Category: Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle riders are almost 30 times more likely to be killed in a crash on the road than someone in a car, and about 5 times more likely to suffer injuries. As Florida motorcycle accident lawyers, we know just how potentially dangerous it can be to ride a bike on the road. And motorcycle riders know…
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly five thousand motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents in 2015 alone. More and more often, we see motorcyclists on the roadway. These unique vehicles are a smart way to save on gas money and efficiently travel throughout the state of Florida. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to keep…
Florida has beautiful landscapes that are easily explored on the back of a motorcycle. But there is a lurking danger on the road. Motorcycle accidents are the leading cause of severe injuries and fatalities on Florida’s roads and highways. It is legal to operate a bike without a helmet in the state, so that leaves the motorcyclist…
Every year, distracted driving kills more than 3,400 people. Sadly, a majority of these fatalities are caused by drivers using their cellphones while driving. Just how many people use handheld devices while driving? In 2016, 481,000 passenger vehicles were driven by people using a handheld cell phone each day. Sadly, many of those fatalities were…
Check the news in any of Florida’s metropolitan areas and you’ll find a report on a recent motorcycle accident. Each year, Florida sees over 10,000 motorcycle accidents. While some of these crashes lead to minor injuries, a significant amount lead to serious injuries or fatalities. When you know why accidents are so common in Florida,…
According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, the Sunshine State could very well be the most dangerous state for motorcycle enthusiasts. Shockingly, the number of motorcyclists killed in Florida is higher than in California, even though Florida has a significantly smaller population. In fact, from 2014 to 2015, there was a 30 percent…