According to Carsurance, there are roughly 89,000 motorcycle accidents in the United States every year. About 5,000 of these collisions are fatal, with the rest resulting in severe personal injuries. How could there be so many? Part of the reason could be that on average, motorcyclists only have about two seconds on average to complete [...]
Motorcyclists are four times more likely to sustain an injury after a traffic accident than other vehicle drivers. In 2020 alone, there were 82,528 motorcycle accidents in the United States. All personal injuries are costly, and motorcycle injuries are no different. Unfortunately, many injuries go unnoticed until it is too late to pursue compensation. [...]
Autonomous cars have become old news with autonomous motorcycles entering the modern scene of vehicle technology. Recently, big-time companies Ducati and BMW have introduced partially self-driving motorcycles: the Multistrada V4 S and the R 1250 RT. These bikes and their advanced safety features are changing the way of the road for motorcyclists, but raising questions [...]
When the weather starts getting more beautiful, you’ll notice an increase in motorcycles on the road. It is more important now than ever to be aware of motorcycles. The cause of many accidents is the failure of a vehicle driver to notice a motorcycle on the road. Drivers and motorcyclists need to learn to share [...]
Choosing an insurance company can be difficult; each one boasts their own savings, discounts, and gimmicky extras. However, when you get into an accident, you find out the real intentions of the insurance companies, their bottom line. Since motorcycle insurance is required in Kansas and Missouri, how do you choose the right insurance company? Starting [...]
The road can be a dangerous place for motorcyclists. Motorcycles are less noticeable than cars, and people often unconsciously fail to see an oncoming motorcycle when looking both ways at an intersection. Various campaigns have attempted to help curb this problem and inform the public that they should keep their eyes open for motorcycles, but [...]
A 1.9 million dollar settlement for wrongful death of mother riding a motorcycle who was struck by a concrete truck.
Verdict: $1.4 million dollar verdict against the United States Post Office on behalf of a 15-year-old motorcycle rider. A young man was traveling near a country road, on a dirt bike, and was struck by a rural postal carrier. The plaintiff sustained a closed head injury, along with a number of orthopedic injuries from the [...]
Photo by Jeff Dean Many motorcycle enthusiasts have been hoping for new legislation that would allow those over 21 to be able to ride without wearing a helmet. Currently Missouri law requires that anyone on a motorcycle must wear a helmet. Motorcyclists have told legislators that wearing a helmet can sometimes be a [...]
When motorcycle parts malfunction, serious accidents can be the result. Defective motorcycle parts can be hazardous, and motorcyclists could sustain serious injuries in accidents due to a manufacturer's error. Recalls relating to motorcycle parts are common, but owners may not be notified in time to avoid an accident. It is important for motorcycle owners to [...]
