Road rash injuries from motorcycle accidents may seem minor initially, but they often result in serious long-term complications that can impact your life for years. These friction burns from sliding across pavement create unique medical challenges, as motorcycle...
Motorcycle Accidents
How can motorcycle passengers improve their safety on the road?
When most people think about motorcycling, they imagine that it’s only exhilarating for the rider. However, even motorcycle passengers can experience the liberating feeling of the wind whipping past their faces. This also means that the inherent risks associated with...
The impacts of spinal cord injuries from motorcycle accidents
A motorcycle accident can cause various serious injuries, such as the spinal cord injury. The spinal cord is a vital part of the human body, and damage to it can have life-altering impacts. The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center reported that the top cause...
3 types of motorcycle accidents caused by other drivers
Those who don’t ride motorcycles often assume that the risk comes from the riders themselves. They imagine motorcyclists riding aggressively, breaking the speed limit and causing single-vehicle accidents. While all of this does happen, it’s important to note that many...
Does lane splitting make a motorcycle rider at fault for a crash?
Motorcycle riders have more reason than others in traffic to make safety a top priority. Their vehicles may be powerful and fast, but they don't offer much protection in the event of a crash. Motorcycle riders are often more proactive about complying with traffic laws...
Can you sue if you weren’t wearing a motorcycle helmet?
If you’ve recently been injured in a motorcycle accident, you may be concerned about the financial consequences of your crash. Whether you’re dealing with significant medical bills or you’re losing income due to your recovery needs, it would not be surprising if...
Spring tips for motorcyclists to remain safe
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month is almost over, but there’s still time to remind motorcyclists and others about some safety tips that can help motorcyclists to make it to their destination without an incident occurring. Motorcyclists know that safety has to be a...
What should you do after a motorcycle accident?
Motorcyclists are at extreme risk when on the road. Unfortunately, other motorists are often distracted or simply don’t see them on the road, resulting in thousands of accidents across California every year. Unlike individuals in passenger vehicles, motorcyclists...
Watch out for these common motorcycle accident injuries
By design, motorcycle riders are more prone to injuries following an accident than passengers in closed vehicles. This is because the safety features in vehicles such as safety belts or airbags are practically non-existent in motorcycles. Therefore, it is crucial to...
Motorcycle safety when riding with a passenger
Sharing a beautiful motorcycle ride with a passenger can bring a level of enjoyment that one cannot find when riding alone. However, traveling with a passenger requires additional skill and vigilance. When motorcyclists take care to prepare for their ride with a...