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When the unexpected happens, injured riders should not waste any time seeking the legal counsel of an experienced Fresno motorcycle accident attorney. Prompt legal action is important for several reasons, one of which is the statute of limitations. The statute of limitations is the amount of time a victim is given by the state to file a claim. Typically, the state gives victims two years from the date the injury occurred or from when the injury was...
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San Diego Motorcycle Accident Lawyers: Crash Statistics
Although there are far fewer motorcycles than passenger vehicles on San Diego roads, the number of motorcycle accident related injuries is increasing at an alarming rate. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the likelihood of injury is extremely high for riders when involved in a motorcycle accident. The NHTSA... Read More
Q. How many people are injured in San Diego motorcycle accidents every year?
A. Statistics from the California Highway Patrol’s 2009 Statewide Integrated
Traffic Records System report that 989 people were injured in motorcycle accidents across San Diego County. Tragically, 39 people were killed in San Diego County motorcycle accidents in 2009.
Q. What are the most common types of injuries for a... Read More
On July 12, 2010 34-year-old Michael Heaston was traveling southbound on his motorcycle when he went to make a left hand turn. He was hit by Archie Smith, Jr. who was operating a city bus and claimed that he did not... Read More
Motorcycles offer an economical and enjoyable mode of travel. However, they provide virtually no protection to riders, and their small size makes them difficult for other drivers to see. To help protect the safety of Connecticut motorcyclists and their passengers, the Department of Transportation developed strict rules and requirements for obtaining the qualifications needed for licensed Connecticut drivers to operate motorcycles on public highways.
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