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The Biking Lawyer LLP 2023
As we look ahead to 2024, we are incredibly proud of all the work done in 2023. From helping individual injured cyclists to community safety

Dave Shellnutt
Dec 31, 20233 min read


Mercedes Benz Blocks Bike Lane
Our letter to Mercedes Benz about their use of a bike lane as a luxury automobile loading dock and the dangers that poses to cyclists.

Dave Shellnutt
Nov 23, 20232 min read


The Power of Community
Since June 2020, 524 volunteer cyclists delivered 10,963 boxes of produce over 45,600kms to our neighbours in need.

Dave Shellnutt
Oct 25, 20233 min read


Get Ready for Fall Cycling
Our team at The Biking Lawyer LLP are committed to year round cycling. No matter what the weather has in store for us, we adapt. That...

Joel Zanatta
Oct 10, 20234 min read


Bike Crashes & Concussions: A Discussion with Dr. Charles Tator
All too often concussions are misdiagnosed or ignored following a crash. Find out what steps you should if you hit your head in a crash.

Joel Zanatta
Sep 13, 20234 min read


Pedestrian Signals & Cyclists
What is the law around pedestrian head start signals and cyclists? Read more on if you can bike out ahead of motorists.

Dave Shellnutt
Jul 17, 20234 min read


Construction Hazards & Cycling: Adelaide St. West, Toronto
Road construction is a major hazard for cyclists. Read our blog to learn how to report negligent construction and road works.

Dave Shellnutt
Jun 29, 20234 min read


Cycling & Police Guide
For the safety of our community, we are putting a warning out to cyclists and offering a guide to help navigate interactions with police.

Dave Shellnutt
May 10, 20234 min read


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


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


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


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


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


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


#ACTIVISMTO
#ActivismTO is a community response to the multiple failures of Toronto’s leaders.

Dave Shellnutt
Sep 28, 20223 min read


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


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, 20224 min read


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 10, 20223 min read


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


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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