Seattle Bike Attorney

Navigating the urban jungle can be daunting, especially for new cyclists!

Don't worry, I'm Stacie, your friendly neighborhood bike attorney (and yes, fellow cyclist!), and I'm here to help you thrive on two wheels!

My best advice:

🚴 Use our great bike lanes: They’re your dedicated space on the road, but know the flow. Don't “salmon” the wrong way in a marked bike lane - ever! ‍

✋ Signal like a pro: Hand signals aren't just for fun, they're your survival tools so drivers around you know what you’re doing and where you’re going.

🛑 Respect the stop signs: Cyclists can roll through stop signs in Washington if the intersection is clear, but if you get hit after a rolling stop, it will be considered your fault. So keep rolling, but make sure to scan first.

🪖 Gear up! Helmet, lights, reflective gear. While wearing reflective gear and a helmet is not required by law, it doesn’t do you any good to be dead right.

🛡️ Ride defensively: Assume drivers don't see you (because sometimes they really don't), but also don’t be afraid to commit to your moves, too.

🚲 And of course…know your rights: Familiarize yourself with local cycling laws and follow !

Share this post with your fellow newbie cyclists and let's make Seattle safer for everyone!

Long time no see! 👋

Remember me, Stacie? I took a break, but I'm back on social media. Before I get into posting again, I'd like to share a piece of my story, reminding you why I became the Seattle Bike Attorney you see today.

In 2008, my life as a cyclist changed forever. A hit-and-run driver rear-ended me on a busy arterial and left me for dead in the street. The crash left me traumatized, both physically and emotionally.

That's why I fight so hard for my clients. I've been there. I understand the pain, fear, anger, and the fight for justice that injured cyclists face.

From struggling to get dressed in the morning to feeling waves of fear when I try to get back in the saddle, I know the challenges. Now I fight for injured cyclists who push through the same challenges I experienced after I got hit by a negligent driver. If you or a loved one has been hit while riding, know that the case is not just about your physical injuries. It’s also about how your injuries have impacted your mental health because emotional injuries are just as real as physical injuries! ⚖️

So reach out. Let's talk. You don’t have to go through this alone.

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