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In order to help encourage drivers to practice safe driving and recognize motorcyclist, Slaughter & Slaughter is joining numerous local organizations and other federal, State and local highway safety, law enforcement, and motorcycle organizations to proclaim May 2008 as “Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.”
Motorcycle fatalities now account for 11 percent of total road fatalities and have increased each year from a low of 2,116 in 1997 to 4,810 in 2006. So while there has been continued success in reducing vehicle deaths in recent years, this progress is being negatively affected by the rise in motorcycle fatalities which has more than doubled
Motorcyclists are much more vulnerable than passenger vehicle drivers in the event of a crash. Research shows that approximately 80 percent of motorcycle crashes injure or kill a motorcycle rider, while only 20 percent of passenger car crashes injure or kill a motor vehicle driver or passenger.
Please participate in the various events and functions around your area in helping to help promote safe driving and motorcycle accident prevention.
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If you or a loved one has been involved in a motorcycle accident, you understand the severity and potential life-threatening dangers of such a catastrophic crash. Below is a compilation of a few serious motorcycle accidents that were caught on tape and shared with us on youtube.com. As you can see, most of the time the driver of the car does not see the biker or motorcyclist. The majority of motorcycle accidents are caused by inattentive drivers, reckless car drivers and the lack of respect given to bikers on the road.
Some of these videos are graphic but slow clearly why being involved in a motorcycle accident often results in serious injuries. The videos show a driver of a car running a red light and smashing into a motorcycle who had a green light, as well as two unsafe lane changes made by the cars.
If you or a loved one has suffered from a catastrophic injury resulting in paraplegia or quadriplegia, having a law firm with the experience, the reputation and track record of success in handling these types of cases is one of the most important decisions you can make on your path towards recovery.
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Injuries resulting in paraplegia or quadriplegia often involve blunt force trauma impact to the spinal cord. The area of the spinal cord that is effected will determine the physical impairment the injury will cause.
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One of the most typical injuries seen after a motorcycle accident or severe car accident happens to be the fracture of the pelvis or broken pelvis bone. Because of the different types of fractures and breaks, there are many different approaches to treating a break or fracture of the pelvis.
At the law firm of Slaughter & Slaughter, our team of attorneys has successfully represented clients who have suffered from pelvis fractures and broken pelvis bones. Our aggressive lawyers will provide you with personal and effective representation in your case.
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UPDATE: LAPD Central Traffic Watch Command 213-972-1853. --- This morning around 8am, a large yellow school bus struck and killed a woman who was walking through a crosswalk in Westlake, California just north of Los Angeles. Police are investigating the accident and believe that the driver had just dropped off its passengers at an Earth Day event nearby.
Any information regarding this hit-and-run accident should be reported immediately to the local authorities. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a school bus or have been seriously injured by a school bus, it is important that you seek the proper legal representation to protect your rights.
You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Call now for a free legal consultation of your case (310) 882-6810. Our team of attorneys will help you through these difficult times.
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Pelvic fractures are one of the most common injuries associated with trauma or accidents making up nearly 10 % of all fractures. A pelvic fracture is also one of the most serious injuries often requiring several surgical procedures to correct and months of ongoing treatment and physical therapy.
The pelvis is composed of the ileum, the ischium and public bones all which are connected to form a ring which is attached to the sacrum. While a pelvis fracture can be caused by many different reasons, high impact force and trauma remain the most common causes, generally as a result of a motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents, car accidents, pedestrian being hit by cars or major slip and falls accidents.
The pain associated with a pelvic fracture can be excruciating. Generally, the trauma that caused the pelvis fracture also causes severe injury to the surrounding muscles and tissues. It is critical that you seek the proper medical care if you have been involved in a serious accident. An orthopedic doctor with be able to determine whether a particular pelvis fracture is going to require surgical repair or not.
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1. There are a lot more cars and trucks than motorcycles on the road, and some drivers don't "recognize" a motorcycle; they ignore it (usually unintentionally). Look for motorcycles, especially when checking traffic at an intersection.
2. Because of its small size, a motorcycle may look farther away than it is. It may also be difficult to judge a motorcycle’s speed. When checking traffic to turn at an intersection or into (or out of) a driveway, predict a motorcycle is closer than it looks.
3. Because of its small size, a motorcycle can be easily hidden in a car’s blind spots (door/roof pillars) or masked by objects or backgrounds outside a car (bushes, fences, bridges, etc). Take an extra moment to thoroughly check traffic, whether you're changing lanes or turning at intersections.
4. Because of its small size a motorcycle may seem to be moving faster than it really is. Don't assume all motorcyclists are speed demons.
5. Motorcyclists often slow by downshifting or merely rolling off the throttle, thus not activating the brake light. Allow more following distance, say 3 or 4 seconds. At intersections, predict a motorcyclist may slow down without visual warning.
6. Turn signals on a motorcycle usually are not self-canceling, thus some riders, (especially beginners) sometimes forget to turn them off after a turn or lane change. Make sure a motorcycle's signal is for real.
7. Motorcyclists often adjust position within a lane to be seen more easily and to minimize the effects of road debris, passing vehicles, and wind. Understand that motorcyclists adjust lane position for a purpose, not to be reckless or show off or to allow you to share the lane with them.
8. Maneuverability is one of a motorcycle's better characteristics, especially at slower speeds and with good road conditions, but don't expect a motorcyclist to always be able to dodge out of the way.
9. Stopping distance for motorcycles is nearly the same as for cars, but slippery pavement makes stopping quickly difficult. Allow more following distance behind a motorcycle because it can't always stop "on a dime."
10. When a motorcycle is in motion, don't think of it as motorcycle; think of it as a person.
Source: Motorcycle Safety Foundation
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Bike riding remains one of the most popular forms of transportation as well as recreational activity. Unfortunately, reckless drivers and negligent driving habits can result in the serious injury of a cyclist.
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Being involved in a car accident in Los Angeles is not a rare incident. Not only is a car accident a difficult and costly experience to go through, but it can result in serious injuries that may lead to a visit to the hospital requiring surgery, therapy and have life-long effects.
If you or a loved on has been injured in a car accident, having an experienced car accident law firm represent you is one of the most important decisions you make. Let our team of our experienced car accident lawyers fight for your rights.
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