The law office of Hagen Rosskopf will host a community gathering to honor the life and legacy of Kenneth A. Rosskopf, bringing together cyclists and legal professionals to commemorate his decades of advocacy for bicycle safety and representation of injured riders. The event will feature a moment of remembrance followed by the unveiling of a ghost bike and commemorative plaque at the firm's Decatur location at 119 N McDonough St, Decatur, Georgia 30030.
Bruce Hagen, lawyer and founder of Hagen Rosskopf, emphasized the continuing commitment to Rosskopf's mission. "This event is to honor the life of Ken Rosskopf and the impact that he had on the bicycle community near and far. Ken was always a strong voice for Atlanta cyclists, and we at Hagen Rosskopf intend to continue our legacy of zealous representation of injured cyclists as well as our advocacy efforts to help make Georgia a safer place for cyclists to enjoy riding bikes," Hagen stated.
The memorial event underscores the importance of legal advocacy for vulnerable road users and highlights the ongoing need for bicycle safety improvements across Georgia. Rosskopf's work through Hagen Rosskopf / Bike Law GA has positioned the firm as the state's most recognized legal advocate for cyclists, having represented thousands of cyclists in Atlanta and throughout Georgia since Bruce Hagen began practicing in 1992.
Participants will have the opportunity to join one of two organized bike ride routes, with bike marshals and repair support available on site. The event structure reflects Rosskopf's dual commitment to both the practical enjoyment of cycling and the legal protection of cyclists' rights. The ghost bike installation serves as a permanent reminder of the risks cyclists face and the importance of continued safety advocacy.
The firm's affiliation with Bike Law USA, a national network of lawyers dedicated to helping cyclists, began in 2015 when Hagen and Rosskopf joined the organization. This national connection amplified their impact beyond Georgia's borders while maintaining focus on local cycling safety issues. The memorial event represents not just a tribute to one individual's legacy but a reinforcement of the ongoing movement to protect cyclists' rights and improve road safety standards.
For Georgia's cycling community, the event serves as both a remembrance and a call to continue the advocacy work that defined Rosskopf's career. The combination of legal representation and community engagement established by Hagen Rosskopf has created a model for how legal professionals can contribute to public safety beyond the courtroom, influencing both policy and public awareness around cycling safety issues that affect thousands of Georgia residents who rely on bicycles for transportation and recreation.
