Motorcycle Accidents

Many people enjoy the freedom of motorcycle riding and most are responsible riders, observing speed limits and following the rules of the road.

Motorcycles hard to see?

Many vehicle drivers claim they do not easily see the bike riders. Our roads have become more full of 18-wheelers in recent years, as well as the larger-sized and very popular SUVs, so there may be some truth to the claim that bike riders are hard to see.

However, it’s every driver’s responsibility to do such things as:

• Enter intersections with caution

• Allow oncoming traffic to proceed before making a turn

• Be aware of the blind spot

• Check rear view mirrors frequently

• Refrain from drinking and driving

Severe injuries

While a motorcycle helmet gives protection to the head, and leather clothing gives a certain amount of protection to the body, a motorcyclist is still vulnerable on the road.

Being thrown from your bike can cause severe harm:

• Brain injury

• Spine injury

• Neck injury

• Burn injury
  
  

These are among the most drastic and painful injuries, and the most expensive and time-consuming to treat. They can have permanent results such as paralysis, loss of memory, and large scars. They’re often fatal.

A motorcycle rider is also more vulnerable than someone inside a vehicle to direct impact from another vehicle and again, this can cause drastic injury.

When severe injuries are involved, much expert medical testimony is needed, which takes a relatively long time to process.

The sooner you consult a motorcycle accident attorney, the sooner this long discovery process can begin. If you’ve been injured yourself, or if you’ve lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, contact us immediately. We can evaluate the case, investigate the circumstances of the accident, and help you deal with the insurance company.