A motorcycle lacks the crashworthiness and occupant protection characteristics of an automobile. An automobile has more weight and bulk than a motorcycle. It has door beams, a roof, airbags, and seat belts. It is also more stable because it is on four wheels. Because of its size, an automobile is easier to see. What a motorcycle sacrifices in weight, bulk, and other crashworthiness characteristics, is somewhat offset by its agility, maneuverability, ability to stop quickly, and ability to swerve quickly when necessary, as well as the ability to speed up more quickly to avoid a hazard ahead.
A motorist who is distracted by his or her phone, changing the radio station, or paying more attention to passengers than to the road is likely to collide with a motorbike rider. Such distractions give the driver little time to react and result in a powerful collision that causes serious harm.
When a vehicle or truck driver switches lanes, motorcycles are particularly vulnerable since they may easily slip into the driver’s blind area. When drivers fail to check for motorcyclists before indicating a lane change, the motorbike is frequently sideswiped. As a result, the cyclist is flung to the ground and may receive catastrophic and long-term damage.
A driver who has just parked their car and opens the driver-side door without first checking for other traffic can put motorcyclists at risk.
Speeding or intoxication is responsible for around half of all motorcycle accidents. This number is not unexpected since these elements also significantly impact automobile and other vehicle accidents. On the other hand, motorcycles offer little protection to the rider; therefore, collisions involving speeding or intoxication are considerably more likely to end in death or serious injury.
Around half of all motorcycle accidents are caused by speeding or drinking. This figure is not surprising, given that the same factors also play a role in a car and other vehicle accidents. On the other hand, motorcycles provide very little protection to the rider; therefore, accidents involving speeding or alcohol are far more likely to result in death or serious damage.
If you have been in an accident and need assistance or know of someone who is, you need someone in your corner to protect your rights during this difficult time.
At The Law Office of Cohen & Riechelson, we pridefully represent clients in Trenton, Princeton, Hamilton, and the greater Mercer County area. Whether you have yet to decide your next steps fully or are ready to move forward immediately, our knowledgeable team of attorneys is only a phone call away.
You can call us at 609.528.2596 or contact us through our online contact form.
NJ Sidewalk Fall Injury? Public vs. Private Property and How to Determine Who Pays Sidewalk… Read More
One of Cohen & Riechelson's partners, Attorney Kevin S. Riechelson, has been called upon to… Read More
It is Important for Injured Employees to Understand the Ways They Can Track Their Workers'… Read More
Workers' Comp Offers Help for Job Injuries, But Laws Vary By State. In NJ and… Read More
A Workers’ Compensation Lien In New Jersey Allows Employers or Insurance Companies to Recover Costs… Read More
Recognizing the Tactics Used by “Ambulance Chaser” Lawyers is Crucial When Seeking Quality Legal Assistance… Read More