Originally Posted by
mconlonx
It's something the pro-helmeteers have touted at various points -- not wearing a helmet is perceived as negligent conduct. Will hopefully not figure into an actual court case, but certainly is effective on the lawyer's part in the court of public opinion.
Also makes me wonder how much of the public, and among just cyclists, views helmetless riding as irresponsible.
People wearing glasses have been "touted" as being intellectuals, and women (especially with blond hair) have been "touted" as dim witted bimbos.
What other "public opinion" views can you "tout" as relevant to this case?