Florida Motorcycle Accident Injury Attorney
In 2005, over 39,000 motorcycles were involved in fatal crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic & Safety Administration. When motorcycles are involved in accidents with on-coming vehicles, drivers are 32 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries than drivers of passenger vehicles. Helmets, boots, and protective outerwear provide a motorcyclist with limited protection from the road and other vehicles during a crash and with Florida’s current helmet law, not all motorcycle drivers are required to wear helmets. The injuries sustained by motorcyclists during crashes tend to be very severe, and many motorcycle accidents result in death, in which case a wrongful death suit may need to be filed.
Motorcycles face added risks on the road, and some of the problems unique to Broward County motorcyclists include:
- Road Hazards: To a car or truck, potholes, oil slicks, puddles, debris, ruts, and uneven pavement can be minor inconveniences but for a motorcycle they can be deadly.
- Visual Recognition: Motorcycles are smaller visual targets and tend to be obscured by vehicles, road signs, weather conditions, and buildings, which is why they are more likely to be involved in accidents.
- Speed “Wobble” Accidents: At higher speeds, the front end of a motorcycle can become unstable and begin to shake or wobble if the front and rear tires are misaligned. If this causes an accident, the manufacturer of the motorcycle may be held liable for any resulting injuries.
The Law Office of Jason T. Corsover: Motorcycle Injury Attorney
Not only are motorcycle accidents dangerous, but they can be expensive and complex as well. Florida laws, insurance requirements, and regulations can quickly complicate situations involving motorcycle accidents, and a Broward County personal injury attorney can help you straighten out these issues. Even though motorcycles are inherently more dangerous than other types of vehicles on the road, individuals driving motorcycles still deserve respect and caution from other drivers. Many times, other drivers on the road can disregard a motorcyclist’s safety by acting negligently behind the wheel, and when this happens you will need an experienced personal injury lawyer to take action to make sure they are held responsible for any injuries caused by their negligence.
Contact a Broward County Personal Injury Lawyer today if you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Palm Beach County, Ft. Lauderdale, Plantation, Boca Raton, or West Palm Beach!
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