Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists must do what they can to ensure safety on the roadways, and there is a significant debate across the country about whether or not lane splitting is safe. Most states have not legalized lane splitting, but California does allow this practice. Here, we want to discuss what motorcycle lane splitting is and when you can do it as a motorcyclist. The Legality of Lane Splitting in California As of January 1, 2017, lane splitting...

Motorcyclists face significant risks on the roadway, often due to the careless or negligent actions of other drivers. However, motorcycle riders and passengers also have to be aware of specific hazards on the road itself. Here, we want to review the most common roadway hazard that motorcyclists in California need to be on the lookout for. 1. Gravel, Debris, Sand, Slick Surfaces Motorcycles only have two wheels, and this significantly increases the chance that a...

Rear-end accidents may not seem like such a big deal for those inside traditional passenger vehicles, but they are a very big deal for motorcyclists. When a motorcyclist is rear-ended, this can lead to major injuries that affect their entire lives. Here, we want to discuss why rear-end accidents are so dangerous for motorcyclists as well as some of the most common injuries that result from these incidents. Common Causes of Motorcycle Rear-End Collisions Motorcycle...

If you are a motorcyclist in California and are struck by another driver who then flees the scene, there are various steps that you can take both immediately and in the days that followed the incident. Here, we want to discuss what you can do following a hit-and-run motorcycle accident, but please understand that the number one priority is your safety and well-being. Do Not Chase the Vehicle Many individuals instinctually want to chase after...

Even though motorcycles can be safe vehicles, there are times when motorcyclists or other drivers make mistakes on the roadway and when accidents occur. Unfortunately, motorcyclists do not have as much protection as those inside traditional passenger vehicles, and this can lead to significant neck and back injuries when an accident does occur. Here, we want to review the most common neck and back injuries that motorcyclists are likely to sustain in a crash. Most...