Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents
The Injuries Behind the Lowball Offer: What Insurers Miss After a Motorcycle Crash
Insurance adjusters rarely evaluate a motorcycle claim on a blank slate. They bring assumptions about riders, software that scores injuries by category, and a strong incentive to close files quickly. The result is a first offer that tends to reflect the injuries visible on the day of the crash rather than the ones that… Read More »
Helmet or No Helmet? How Florida’s Motorcycle Helmet Law Can Shape the Value of Your Injury Claim
Florida is one of the few states that lets many adult riders decide for themselves whether to wear a helmet. That freedom carries a legal side effect most riders never think about until after a crash. As Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident attorneys, we routinely see insurance companies turn a rider’s helmet choice into their… Read More »
Rainy Day Motorcycle Safety
People who have never lived in Florida have an unrealistic idea about the Florida summers. They think it is all sunshine all the time, that you can ride your motorcycle all day long, only stopping at a bar or a 7-Eleven when you need a beverage to beat the heat. They are incredulous when… Read More »
Spring Motorcycle Accidents in Fort Lauderdale: How They Happen and Your Rights to Compensation
With warmer temperatures and clear skies, spring is the prime riding season in Fort Lauderdale. But along with the increase in motorcycles on the road comes a rise in serious accidents, many of which are caused by careless drivers who fail to share the road responsibly. If you or someone you love was injured… Read More »
Common Misconceptions About Motorcycle Safety
The illusion of danger is part of the fun of riding a motorcycle, but everyone wants to arrive safely after a thrilling ride. Unfortunately, if another vehicle collides with your motorcycle, you will probably get the worst of it; it is common for the drivers of cars to escape collisions with motorcycles without getting… Read More »
Most Fatal Motorcycle Accidents are the Result of Speeding, Impairment, or Lack of Visibility
Like any other type of vehicle accident, motorcycle crashes have a number of different causes. Again, similar to car crashes, the same kinds of causes tend to crop up again and again in motorcycle accident cases. Unfortunately, these accidents often result in injuries, as riders have a lot less protection in the event of… Read More »
Will Health Insurance Cover My Motorcycle Accident Injuries?
Motorcycle accident injuries are usually severe, so it’s not uncommon for an injured party to require coverage of his or her medical expenses from multiple sources, including insurance policies. Fortunately, besides being covered by health insurance, and MedPay, some motorcycle accident victims may also be able to cover a portion of their losses from… Read More »
New Florida Law Addresses Motorcycle Safety Education
This summer, Florida lawmakers enacted a new statute that shifts responsibility for overseeing motorcycle education programs from state agencies to private non-profit companies. Proponents of the law argue that the change will improve motorcycle safety, as private organizations may be able to create more effective programs than the state. Others argue that the law… Read More »
Motorcycle Crash Bars Can Prevent Injuries
Those who decide to ride motorcycles in Florida should be sure to become familiarized with the safety measures they can take to prevent injury in the event of an accident. One of these measures is installing motorcycle crash bars on your motorcycle. Though not legally required, they are relatively easy to install and can… Read More »
Motorcycle Accidents In Intersections
Motorcycle accidents, like any other type of vehicle collision, can occur just about anywhere: on the freeway, in parking lots, and on rural highways. Some of the most common places for motorcycle accidents, however, are actually intersections. Unfortunately, the accidents that occur in intersections also tend to be more dangerous, especially for the rider,… Read More »
