Protection for bicyclists

Spurred by the experiences of two new bicycle enthusiasts, the Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday approved a historic measure that would allow cyclists to sue motorists who harass them. Daily News.

The "Prohibition Against Harassment of Bicyclists" bans physical assaults and threats on cyclists and deliberate attempts to distract them.

The law also allows cyclists to file civil lawsuits and recover attorney fees in favorable cases. It gives harassed riders the ability to recover triple their injury claims or $1,000, whichever is greater.
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