There is no solid data pointing to the main cause of motorcycle accidents. However, information from the Insurance Information Institute suggests that two of the leading contributors to motorcycle accidents is speeding and drunk driving. Another factor in these collisions is low visibility. Drivers may not see motorcycles on the ... Read More »
You can settle a motorcycle accident without a lawyer. Yet, without fully understanding your legal rights and protections, you may run the risk of accepting an unfair settlement from the insurance company. Should you agree to an offer from the insurer, you will be barred from litigation, even if additional ... Read More »
If you hit a motorcyclist, your first priority should be the rider’s safety. According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), around 80% of all motorcycle accidents result in death or injuries to the rider. Florida Statute §316.066 mandates that you must file a police report if the crash ... Read More »
About 14% of motorcyclists die in accidents in the U.S. ended in death in 2018. A motorcycle accident usually means that a rider suffers serious injuries or fatalities because the body takes a more direct impact than in a standard car accident. You are 27 times more likely to die ... Read More »
Overall, there are more car accidents than motorcycle accidents on U.S. roads. However, motorcyclists are statistically more likely to sustain injuries or die in a motorcycle accident than car drivers or passengers. According to the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists make up just 3% of all motor vehicles on ... Read More »
In collisions where another motorcycle or vehicle driver is involved, the most common cause of motorcycle accidents is vehicle driver turning errors. These types of driving errors occur when the vehicle driver turns left into a motorcyclist driving straight. 42% of reported collisions in 2017 were of this nature, according ... Read More »
With mild temperatures year-round, Jacksonville, Florida is an ideal place to enjoy cruising on a motorcycle or moped. However, it is important to comply with laws regarding wearing helmets to protect your self and your legal rights. In general, motorcyclists over the age of 21 with a minimum of $10,000 ... Read More »
