More Than Miles: Piscitello Law Supports Community Bike Works’ 10th Annual Mileage Challenge

Piscitello Law Supports Community Bike Works Mileage Challenge

November 04, 2026 |

By Piscitello Law

Piscitello Law Celebrates Community Bike Works & their 10th year of the CBW Mileage Challenge!

At Piscitello Law, supporting the cycling community means more than advocating for cyclists after a crash. It also means investing in organizations that use bicycles to create stronger, healthier communities.

That’s why we are proud to shine a light on Community Bike Works, a Lehigh Valley nonprofit serving young people in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton. This year marked an exciting milestone for the organization: the completion of its 10th Annual Mileage Challenge, its largest annual fundraiser.

What Is Community Bike Works?

Community Bike Works is a nonprofit organization with a mission to teach life lessons through bicycles to young people throughout the Lehigh Valley who can benefit most. Its programs combine cycling, bicycle mechanics, mentoring, leadership development, healthy living, and educational opportunities. CBW started back in 1994 and has been going strong for 32 years.

Through programs such as Earn a Bike and Junior Earn a Bike, students work alongside adult and peer mentors while developing practical skills and building meaningful relationships. Community Bike Works has grown into a regional organization engaging approximately 600 young people each year through cycling, mentoring, and leadership programs.

What Is the Community Bike Works Mileage Challenge?

The Community Bike Works Mileage Challenge brings individuals, businesses, friends, and neighbors together to get active while raising money for local youth.

The 2026 event celebrated its 10th anniversary and ran from September 23 through October 13. Teams of up to 10 participants logged miles by biking, walking, running, or spinning while competing to raise funds and accumulate miles. This year's fundraising goal was $150,000 which they met after clocking in 22,488 total miles by 36 teams and 14 sponsors.

Funds raised in this event directly support CBWs' youth programs, including its flagship Earn a Bike program and other bicycle mentoring initiatives. For perspective, $1,200 can cover the cost of two students participating in Earn a Bike.

These programs give young people opportunities to learn bicycle mechanics, practice healthy living, develop life and STEM skills, build relationships with mentors, and become leaders within their communities.

Why Piscitello Law Supports Community Bike Works

Staying connected to the Lehigh Valley region is important to Attorney Joe Piscitello as his family ancestors settled in the Easton, Pennsylvania after leaving Sicily, Italy. Joe started his own cycling career while growing up in Easton and knows first-hand how powerful a bicycle can be for a young student athlete.

The firm first partnered with CBW to support the 2024 National Youth Bike Summit, helping fund youth scholarships and educational opportunities focused on bicycle safety, advocacy, and leadership. Piscitello Law’s relationship with Community Bike Works reflects a deep commitment to support cycling youth development, bicycle safety, and stronger communities throughout Pennsylvania.

Congrats to Community Bike Works on your impactful work of bringing Lehigh Valley together to mentor the next generation of cyclists and community leaders.

Learn more about Community Bike Works and the Mileage Challenge and Piscitello Law’s cycling advocacy and community collaborations.

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FAQ

I was just in a bike crash. What’s the most important thing to do?
- Get out of the road: get yourself and your bike out of the roadway to a safe spot.
- Call Police: ask the police officer to include your version of the crash in the report. Be sure to report any injury or pain you are experiencing, no matter how small.
- Take photos at Crash Scene: if you are able, take photos of the car that hit you, including license plates, the intersection where the crash occurred and photos of the car itself.
- Get Driver & Witness Info: collect contact info from any witnesses and/or people who help you at the scene. Take photos of the driver’s license, registration, insurance, and contact info.
- Get Immediate Medical Attention: if you don’t go to the hospital from the scene, be sure to go to your primary care doctor or clinic (as soon as possible) to document your injuries, even if they appear minor. Have someone take photos of your injuries.
- Preserve Evidence: Don’t attempt to fix anything or have your bike repaired. Don’t send your bike, helmet, or any other equipment to anyone other than your attorney. Take photos of your equipment, bike, and clothing. Don’t wash or repair your clothing.
- Call Bike Crash Attorney: don’t communicate with any insurance company before consulting with an attorney. Anything you say to the company can be used against you later.
- Meet Attorney at Crash Scene: as soon as you are able, make plans to meet your attorney at the crash scene to review details. Alternatively, your attorney can investigate, take photos, videos, and review information with you.
- Do not speak with Insurance companies: Final reminder to not speak with any insurance companies, or the driver after the crash. Be sure to inform them that any inquiries should be directed to your bike crash attorney.
Do e-bike riders have the same rights as standard bicycle riders?

Yes, depending on the bike. E-bikes that do not exceed 20 mph unassisted, are 100 pounds in weight or less, and do not contain a motor rated above 750 watts are categorized as a pedal-cycle and are treated the same as a result.
What if I don’t have a car? Should I buy bicycle insurance?

If you do not own a car or live with someone with a car, we strongly encourage you to research bicycle insurance companies. Below is a list of some insurance companies that you may research, but we are not endorsing any one company listed below.
What is Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage and Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage and why would I need that?

This type of coverage, known as UM/UIM, will provide you with protection you need if the person who hits you leaves the scene or has insufficient coverage. For example, many people carry the minimal level of auto insurance allowed by their state’s law. In Pennsylvania, that minimal level of coverage is $15,000.
If you are injured by a hit and run driver, and your case is worth $100,000, your attorney can make an uninsured claim under your own policy (which is a UM claim). If you are hit by someone with a $15,000 policy limit and your case is worth $100,000, your attorney can secure the additional $85,000 by making a claim under your own policy (which is a UIM claim).
The most important insurance coverage for a cyclist is to secure UM/UIM insurance. The coverage will cost additional money to your annual auto policy but is well worth the investment.
I crashed when a car buzzed me, but I wasn’t directly hit. Do I still have a case?

Yes. Direct contact is not necessary to file a claim or a lawsuit.
The insurance company is being very cooperative. Should I try to handle the case on my own?

No. You should not attempt to handle the case on your own. The insurance company is being cooperative and nice to you because they are fearful that you will hire an experienced attorney and learn the true value of your case. Remember, the insurance company has a primary obligation to its shareholders and the company’s bottom line. When you hire an attorney to handle your case, the attorney will work towards your best interest. Regardless of how friendly the insurance company appears, make sure you have retained a strong, experienced legal advocate on your side.
The police report claims the crash is my fault. Does that invalidate my case?

No. Police officer opinions do not prove fault. Although in many circumstances police cite the wrong individual because they don’t understand the law.
A car hit me or left the scene of the crash. Do I have a case?

Yes. If you, or a family member that you live with has auto insurance, it will likely cover these types of cases. Also, if you or a family member do not own a car, there is a state run program that will provide benefits for unidentified vehicle crashes. That plan is called the Assigned Claims Plan.