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People often think of motorcycling as a dangerous hobby. Most parents warn their children to never get on the back of one. While it’s true that motorcycles can be dangerous, there are a lot of people who really enjoy being able to drive the scenic routes of Illinois and take in the unobstructed views from the seat of a motorcycle. However, even careful motorcyclists can easily be involved in an accident, often through no fault of their own. You can reduce your chance of being injured in a motorcycle accident by wearing proper safety equipment and practicing safe driving techniques. However, you cannot control the behavior of other drivers. So, whether you are an avid motorcyclist or just a concerned citizen, it’s important to learn the factors that can lead to motorcycle accidents so that you can help prevent them.
It’s no question that motorcycle accidents are an issue. They can be caused by a number of factors, including car drivers not seeing a motorcyclist on the road. In fact, the fatality rate for motorcyclists in 2016 was six times the fatality rate for passenger vehicle occupants, with deaths occurring nearly 28 times more frequently. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2016 there were 5,286 motorcyclists killed, an increase of 5.1% from 2015. It is your responsibility as a motorcycle driver and/or passenger vehicle sharing the road, to know the risk factors that can cause these accidents.
Due to the nature of motorcycles, they are far less safe than enclosed vehicles for a few reasons:
It’s not just the inherent nature of motorcycles that can cause accidents. There are also preventable driver actions that can cause accidents such as:
As explained above, motorcyclists are more vulnerable to injury than other motorists because they are relatively unprotected while sharing the road with much larger vehicles. According to the CDC, these are the most common injuries in non-fatal motorcycle accidents:
Major life-threatening injuries can happen anywhere on the body after a motorcycle accident. Realistically, no one part of the body is considered “safe”. As a rider, you can decrease the severity of your injuries by investing in quality protective gear and always remember to wear your helmet.
A motorcycle accident can result in serious and often permanent injuries, costly medical bills, and lost income. If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, you need to seek immediate medical care and legal counsel. Whiteside & Goldberg, Ltd. works with those who have been injured in a motorcycle accident to help them recover damages for their injuries and get their lives back on track. Whiteside & Goldberg, Ltd. works hard to get you the settlement you deserve.
They offer a free consultation and do not charge you anything until you win a settlement. The experienced attorneys at Whiteside & Goldberg, Ltd. fight to secure your financial future. For more information on car accident lawsuits, call 312-334-6875 for the Whiteside & Goldberg Michigan Avenue location and 815-730-7535 for their Shorewood office.
The content of this blog is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute or establish an attorney-client relationship, nor constitute legal advice. If you wish to discuss any further aspect of the material contained herein, please contact an attorney at Whiteside & Goldberg, Ltd.
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