Category: Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycles provide recreation, adventure, and even sensible transportation. For many, these benefits are worth the risks of riding. Although motorcycles are different from other vehicles on the road, all drivers owe them the same level of respect, courtesy, and most of all, a duty of care. Even still, motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to […]

After you or a loved one sustained injuries in a motorcycle accident, there is a good chance you are also dealing with significant stress and upheaval. Motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to die in an accident than those in a passenger vehicle. In addition, they also stand a much greater chance of suffering serious […]

Many people have a misperception that motorcycle accidents are single-vehicle accidents and the fault of a biker who did something wrong. That is not the case. In fact, only one-quarter of all motorcycle accidents involve only the biker. The rest involve cars, and very often, it is the automobile driver who is at fault for […]

Over 5,000 motorcyclists are killed each year in accidents. Statistics show that bikers are much less likely to survive accidents, with a fatality rate 27 times that of motorists. During the last 20 years, the number of motorcyclists killed in accidents has risen by nearly 50 percent. Even when motorcyclists survive, the accident can leave […]

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 […]

Motorcycle accidents are very different from accidents involving most other vehicles for what main reason: In a car or truck accident, the motorist has protection from their outside environment. In a motorcycle accident, riders have no protection except for any protective gear they are wearing. For this reason, collisions and other accidents can launch motorcyclists […]

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 […]

While roughly 20 percent of passenger vehicle accidents cause injuries or fatalities, a shocking 80 percent of motorcycle crashes result in injuries or fatalities. Whether your accident resulted in injuries or not, there are several crucial things you need to check after a motorcycle accident. Making these checks can help decrease your accident-related expenses and […]