The Colorado Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that killed a 57-year-old motorcyclist from Nebraska. On the afternoon of August 15, a 25-year-old man driving a Ford Explorer lost control of his vehicle on Highway 62 near Ridgeway. According to reports, the driver veered off the road and overcorrected, causing his SUV to roll over… read more
Between 2006 and 2010, emergency room visits for traumatic brain injury increased 30 percent. Most of them had no lasting damage, but even minor brain injuries can result in loss of consciousness, harmful swelling and memory loss. Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine examined data from more than 950 U.S. medical centers.… read more
On August 11, Continental announced a tire recall that affects approximately 9,000 tires sold throughout the U.S. and Canada. According to Continental’s statement, the tires may contain a flaw that causes tread separation or air loss. The recall affects Continental’s 120/70 ZR 17 and 120/70 R 17 motorcycle tires, which were sold as original and… read more
On August 3, a speeding motorcycle rider popped a wheelie, ran through a red light and hit a pedestrian crossing the street in Lower Downtown Denver. After the collision, the 28-year-old motorcyclist crashed his bike and grabbed his license plate before fleeing on the back of a friend’s motorcycle. The 23-year-old victim suffered a fractured… read more
Group rides are safer than solo efforts, but riders can still get into serious accidents. To stay safe in large groups, riders must remember to: Organize the Ride – Always meet beforehand to make sure everyone knows the route, including any scheduled stops. Establish hand signals for turns and stops early on, and make sure… read more
In June, the House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 1098, the Traumatic Brain Injury Reauthorization Act (TBIRA). This legislation funds programs that provide resources for traumatic brain injury victims (TBI), while simultaneously investing in TBI research and education. Supporters of the bill believe that the investments will allow researchers to explore several new TBI discoveries.… read more
Group motorcycle rides are a great way to promote camaraderie among riders and safe riding habits, because a group of motorcyclists is more visible than a lone rider. Nearby riders can render aid or call for help in the case of an accident or mechanical breakdown. Recently, a motorcyclist was seriously injured after he hit… read more
When a spinal vertebrate is fractured or dislocated, fragile nerve endings can be permanently damaged. If the spinal cord injury (SCI) is severe enough, the victim could suffer irreversible paralysis, which requires lifelong medical care. SCI victims may require weeks or months of physical therapy to try to regain function, and there are no guaranteed… read more
5000 motorcycle kickstand pucks are being donated by Law Tigers and Metier Law Firm to riders attending the Thunder In The Rockies event this Labor Day weekend. Each year the event is hosted by Thunder Mountain Harley in Loveland, Colorado and attracts up to 40,000 motorcycle enthusiasts who enjoy the concerts, vendors, shows and mountain… read more
Motorcyclists are extremely vulnerable on the road, due to a lack of safety features like seatbelts and airbags. Distracted drivers can be a huge danger to motorcyclists, but more than 40 percent of motorcycle fatalities are single-vehicle collisions. On Saturday, August 3, a Texas man was fatally injured after he lost control of his motorcycle… read more
