Sometimes, motorcycle accidents cost innocent riders more than their insurance deductibles. From equipment damage to job loss, sudden motorcycle crashes often result in unexpected financial strain. The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries, ten times more likely to suffer severe injuries, and […]

While motorcycle riding is an enjoyable pastime, a more environmentally friendly way to travel, and a passion for many, it isn’t without its dangers. Unfortunately, thousands of bike riders and their passengers are injured or even killed each year as a result of a motorcycle accident. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), in 2017 […]

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that motorcycles are more likely to be involved in crashes than cars. As many as two-thirds of these accidents happen due to negligent drivers. They might drive while distracted by a cell phone or audio system; they might fail to yield the right of way to […]

More than 8.5 million motorcycles cruise the roads in the United States today. The freedom and thrill of the open and scenic road draw in many motorists. Motorcycle riding is not only fun but also practical. Sadly, some rides end in tragedy. According to information provided by the Insurance Information Institute, motorcyclists are five times […]

Motorcycles embrace the spirit of American freedoms. Many riders enjoy the feeling of the open road and the nimbleness that motorcycles provide. Riding is also practical and can decrease the amount of fuel needed to travel. However, motorcycles are also the most dangerous type of motor vehicle transportation. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety […]

Motorcycles offer an economical and environmentally friendly way to travel, but not everyone shares a passion for the open road. Car and truck operators often refuse to treat motorcyclists as equals. Speeding, following too closely behind, and failing to yield often result in life-changing motorcycle accidents. The following includes ten of the most common traffic […]

ATLANTA, GA – According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, a 33-year-old man died when his motorcycle struck a tree on Sunday night. Police said the crash occurred on Decatur Street, near Jesse Hill Jr. Drive, around 11 p.m. Authorities believe Julius Black, 33, lost control of his motorcycle, causing him to veer off the road and […]

ATLANTA, GA – Two motorcyclists were struck by a car and killed while on SH 101 south of Yorkville Saturday night, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. Patrick McCloud, 32, and Danielle Carteaux, 31, were riding their Harley-Davidson in Paulding County when they were hit by a vehicle driven by Allynda Jackson. Police believe Jackson was driving […]

JONESVILLE, GA – Authorities believe a crash that killed a 36-year-old woman in West Georgia was caused by a distracted driver. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Brittany Keeton, 32, hit a stopped motorcycle that was waiting to turn on Ga. 166 at about 6:40 p.m. Saturday night. The force of the collision caused Heather Turner and […]

Road rash is an extremely common injury. This is especially true in summer when outdoor activities often are conducted in shorts and T-shirts instead of bundled up against the cold. Road rash—also referred to as road burn, raspberries, or strawberries—is a friction burn that happens when you forcefully rub your skin against a rough surface, […]