Tonite" stuff and. gasp....
filed under Bicycle Law, Insurance, Motorcycle Law
BIKE LAW 101 PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS!! HOW DO "MAIDS" KEEP YOU SAFER? by Steven M. Magas
By Steven M. Magas [BMWMOA Member #121590][1], Bikelawyer@aol.com - 513-484-BIKE I've never ridden in Europe. it's something I'd love to do someday. Motorcycling in Europe seems to be treated differently than here in the U.S. Gas prices overseas have been much...