Yes, riding a motorcycle is fun – but is it worth the danger? The reality is that a person on a motorcycle is much more vulnerable than a person in a car. Motorcyclists are not just more likely to be involved in accidents, but when a motorcycle accident does happen it is much more likely to be a deadly accident. How much more likely? According to a study that took into account miles driven, a motorcycle rider is 35 times as likely as a car driver to be killed in an accident.
Most people who ride a motorcycle understand that they are more dangerous, even if they do not necessary know just how much more dangerous they are. Most motorcycle riders who do worry about the danger will take steps to drive as safely as possible and to increase their safety gear. That said, the reality is that there is only so much that can be done. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident then we urge you to contact The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at 800-333-0000 for a free legal consultation.
How do motorcycle accidents happen?
In many two-car accidents, the cause is fairly easy to determine. This is not always the case among motorcycle accidents. For example, a motorcycle accident may occur when a car in front of a motorcycle suddenly changes lanes, or if a car does not see the motorcycle or respect their right of way. Motorcycles can get into accidents caused by road defects like gravel on the road or potholes. When a person is injured in a motorcycle accident in which the other driver is not clearly identifiable, or if the road conditions were the fault, then it is especially important to have an experienced attorney who has worked on motorcycle accident cases in the past.
An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer can also work to either negotiate a settlement or to litigate your case if necessary. This often involves pushing back against allegations that the motorcycle driver was at-fault because they took on the risk of riding a motorcycle. Getting a fair result of the case requires that the attorney helps the judge or jury get over these prejudices.
The most common types of motorcycle accident injuries
While most injuries in car accidents are relatively minor, that is not the case with the average motorcycle accident. Instead, motorcycle accident injuries are often catastrophic and include neck injuries, spinal cord injuries, back injuries, brain injuries, paralysis, broke bones, etc. These injuries can make it impossible for a person to live their life as they once did.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident and do not know where to turn then there is good news for you. At The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker we are standing by to take your call. Reach out at 800-333-0000 and we will get the process started with a free legal consultation.
