RUI? More Common Than You Think

Happy May, and welcome to Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month! Just as we brought you facts, statistics, and tips to avoid distracted driving last month, we are going to do the same for Motorcycle Safety this month.
Our motorcycle accident lawyers have handled numerous cases involving an injured motorcyclists. Victims of motorcycle accidents face a higher chance of fatalities, more severe injuries, and higher medical bills than those in regular passenger vehicle accidents. These risks are increased when the motorcyclist, or another driver, is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.



The NHTSA urges all motorcycle riders to ride sober.

A shocking recent study shows that the percentage of intoxicated motorcycle riders in fatal crashes in greater than the percentage of intoxicated drivers on the road. We always try and bring awareness to drunk drivers as well as encourage people to have a designated driver if they plan to be out celebrating, and this is no different if you are operating a motorcycle.

If you were a passenger on a motorcycle operated by an intoxicated driver, or were on a motorcycle and injured by a drunk driver, we can help you. Our Pennsylvania accident attorneys are experienced with these types of cases and can get you the compensation you deserve.

Enjoy the beautiful weather, riding, and yourself this Spring/Summer, but please be safe. Watch for motorcycles, have a designated driver, and don't fall victim to distractions while driving.

Call 1-800-444-5309 for a free consultation or contact our motorcycle accident attorneys directly through our website if you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident or as a result of a drunk driver.

For more information about Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month visit the NHTSA's (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) website.

Motorcyclist Invisibility is Not an Excuse for Other Drivers

While there are numerous scenarios that can cause a motorcycle accident, the most common cause is the "invisibility" of motorcycles to drivers of normal passenger vehicles.

Motorcyclists are somewhat undetected by other drivers, especially distracted drivers. Due to how small motorcycles are it is often common that bikes and the riders on them end up in many drivers' blind spots. This is a common cause of accidents, and a common excuse used by other drivers after an accident happens. All drivers should be aware of their surroundings and should drive with extra caution, especially in nice weather, in the event a motorcyclist is on the road.

Cut-offs, violation of the motorcyclist's right-of-way, and contact between the two vehicles are the most common accidents that occur due to motorcycle invisibility. Most motorcycle accidents are caused by a car, truck, or SUV making a left turn in front of a motorcyclist's right of way at an intersection.

In almost half of all motorcycle accidents, the driver's view of the motorcycle is limited by glare or obstructed by other vehicles. In these cases, the motorcyclist has less than two seconds to successfully react and maneuver to avoid an accident. Motorcyclists can not always be expected to make up for driver error.

 

If you or a loved one were injured in a motorcycle accident, you should be focusing on one thing – getting better. Aside from our free consultations, no win no fee representation, and 24/7 on-call assistance, our Pennsylvania motorcycle accident attorneys will be on your side every step of the way and will take the worries and stress off your hands. From the moment you hire us to get your compensation we will:

• send investigators to the scene of the accident.
• have experts reconstruct the accident when needed.
• gather evidence to support your motorcycle case.
• most importantly, fight the insurance companies that don’t have your best interest in mind.

Call us now at 1-800-444-5309 or visit our website for more information.

Why Hire Our Pennsylvania Motorcycle Accident Attorneys?

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With Spring here and Summer just around the corner we are about to see an increasing number of motorcyclists on the roads, ourselves included! Unfortunately the nice weather and increasing motorcyclists also means we will be seeing and hearing about motorcycle accidents.

Motorcycle accidents are not the same as passenger vehicle accidents. For starters, motorcycle accidents usually cause much more serious, even catastrophic injuries than most passenger vehicle accidents. As a result the accumulation of medical expense and long-term care expenses are very high, making the need for compensation imperative for the victim to get better and stay healthy.

Motorcyclists also face a hurdle in the legal system due to an unfair bias placed against them. We've discussed this bias numerous times. A few irresponsible and reckless motorcyclists give all of us a bad rap. Overcoming this bias and proving that an accident was not your fault is difficult, especially if the case is taken to trial.

These are just a couple differences between motorcycle accidents and passenger vehicle accidents. Just as the type of accident differs, so should the attorney who handles these cases. Our firm is fortunate enough to have attorneys well versed and experienced in passenger vehicle accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, and motorcycle accidents.

Hiring an attorney for your motorcycle accident is a difficult choice, but the first thing you should look for is an attorney who knows the difference between the different types of accidents and how to handle them each respectively. Our motorcycle accident attorneys know and understand that overcoming the bias placed against motorcyclists will be one of the more difficult parts of the case and we know how to do this. We understand that this bias is false, and that most motorcyclists are just as good, if not better, drivers as those in normal passenger vehicles.

We've helped numerous motorcycle accident victims get the compensation they deserve and we can help you too.

If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, you should be focusing on one thing – getting better. Aside from our free consultations, no win no fee representation, and 24/7 on-call assistance, our Pennsylvania motorcycle accident attorneys will be on your side every step of the way and will take the worries and stress off your hands. From the moment you hire us to get your compensation we will:

• send investigators to the scene of the accident.
• have experts reconstruct the accident when needed.
• gather evidence to support your motorcycle case.
• most importantly, fight the insurance companies that don’t have your best interest in mind.

Please, call our Pennsylvania motorcycle lawyers toll free at 1-800-444-5309 for a free consultation, or you can email our attorneys directly. Enjoy the weather, your bike, and stay safe!