At Metier Law Firm, we’ve fought and won countless motorcycle accident cases for clients across the nation. We’ve been doing it for more than 30 years and, in that time, have come to learn that there’s more to being the best motorcycle accident attorneys we can be than simply winning cases and collecting compensation. We believe that involving ourselves in the communities we serve and creating educational resources are just as important, and that’s exactly what you will find in this section of our blog. For more information from our motorcycle accident attorneys, follow us on YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.
Two Colorado natives were rushed to the hospital with minor injuries after a motorcycle crash on May 19. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, the police started receiving calls around 2:30 p.m. that Sunday, reporting that a man and woman had been injured in a motorcycle accident on eastbound I-70, about four miles west… read more
After a serious motorcycle accident, some riders say the hardest thing to do is get back on your bike; however, many riders who have been paralyzed in an accident never get the option to return to the sport they love, and that can be much harder. Due to advances in technology, paralyzed riders may soon… read more
“There is definitely a trend with new unit sales when gas prices go up,” said a spokesperson for the American Motorcyclist Association. Due to their incredible fuel efficiency, motorcycles seem like a practical solution for many amidst rising gas prices. “We do see kind of a frenzy in the dealership when gas approaches $5 a… read more
The Summit County Off-Road Riders’ (SCORR) fight to secure trails of off-road motorcyclists is finally over. “We’re excited to be able to move forward,” said the SCORR chairman. “It’s been 11 years or something since we started working on this project.” The Colorado Forest Service approved the addition of 13 miles of new trails and… read more
“The ride was absolutely beautiful,” said a participant in the seventh annual Veterans Recognition Ride. The motorcycle procession included roughly 300 participants riding a 40-mile loop through El Paso County, Colorado to honor our nation’s servicemen and women. “It’s huge. It’s once a year,” said one veteran participant. The Veterans Recognition Ride is also a… read more
The Russian motorcycle manufacturer Chak Motors’s newest design, the Molot, may be the world’s safest motorcycle. Chak Motors has taken all of the latest safety features found in high-end luxury cars and integrated them into a sport bike. The Molot features multiple HD cameras, proximity sensors, gyroscopes and multiple radars. The cameras are capable of… read more
Spring is upon us and the snow covered mountain trails have melted, meaning one thing: dirt bike season. There is a vast network of mountainous trails between Aspen and Grand Junction, which offer riders a unique way to enjoy Colorado’s beautiful vistas. However, dirt biking can turn life threatening if approached haphazardly and without the… read more
This summer, Colorado residents will receive tuition assistance for a two-day course on basic motorcycle training. The course is funded by an injury prevention grant awarded by the Northeast Regional EMS Trauma Advisory Council. The classes will take place at the Sterling Airport and will be limited to six riders each. The course is angled… read more
As the weather warms up, more and more bikers venture out on the roads to take advantage of the sunshine. Unfortunately, due to drivers getting used to seeing more bikes on the road, and bikers brushing up on their skills after lying dormant all winter, the roads can be very dangerous this time of year.… read more
The National Safety Council has declared May to be “National Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month.” In the words of Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, “Louisiana citizens recognize the fact that all licensed vehicle operators have the same rights and privileges on our roads and highways, and all motorists should be aware of their surroundings while driving.”… read more
