In order to better understand which vehicles are represented here, the following are included when referring to motorcycles: Two- or three-wheeled motorcycles Off-road motorcycles Mopeds Scooters Minibikes Pocket bikes Due to the nature of motorcycles, they’re not nearly as crashworthy as their closed-vehicle counterparts. Additionally, they’re not as easily seen by other drivers and require […]
Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]
According to Michigan state laws, if a motorcyclist is involved in a collision involving another driver, he or she is eligible to receive Michigan no-fault insurance benefits. Now, one of the most common questions at this point is: Which person’s insurance will cover those benefits? To help you understand which person’s insurance will cover the […]
Motorcycle accidents often result in serious or life-threatening injuries. In many cases, death can be an immediate result or injuries may be so severe that the motorcyclist involved loses the battle to his / her injuries. No matter how it happens, it is never easy on family members who lose a loved one in a motorcycle […]
It’s spring time in Michigan and for many that means time to bring out the bike and enjoy riding. Motorists all over the state will begin to see more and more motorcycles out on our roads and highways. For this reason, our Goodman Acker P.C. motorcycle attorneys also thought this would be a good time to remind […]
Motorcyclists injured in an accident often suffer more severe and permanent injuries due to their vulnerability on the road and lack of protection of not being enclosed and shielded by metal like automobiles. However, even though injuries resulting after a motorcycle accident may be more severe and therefore requiring additional long term medical care and […]
No one ever plans on being involved in an accident, however, they can happen at any time and to anyone. And unfortunately for many victims and their families, the after-effects of a motorcycle accident can be life-altering, even fatal. If you ride, you should know what to do in the immediate aftermath should you be […]
