Breakstone, White & Gluck Donates 120 Bicycle Helmets to Dedham Police and Dedham Bike Rodeo

Breakstone, White & Gluck, a Boston law firm, was pleased to donate 120 children's bicycle helmets to the Dedham Police Department and the Dedham Bike Rodeo this year. The Dedham Bike Rodeo, which is organized by the Dedham Police and Dedham Parks & Recreation Department, was held on July 27th at the Endicott Estate. Breakstone, White & Gluck participated for the fourth year, with Attorney Reza Breakstone on hand to fit children for new helmets and answer questions about bicycle safety.

Breakstone, White & Gluck made this donation as part of of its Project KidSafe campaign, which has donated over 10,000 bicycle helmets to children in eastern Massachusetts since 2013. Dedham was one of the first communities to partner with Breakstone, White & Gluck to protect children.

Through its donations, Breakstone, White & Gluck wants to keep children safe and prevent traumatic brain injuries from bicycle accidents and falls. Consumer Reports recently reported on a study which showed cycling was the number #1 cause of sports-related head injuries treated in emergency rooms from 2007-2011, even exceeding football.

While wearing a helmet is the law for cyclists 16 years old and younger, cyclists of all ages can help protect themselves by wearing a helmet which properly fits and meets safety standards.

By wearing a helmet, cyclists reduce their chance for head injury by 50 percent, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Other studies have shown it provides even more protection so it is important to wear one every time you ride a bicycle.

Learn How to Fit a Bicycle Helmet
Visit the bike safety page on the Breakstone, White & Gluck website to learn how to properly fit a helmet. If you have questions, visit a local bicycle store, ask a friend or member of your town's bicycle and pedestrian safety committee or seek out a local bicycle club or organization. Find a list of clubs and organizations on this website.