A wide variety of different factors can contribute to motorcycle accidents. What risk factors should people consider when they hit the road? What time of day is most dangerous for motorcyclists? According to the Insurance Information Institute, more than half of...
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Motorcycle Accidents
Is The Motorcyclist At Fault For The Accident?
If a motorcyclist has done something negligent to contribute to an accident, they can be found at fault. It is common for drivers of other vehicles to blame motorcyclists for driving recklessly and causing accidents, but they are not always at fault. There are many...
STEPS TO CHOOSE A SAFE MOTORCYCLE HELMET
The last thing you’re thinking about when you take off on your motorcycle is the possibility of being in an accident and the risk of receiving a brain injury as a result. Wearing the right helmet is important to riders from a comfort standpoint, however it could mean...
THE EFFECTS OF DISTRACTED DRIVING
It is becoming clearer that there is a new opponent to our safety. In the 1970’s the implementation of seatbelts fought against the rising amount of car fatalities, it is time to acknowledge and try to problem-solve for the current threat to our roads: distracted...
MOTORCYCLISTS FACE RISKS
Many different type of drivers share the North Carolina roadways. Among them, and the most at-risk, are motorcyclists. This blog will take a look at what makes riding a motorcycle so dangerous, and some statistics related to motorcycle accidents. Motorcyclists have a...
HOW TO KEEP A MOTORCYCLE PASSENGER SAFE
Riding on the back of a motorcycle is so invigorating that the only thing more invigorating is riding it as a couple. Taking someone along on a motorcycle ride is a great way to ensure both fun and companionship, but safety must always come first. Riding a motorcycle...
DETERMINING NEGLIGENCE IN A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
In order to seek compensation after a motorcycle accident, it is important to show how negligence occurred – showing fault and liability to how the negligent party caused the accident and your injuries. Motorcycle accidents can be some of the most serious accidents,...
HOW TO IDENTIFY A HEAD INJURY AFTER A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
Head injuries are a common result of motorcycle accidents. WebMD defines head injuries as “any damage to the skull, scalp or brain.” Injuries to the head can cause mental impairment and even permanent disability. How to know if you are suffering from a head injury?...
BEGINNING MOTORCYCLISTS SAFETY TIPS
If you just bought a motorcycle for the first time and are a new rider, we know you are enjoying your new ride. Whether you bought it for an inexpensive and convenient way to get around or simply for the sport of riding, there are a few safety tips you need to be...
LEFT SIDE OF CAR A DANGER TO MOTORCYCLISTS
If you were a motorcyclist in the late 70’s you may recall Clint Eastwood’s command, “Right turn Clyde.” In response his orangutan would punch his arm out of the window knocking someone off of their bike. So, you knew to never pass too close to the right-hand side of...