Let’s go over some motorcycle accident statistics and safety tips for drivers and riders with Ehline Law and our personal injury attorneys.
Motorcycle safety awareness month is in May, when warmer weather attracts more riders on the roads, and with more traffic, there are risks of accidents.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that in 2019, compared to the number of fatal accidents per mile traveled, the fatalities for motorcycles were 29 times more than in cars.
Motorcycles do not offer their riders the protection of an enclosed vehicle, such as seat belts, airbags, and more.
Motorcycle safety awareness month is for bikers’ and drivers’ awareness, which is why it is crucial to go over some sobering motorcycle accident statistics.
Since 51% of the accidents are two-vehicle collisions, it is crucial for passenger vehicles and truck drivers to practice defensive driving on the road to play their part in reducing motorcycle accidents in the United States.
Here are some safety tips for drivers to follow:
Although drivers of other vehicles must practice defensive driving, motorcyclists must exercise reasonable care while riding their motorcycles to prevent accidents.
Here are some tips for motorcycle riders to help minimize the risk of accidents:
If you suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident due to another’s negligence, contact us at (833) LETS-SUE for a free consultation, as you may be eligible for compensation.
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Michael Ehline is an inactive U.S. Marine and world-famous legal historian. Michael helped draft the Cruise Ship Safety Act and has won some of U.S. history’s largest motorcycle accident settlements. Together with his legal team, Michael and the Ehline Law Firm collect damages on behalf of clients. We pride ourselves on being available to answer your most pressing and difficult questions 24/7. We are proud sponsors of the Paul Ehline Memorial Motorcycle Ride and a Service Disabled Veteran Operated Business. (SDVOB.) We are ready to fight.
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