Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents
Pursuing Damages After A Florida Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents are on the rise across the U.S. These types of collisions, however, should be of particular concern to riders in Florida, which, in recent years, has reported more motorcyclist fatalities than any other state. For survivors of these kinds of crashes, and their loved ones, having a handle on the basic steps… Read More »
How Does Motorcycle Insurance Work?
Carrying the proper insurance on any vehicle provides motorists with protection in the event of an accident. This is especially important for motorcycle riders, who have an even higher chance of being involved in a crash and of suffering severe injuries. However, motorcycle insurance can be complicated, leaving many to wonder how it works… Read More »
Lower Limb Trauma In Motorcycle Accidents
While motorcycle accidents are often associated with head injuries, some of the most commonly suffered injuries are actually to the lower limbs. Fractures of the tibia and fibula are especially common, as are femur injuries. Depending on the severity of the break, fractures to the lower limbs can be both painful and difficult to… Read More »
Florida’s No-Fault Law And Motorcycle Accidents
In Florida, drivers are required to obtain Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance to cover accident-related losses. Because Florida is still a no-fault state, injured motorists are required to go through these policies to recover compensation after a crash. While the system can be frustrating, it also ensures that accident victims are at least able… Read More »
Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
While all car accidents should be taken seriously, those involving motorcycles are known for being particularly devastating. This makes sense, as motorcycles are less stable and more vulnerable to poor road and weather conditions, while their lack of seatbelts means that riders are often propelled forward in the event of a crash. For these… Read More »
The Dangers Of Left Turn Motorcycle Accidents
Florida is home to, and sees its fair share of visiting motorcycle enthusiasts, many of whom are drawn to the state by its temperate climate and scenic highways. Unfortunately, there are downsides to using motorcycles, whether purely as a mode of transportation or as a hobby, as those who are involved in collisions are… Read More »
Recovering Compensation After a No Contact Motorcycle Accident
Most car and motorcycle accidents involve collisions with other vehicles. Single-vehicle crashes, however, are still possible and occur much more often than most people realize. These kinds of crashes can have a number of causes, including everything from a loss of control due to poor weather or road conditions to the negligent or reckless… Read More »
Recovering Compensation for Motorcycle Accident-Related Chest Trauma
Motorcycle accidents are notorious for being particularly violent and resulting in serious injuries, especially to the torso and chest areas. Unfortunately, the injuries sustained in these kinds of collisions tend to be so severe that victims are often forced to contend with chronic pain or disability for the rest of their lives. Victims who… Read More »
Common Motorcycle Accident Scenarios
Although wearing safety gear, such as helmets, gloves, boots, and protective eyewear can help motorcyclists stay safe while riding, doing so is by no means a surefire protection against injury. This is particularly true for those who are involved in certain types of accidents. The best thing that motorcyclists and motorists can do is… Read More »
Road Rash Caused by Motorcycle Accidents
Although there are a number of advantages to using motorcycles for transportation purposes, it is also true that riding a motorcycle comes with a serious risk of injury, as motorcyclists who are run off the road or struck by a passenger vehicle are much more likely to suffer severe injuries. In fact, the Florida… Read More »
