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Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists are 35 times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident than those driving passenger cars, according to the US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
When other drivers fail to observe a motorcycle or are driving while intoxicated, or simply do not care, their actions can result in severe and life-altering injuries.
Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents
Since a motorcyclist is more vulnerable in a motorcycle accident, they usually sustain more serious injuries than the motorist that caused the accident. Here is more information on the injuries in motorcycle accidents.
Some of the types of injuries that occur include:
Head Injury
Brain damage
Broken bones
Back injury
Neck injury
Wrongful Death
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
The most common cause of motorcycle accidents is in a head on collision. According to studies, 56% of motorcycle accidents occur when a motorcycle and a car crash head on. Within this group, many of the accidents are when the car collides with the motorcycle 78% of the time; very few accidents occur by rear ending. This specific type of collision tends to be the most deadly for motorcyclists. Another common cause of these accidents is when a car is making a left hand turn in front of the motorcycle.
As commonly known, cars that are going straight have the right of way, and any left turning vehicles are required to yield until there is a safe distance opening for them. Well, according to statistics, accidents occur for motorcycles left turn accidents account for close to half of the accidents between a motorcycle and a vehicle. Generally, the car will collide into the bike as it is going straight and they are attempting to turn. This can result in a disastrous collision for the motorcyclist.
Why You Need a Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Many insurance companies have preconceived notions regarding the fault in motorcycle accidents. They frequently blame motorcyclists under a misplaced assumption that riding a motorcycle equates to a level of assumed risk on the roads.
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