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Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents are particularly devastating, especially when you consider that the lack of safety precautions available to bikers, when compared to automobiles. Motorcyclists do not have the luxury of crash zones, seatbelts, airbags and four feet of engine between a vehicle driver and a head on collision.
Motorcycle Accidents Can Be Prevented
Although some motorcycle accidents are inevitable, most could be prevented. The cause of a motorcycle accident, however, is not always black and white. Consider the following:
- Approximately three-fourths of these motorcycle accidents involved collision with another vehicle, usually, a passenger automobile.
- Roadway defects (pavement ridges, potholes, etc.) were the accident cause in 2% of the accidents; animal involvement was 1% of the accidents.
- In multiple vehicle accidents, the driver of the other vehicle violated the motorcycle right-of-way and caused the accident in two-thirds of those accidents.
- The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the predominating cause of motorcycle accidents.
- The driver of the other vehicle involved in collision with the motorcycle did not see the motorcycle before the collision, or did not see the motorcycle until too late to avoid the collision.
Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
A motorcycle accident lawyer must conduct a thorough investigation and look beyond the often "oversimplified" reasons listed in the police report. Sheff Law Offices, P.C. has handled thousands of auto, truck and motorcycle accident cases. We conduct an independent and thorough investigation, going deeper to uncover key factors such as whether another driver, a dangerous road or a defective product caused or contributed to the motorcycle rider's injuries.
Motorcycle accident liability can sometimes differ from a standard car accident case. The physics of motorcycling may require additional explanations, diagrams, computer generated crash recreations, expert witnesses and/or jury instructions at trial. Additionally, we work to dispel common motorcycle myths, “biker” stereotypes and prejudices that insurance company defense lawyers may try to fuel at trial.
CONTACT A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYER
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident as a result of the negligence of another person, you may be entitled to monetary compensation. For a free review of your claim, please completely fill out the motorcycle accident form below, or call us directory at (866) 529-8373. A lawyer will review your claim and may contact you to discuss your rights.
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