It is well known that not wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle is dangerous. By not wearing a helmet, you greatly increase your likelihood of sustaining a devastating head injury. A lesser-known effect of not wearing a helmet is the impact that this behavior can have on a motorcycle accident claim if you are involved in […]
Motorcycle accidents tend to be much more severe than their passenger vehicle counterparts, no matter what types of roads the crashes occur on. Continue reading to learn where motorcycle accidents tend to occur. Types of Roads Where Motorcyclists Tend to Crash When it comes to fatal motorcycle accidents, certain types of roads see more crashes […]
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 […]
Michigan’s new no-fault law, which will go into effect starting July 1, will affect all motorists, including motorcyclists. However, many motorcyclists are concerned that the law will pose new challenges that leave them vulnerable in the wake of their accidents. Under Michigan’s old no-fault law, motorcyclists who are injured in car accidents can acquire benefits […]
Motorcycle accidents can result in more serious accidents than those involved in typical car accidents, due to the fact that motorcycle riders are not enclosed on all four sides. Injuries can include head and brain trauma, broken bones, internal bleeding, paralysis, and death, which is why it’s important that riders always seek medical attention after […]
On a motorcycle, riders do not have the protection of an enclosed vehicle, and can suffer from severe injuries as a result if they are involved in a collision: Burns, bone fractures, internal injuries, cuts and bruises, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are just some examples of the harm that can occur in a motorcycle accident. […]
The Michigan no-fault insurance law helps injured motorists cover the cost of damages in most motor vehicle accidents. However, these laws don’t necessarily extend to all different types of vehicles on the road. Motorcycles, for one, are not covered under the Michigan no-fault law, which means motorcyclists may not receive compensation after a crash. If […]
In Michigan, motorcyclists are allowed to decide for themselves whether or not they will wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle. However, in order to ride without a motorcycle helmet, certain criteria must be met to assure the state that the rider is able to make such a judgment on their own. All riders without […]
Did you know that one out of every five drivers is not insured? This means that if you were to sustain injuries in an accident you might not be able to receive the help you need. However, if you add uninsured motorist coverage to your policy, you can avoid finding yourself in a terrible predicament. […]
Now that cold weather and snow storms are sweeping across the country, you should ask yourself: Am I prepared to drive in chilly, winter conditions? During the winter, you should only drive when it is necessary. If you find that you need to drive during the winter, do so during the day and stay on […]
