Welcome to the bike accident section of the Metier Law Firm blog. As experienced motorcycle accident attorneys, we believe that it’s our duty to help riders across the nation stay safe on the road. On this page, you can find posts about notable motorcycle accidents, new laws, safe riding tips, and more. We update our blog often, so check back frequently and be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for even more useful information.
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Colorado State Patrol troopers suspect that excessive speeds as well as alcohol may have contributed to the fatal motorcycle accident that occurred on March 25. Witnesses reported that two motorcycles were traveling at high rates of speed on Interstate 70 when one rider lost control, slamming into a retaining wall near the off-ramp. The 52-year-old… read more
A South Asian company called Roof For Two believes it has solved the age-old problem of keeping motorcyclists dry when caught in a rainstorm. The video above shows a demo of a motorcycle cover the company developed called the “Rain Runner.” It is a quick and portable folding cover that encapsulates the rider from outside… read more
On eastbound Interstate 10 near West Convina, between 250 and 400 motorcycles abruptly stopped traffic on January 27 in order for 24-year-old Hector Martinez to propose to his girlfriend. It was a joyous event filled with pink smoke, revving motorcycles and a very surprised bride-to-be. However, there was one group who was not thrilled about… read more
Very few facts have been released about a fatal motorcycle accident that occurred on March 13. Brighton’s Standard Blade reported that 54-year-old Jeffrey Meeker was struck and killed by another vehicle while riding his motorcycle near East Bridge Street and South 22nd Avenue. 21-year-old Zebulon Graeb was attempting to turn left in his SUV when… read more
Spring is here, and motorcyclists everywhere know that this is the optimal weather in which to ride. With the increase of riders on the road, the risk of riders being involved in accidents and sustaining personal injuries also increases. According to the Red Stone Rocket, Army officials state that at its peak, it was losing… read more
As a follow up to a blog we wrote last week, Colorado State Patrol has released more information regarding a motorcycle accident that occurred on March 3 to help them locate a woman who stopped to render aid. According to police reports, Andrew Fodera was traveling southbound on Interstate 25 near North Academy when the… read more
A man from Colorado Springs lost control while riding his motorcycle early morning on March 3. Both his bike and body were violently propelled and came to rest along southbound Interstate 25 near North Academy Boulevard. However, KRDO-TV has reported that a car came through the area after the motorcycle accident and drove across the… read more
Frank Alphonso, known professionally as Frank Lee, was a nationally renowned tattoo artist. According to a writeup in Tattoo Artist Magazine, Lee is “often cited as an early inspiration by other top tattoers…in street shops worldwide.” His career came to a tragic end on Friday, February 22 when he died in a motorcycle accident. According… read more
Nicholas Linton, 29, was riding east on I-88 near Naperville, Illinois when he attempted to switch lanes. An unmarked police cruiser allegedly clipped the back wheel, throwing Linton from his bike and into the path of his two friends, who were also on motorcycles. The impact from his friend’s motorcycle caused fatal injuries, and he… read more
Police and witnesses say that road rage may have contributed to a recent motorcycle and truck accident in Knoxville. The accident occurred on Clinton Highway on Sunday, February 24. A large truck crashed into a motorcycle rider, and the rider was transported to a hospital for treatment. Witnesses said that it looked like the truck… read more
