Metier Law Firm has provided comfort, safety, and strength to injured motorcycle riders for more than 30 years. In that time, we’ve learned an incredible amount of information about how to stay safe on the road, what to do after an accident, and how to help our clients understand what they should expect when working with a motorcycle accident attorney. This section of our personal injury blog features helpful information about motorcycle accidents, and we recommend checking back often for regular updates.
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U.S. Army officials have started to look for ways to lower the rate of motorcycle accidents among its service members. In 2014, the Army had the smallest number of accidental deaths, and current plans are to continue driving those numbers down. The Army Combat Readiness Safety Center policy has been to develop outreach efforts on… read more
Colorado Springs has seen an influx in the number of motorcycle accidents during the last year, with half of traffic accidents involving motorcyclists. Of the 26 people killed in city traffic accidents, 12 of them were riding a motorcycle. City officials are perplexed as to what is causing the spike in accidents. One rider involved… read more
Motorcycle injuries can become immensely costly if you survive one. According to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), the medical costs of surviving a motorcycle accident can be anywhere from $2,500 to $1.4 million depending on the type of injuries sustained. Some of the injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident can lead to permanent life changes… read more
Visibility has always been a serious issue for motorcyclists, and lack of visibility causes a fair share of accidents and fatalities. Recently, there have been some new ideas and innovations put forward that are going to attempt to fix the problem. One man’s motorcycle accident turned into a $100,000 idea when he started a company,… read more
Several organizations and non-profits exist to promote and educate the public on motorcycle safety. One very reputable organization, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF), offers training and classes that can be taken in many places across the country. In addition to offering classes, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Board of Trustees is composed of several executives affiliated… read more
Motorcycles are a fun, fast and stylish way to arrive at your destination, but they offer very little protection against potential accidents. Being prepared for the worst can be accomplished by educating yourself on how to reduce the odds of an accident in the first place, but having insurance options will further hedge against a… read more
Potential risks and obstacles can materialize for motorcycle riders and give little to no warning until it is too late. Highway construction zones, traffic jams and poor weather can cause motorcycle accidents, and that is why it is important to be prepared and aware of what dangers lay ahead. Work zone obstacles can mean uneven… read more
Motorcycle accidents occur frequently, because other drivers are not paying careful enough attention to what is happening around them. Failure to see someone on a motorcycle is a top contributor to accidents, but accidents of this nature may soon cease to exist. New technology will make cars smarter and more aware of surroundings, and that… read more
Electric motorcycles are due to arrive on American streets, and they will give riding a cleaner and sleeker appeal. Last year, an electric motorcycle entered and easily won a contest called the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, arriving at the finish line within 10 minutes. Pikes Peak is no easy course to get through, hosting… read more
Staying visible on a motorcycle can make an enormous difference when riding out among cars and trucks on the open road. Motorcycle accidents sometimes happen because cars or trucks make a mistake and are unable to see motorcycle riders near their vehicle. Avoiding motorcycle accidents entirely may be an impossible task given the number of… read more
