Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Injuries suffered by a motorcyclist are usually horrendous since there is nothing protecting the motorcyclist from injury during the collision. Insurance companies face the prospect of paying a lot of money to the severely injured motorcyclist. Insurance companies usually attempt to show the motorcycle operator was at fault because "he came out of nowhere", or "was speeding". It is absolutely crucial to quickly gather evidence such as pictures of the skid marks and damage to the vehicles involved so the timing and sequence of the events leading to the collision can be reconstructed by an accident re-constructionist.
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Helmets Work
Most activities have their own suitable protective gear and equipment. Motorcycling is no exception. Every rider and passenger should wear over-the-ankle footwear, long pants, a long-sleeved jacket, full-fingered motorcycle gloves, and a helmet manufactured to meet DOT (U.S.Department of Transportation) standards. Helmets work. Helmet effectiveness has been confirmed by responsible studies, while helmet myths [...]
Ten Things All Car & Truck Drivers Should Know About Motorcycles
Ten Things All Car & Truck Drivers Should Know About Motorcycles
1. There are a lot more cars and trucks than motorcycles on the road, and some drivers don’t “recognize” a motorcycle; they ignore it (usually unintentionally). Look for motorcycles, especially when checking traffic at an intersection.
2. Because of its small size, a motorcycle [...]
General Guidelines for Riding A Motorcycle Safely
General Guidelines For Riding A Motorcycle Safely
Be visible:
• Remember that motorists often have trouble seeing motorcycles and reacting in time.
• Make sure your headlight works and is on day and night.
• Use reflective strips or decals on your clothing and on your motorcycle.
• Be aware [...]
Preventing Motorcycle Theft
QUICK TIPS: Preventing Motorcycle Theft
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Follow these basic tips to help avoid becoming a victim of motorcycle theft:
• Lock your ignition and remove the key. Most bike thefts occur when the ignition is shut off, but not locked.
• Lock the forks or disk brakes with locks that have large, brightly colored [...]
Guidelines for Carrying A Passenger on Your Motorcycle
QUICK TIPS: Guidelines For Carrying A Passenger On Your Motorcycle
Legal Considerations
1. All state laws and requirements for carrying a passenger must be followed.
2. Some states have specific equipment requirements. Examples: the motorcycle must have passenger footrests, passengers must be able to reach the footrests, and a motorcycle must have [...]
Accident Reconstruction
We use Accident Reconstructionists who investigate and reconstruct collisions involving all types of vehicles including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, trains, bicycles; especially multi-vehicle collisions as well as those involving pedestrians.
Accident reconstruction answers many questions about what really happened before, during and after the incident include speeds of vehicles, types of pre-impact maneuvers (braking, steering, etc), [...]
Motorcycle Accident Script
Injuries suffered by a motorcyclist are usually horrendous since there is nothing protecting the motorcyclist from injury during the collision. Insurance companies face the prospect of paying a lot of money to the severely injured motorcyclist. Insurance companies usually attempt to show the motorcycle operator was at fault because “he came out of nowhere”, or [...]
