There is little doubt among most ER doctors and other emergency room personnel that, all things being equal, motorcycling is a much higher-risk activity than operating a passenger car or riding on public transportation. The same goes for those riders in Maryland, many of whom are at a greater risk…
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Legal Options for Maryland Motorcycle Accident Victims and Their Families
Motorcycle accidents often lead to devastating consequences, as seen in a recent crash where a motorcyclist tragically lost his life after colliding with a car making a left turn. Motorcyclists face a higher risk of severe injury or death in collisions due to their increased exposure on the road. Understanding…
Motorcycle Accidents and Legal Rights Under Maryland Law
A tragic motorcycle accident recently resulted in a fatality when the rider collided with a tractor attempting a left turn. The motorcyclist laid the bike down to avoid the collision but still struck the rear of the tractor. Motorcycle accidents like these can be devastating and raise significant legal questions…
State Police Identify Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Crash
Motorcycle accidents often carry a bias that assumes the rider is at fault, especially when speed is involved. However, motorcyclists face unique risks on the road that can lead to severe consequences, even when they are not at fault. Speeding, in particular, can significantly increase the likelihood of serious accidents.…
Fatal Motorcycle Accident Highlights the Dangers of the Road
A tragic accident occurred near North Bend, Washington, where a motorcyclist lost her life in a hit-and-run incident. The accident occurred in early July when a motorcyclist struck an elk on westbound I-90. The impact left the rider in the middle of the highway, where she was subsequently hit by…
What Makes Left Turn Accidents So Dangerous?
Left turn accidents are some of the most dangerous for motorcyclists. This is mainly because drivers often fail to see motorcycles when making a left turn at an intersection. Motorcycles are smaller and less visible than cars or trucks, which can lead to drivers underestimating the distance or speed of…
One Killed in Speeding Motorcycle Hit-and-Run
Tragic and horrifying vehicle accidents are unfortunately all too common in Maryland and show the need for car drivers and motorcyclists to engage in exceedingly careful driving on the roads. The inherently smaller profile of motorcycles creates a greater likelihood of motorcycles occupying blind spots of larger vehicles and the…
Driving Under the Influence Under Investigation in Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Approximately 72 percent of motorcyclists are injured when they crash. Motorcycle riders are not protected by their vehicle in the way that the occupants of a car are. The smaller profile of motorcycles leaves them vulnerable to car and truck blind spots and the open nature of motorcycles can throw…
Two Hospitalized After Fiery Motorcycle Accident
Tragic and horrifying vehicle accidents are unfortunately all too common in Maryland and show the need for car drivers and motorcyclists to engage in exceedingly careful driving on the roads. The inherently smaller profile of motorcycles creates a greater likelihood of motorcycles occupying blind spots of larger vehicles and the…
Cause of Fatal Maryland Motorcycle Crash Under Investigation
There are significant risks in driving motorcycles. The smaller profile of motorcycles leaves them vulnerable to car blind spots and the open nature of motorcycles can throw drivers from the vehicle upon impact during a crash. Because of this, on average, driving or riding on a motorcycle is more dangerous…