A recent fatal motorcycle accident reported by MySunCoast News underscores the devastating consequences of traffic collisions involving motorcyclists. The accident highlights the vulnerability of motorcyclists on the road and the tragic outcomes that can result from a moment’s lapse in caution. While the investigation into this particular crash continues, the…
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…
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 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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
It is common knowledge that motorcycle riders are at greater risk of injury and or death than car riders, but the actual disparity in risk is rather stunning. In fact, some sources claim that for every mile traveled, motorcyclists are 35 times more likely than car riders to have a…
It is considered common knowledge that motorcycle riders are at higher risk of injury and or death than car or truck riders, but the actual difference in risk is much more than one might think. In fact, some sources claim that for every mile traveled, motorcyclists are 35 times more…