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The month of May 2008 is recognized as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Unfortunately, we are once again reminded of the tragic reality that most drivers do not see or pay close enough attention to recognizing the motorcyclist on the roads. This morning at around 6:45am, another fatal motorcycle accident occurred in Elk Grove, California just south of Sacramento.
A driver of a Toyota Prius was attempting to turn onto Grant Lane Road from Sloughhouse Road. While he was waiting for traffic to clear before turning onto the road, the driver did not see the motorcycle on the road accelerated and went into the lane of traffic where he realized the motorcycle approaching. It was too late.
The CHP preliminary investigation noted that the driver of the Prius to be at fault for a right-of-way violation, failure to yield to oncoming traffic. The investigation however, is not finalized and will continue.
The motorcyclist was a 37-year-old Rancho Cordova man who was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
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On Friday afternoon, a motorcyclist was killed on Sunset Blvd. near Brentwood. The motorcycle was struck by a dump truck and the biker was trapped by the truck’s wheels and died on the scene. Sunset Boulevard was closed for nearly 5 hours as police and emergency crews responded to the motorcycle accident. The LA Times reported that the victim was a 40 year-old-man from Santa Monica.
The accident took place on Sunset Blvd, west of the 405 underpass. Tragic accidents like this require proper and thorough investigation into the causes of the accident. Police and investigation crews shut down Sunset Blvd to conduct their investigation.
It is important to seek the proper legal advise if you or a loved one has been involved in a motorcycle accident. It is important to have a law firm with the experience, the reputation and the track record to fight for your rights and to seek the maximum compensation available.
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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.
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.
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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Motorcycle accidents can be some of the most devastating accidents on the roads. If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, there is a good chance you are suffering from various injuries and need proper and aggressive legal representation to help you recover.
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Motorcycle accidents can be one of the most devastating types of accidents resulting in serious injuries and more often than not, fatalities. Last week, a motorcyclist was killed when a big rig collided with his Harley Davidson in Athens Village.
Often times, truck drivers and other drivers of the road either do not see, or do not provide right-of-way to motorcycle drivers and motorcyclist. The stereo-type is that motorcyclist are at fault when the reality is that most motorcycle accidents and collisions are caused by inattentive drivers of cars, trucks and big rigs.
If you are a motorcyclist and have been injured in an accident, call our offices today for a FREE CONSULTATION of your claim. Chances are that you have suffered serious injuries including broken bones and lacerations as well as internal injuries. It is important to seek the proper, aggressive, experienced and effective legal representation need to seek the maximum compensation for your injuries.
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Being in a motorcycle accident often results in having serious injuries because of the lack of protection for the biker from other cars and the pavement.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Los Angeles, one of the most important decisions you make on your road to recovery is hiring the right law firm to represent you.
You should hire a law firm with the experience, the reputation and the track record of successful motorcycle cases to help you seek the maximum compensation available for your injuries.
Slaughter & Slaughter personal injury lawyers will fight for you. Historically, insurance companies have been known to not treat victims of accidents fairly and it is our firm's job to fight for what we feel is fair.
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Southern California provides one of the most ideal places for a motorcyclist to take a Harley Davidson, Yamaha, MBW Motorcycle, Honda motorcycle, Kawasaki motorcycle, Titan motorcycle or other motorcycle out in the open for a ride. The ideal weather and scenic routes along the Pacific Coast Highway and Los Angeles freeways provides a unique riding experience. Unfortunately, these highways and freeways in California are not always safe for motorcycle riders and motorcyclist.
In Los Angeles, the 101, 405, 5, 110, 605 and 710 freeways can prove to be extremely dangerous for motorcycle accidents. For this reasons, California has enacted very strict motorcycle helmet laws.
Motorcycle accidents can be caused by many reasons including careless drivers, careless passengers, negligent car and automobile drivers, road hazards such as pot holes or construction areas without any signage or warnings, weather conditions, racing, lane splitting or lane sharing, traffic violations just to name a few.
Because of the conditions in which a motorcycle is driven, there is more of a chance to have a serious injury as a result of a motorcycle accident or crash. Broken bones, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, skull fractures and brain bleeding and even death can result as of a motorcycle accident in California.
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In 1992, the California legislature enacted a law that required all motorcycle riders to wear a helmet. As of 2006, only three states (Colorado, Iowa and Illinois) do not require motorcycle riders to wear a helmet. Check to see California’s bicycle helmet laws as they differ in requirements.
Wearing a helmet may make a difference when filing a claim for recovery for injuries as a result of your motorcycle accident in California. For example, if you were wearing a helmet, but your injury was not in the head or neck area, the helmet may be insignificant. Since you still would have been injured regardless of the helmet, generally this will make no difference in your claim. On the other hand, if you were wearing a helmet and you suffered an injured to the head or neck area, the fact that you were wearing a helmet may make a difference in your claim (see comparative negligence). Since California requires all motorcycle riders to wear a helmet, if you suffered a head, neck or brain injury as a result of a motorcycle accident and you were not wearing a helmet, it will be very difficult to recover since this may establish comparative negligence.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2004, 4,008 motorcyclist were killed in traffic accidents with 46% of the fatalities being the age of 40 or older. The NHTSA also reports that motorcycle deaths have increased by 89% from 1997 – 2004.
Each year, the month of May has been designated as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Each state uses this month to promote safe motorcycle riding. Wearing the proper protective gear including helmets, padding, footwear, eye protection and gloves can help prevent injury and possible fatalities.
If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, it is important to seek immediate medical attention and speak with an experienced attorney about your legal rights.
In Southern California, one of the most common recreational activities on the freeways and roads are the traditional motorcycle or bike ride. Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle can also be one of the most dangerous activities.
Motorcycle Accidents often leave their victims with serious and traumatic injuries and sometimes even death. California Law requires that all motorcycle riders wear a helmet.
