An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure! Drive safe, live long! If you get hurt, make them pay!
According to the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), on average, about 13.1 percent of each 100,000 vehicular crashes result in death. When it comes to motorcycle accidents, the fatality ratio jumps to 72.34 percent. In fact, about 5,000 motorcycle riders are tragically killed and thousands more are grievously injured on our roads, avenues, streets and highways, every year. In other words, based on mileage travelled, there are 35 times more deaths from motorcycle accidents, crashes and incidents than from other motor vehicles. It is also a well-known fact that California is the Motorcycle Macca in the World. Its thousands of miles of meandering roads zig-zagging the breathtaking coastlines, sky scraping mountains, lush forests and awe-inspiring deserts are alluring offers hard to refuse. From time to time, everyone would dream of riding California’s winding roads and feel the creases of its soft breath on their souls. Unfortunately, the legal impediments on the path to recoveries are not as agreeable as the beautiful weather, and nowhere as clear as California’s blue skies. That is because, there is a well-known and primarily false presumption of fault against bikers that can shatter any hope of justice. This is why, if you are seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, or a loved-one has been killed, you should click or call Chosen Motorcycle Lawyers right away. It is important that you Know and Protect Your Rights, The Right Way, Right Away, and Fast!
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON CAUSES OF MOTORCYCLE CRASH, INCIDENTS AND ACCIDENTS?
HEAD-ON COLLISIONS
In the vast majority of motorcycle accidents, cars strike motorcycles head-on; about 78% of the time. Head-on collisions between a car and motorcycle are often fatal to the motorcyclist.
LEFT-HAND TURNS
Another dangerous situation for motorcyclists is when cars are making left-hand turns without proper signals. These accidents account for 42% of all crashes between motorcycles and cars.
LANE SPLITTING
Lane splitting occurs when a motorcycle drives between two lanes of stopped or slowly moving vehicles. Lane splitting is a common practice in traffic jams. In some states safe lane splitting is permissible, yet in some it is illegal.
SPEED AND DRUG
It is hard to fathom, but about half of the accidents involving motorcycles are caused by excessive speed and/or use of drugs: mainly alcohol.
ROAD HAZARDS
Motorcycles face higher dangers from road hazards than do cars and other vehicles. Due to the smaller size and less stable nature of the motorcycles, potholes, dead animals, slick pavement conditions or other unexpected objects on the road pose a serious safety threat to motorcyclists.
LACK OF ATTENTION TO RULES OF THE ROADS
Texting, sexting, talking, watching videos or looking at maps and other distracting activities cause most of the serious crashes. And when such incidents involve motorcycles, it often is catastrophic.
ROUGH WEATHER
California’s diversity in roads is closely matched with the unpredictability of its weather conditions. Sometimes, you can experience freezing cold, scorching heat, snow and outdoor sun tanning conditions within a short distance and lapse of time. Unfortunately, this diversity can become major hazards for motorcycle riders and other vehicles that don’t properly head the call of nature.
VEHICULAR DEFECTS
Defective tires, brake systems and other technical problems associated with motor vehicles could and do cause major accidents and life-altering injuries.
BREAKING RULES OF THE ROADS
It is well-known to all drivers and riders that following too closely or tail-gating can injure, maim and kill. Especially, if such unwise moves are prompted by road rage and war of egos. Calm Down, Breath, Live, Ride and Drive a Live!
Unfortunately, accidents, incidents and crashes do happen and often in the least expected moments of our lives. The most important issue after a serious accident is to make sure that you receive the necessary medical care. You should also protect your legal rights by consulting a Capable, Credible and Compassionate Chosen Motorcycle Injury Attorney, right away. To make sure you have immediate access to your Chosen Lawyers, we are open and on call 24/365. All you have to do is click or call Chosen Lawyers. They will accurately inform you of your rights and responsibilities, and as soon as you retain them, they will make all the arrangements for you to heal, while they make all the necessary deals.
Remember: When it comes to Serious Injuries, what you don’t know can Seriously impede Your Rights and Recoveries!
COULD A POLICE REPORT BE WRONG?
YES! About 2000 years ago, one of the wisest and most sober people in Roman History, Emperor Marcus Aurelius: said: “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact; and everything we see is a prospective, not the Truth.” This timeless wisdom is the essence of our justice system, today. Generally, everything that a police officer says in an accident report is either an opinion or hearsay. And all opinions and hearsay communications are subject to cross-examinations, and must sift through siphons of procedures and rules of law.
Chosen Lawyers do not simply submit to findings of the police reports. They make sure every bit of it passes the litmus test of competent lawyering and committed representation. In many cases, Chosen lawyers make the police officer accept that he or she made a grave mistake, rendered a wrong or biased opinion. Remember, Chosen Lawyers only Trust, after a Complete and Comprehensive Verification. And that is why we are the Chosen Lawyers for the Job!