Motorcycle Accidents

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America’s Most Dangerous Highways for Motorcyclists: A Data-Driven Safety Study

Every time you ride a motorcycle, you take a risk. But do you know which highways are the deadliest for motorcyclists in America? Between 2020 and 2024, thousands of riders lost their lives on U.S. highways. Our study analyzes five years of crash data, highlighting the most dangerous roads, key risk factors, and alarming trends...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

June 16, 2025

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Average Motorcycle Accident Settlement in Connecticut

The average motorcycle accident settlement in Connecticut differs widely depending on numerous factors, including the victim’s injuries and losses, applicable insurance policies, and Connecticut liability laws. Learn which circumstances affect a Connecticut motorcycle collision settlement and what you can do to improve your chances for a higher payout. A Connecticut motorcycle accident attorney can review...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

May 8, 2025

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Tips for Finding a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Connecticut

Motorcycle accidents are more likely to result in death than ordinary car collisions. Riders, even with full safety gear, are vulnerable to significant injuries in an accident. Those involved have a greater chance of experiencing catastrophic injuries, which requires extensive time away from work and results in high medical bills. Yet, as is the case...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

January 16, 2025

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Riding In Traffic: 4 Tips For Motorcyclists

There is no feeling quite like riding your motorcycle in the sunshine! Now is the perfect time to take your bike on a day trip or short spin around town, yet warm weather increases the number of motorists and pedestrians on the roads. When you’re battling traffic, it’s important to remember motorcycles are less visible...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

May 19, 2020

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Connecticut Motorcycle Laws You Should Know

For those planning to ride on Connecticut’s roads, it’s advised to be aware of the local laws in advance. What should you know? Is Your Bike Actually a Motorcycle? This may seem like a strange question, but Connecticut differentiates bikes between mopeds and motor scooters for licensing, registration and insurance purposes. Motor scooters encompass all...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

March 20, 2020

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Driving & Walking Dangers of Pothole Season

Many New Englanders cannot wait for spring to arrive. After a long winter, we can finally see the grass and pavement again! However, spring is also the time when potholes begin popping up on our local roadways. Potholes form when water seeps below the pavement, freezes and expands, cracking the asphalt above. Whether you’re on...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

April 17, 2018

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Why Lane Splitting Is So Dangerous

Many motorists have heard that lane-splitting is dangerous. Lane-splitting, the practice of a motorcycle driving in between two lanes of traffic, is illegal in some states, including Connecticut. Yet, during the warmer months, you’ll frequently catch other riders doing this get somewhere quicker or avoid the gridlock. But, how unsafe is lane-splitting? According to statistics, one-fifth of...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

September 21, 2016

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Most Dangerous Roads for Motorcycles in CT

Did you know that Connecticut is one of the top 10 most dangerous states for riding a motorcycle? Here, statistics show that 72 to 76 percent of all motorcycle crashes result in fatalities. When a driver is drunk, this statistic increases even more. Of all the places motorcyclists can travel across our state, certain spots...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

September 6, 2016

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Harley Davidson Recalls 27,000 2016 Models

At the end of July, Harley-Davidson announced its own recall concerning roughly 27,000 motorcycles over a defective clutch. The clutch of these 2016 models has trouble disengaging, which may cause unexpected movement and could increase the rider’s crash risk. Accidents or injuries have yet to be reported. However, reports indicate that this recall follows a...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

August 11, 2016

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The Worst Driving Conditions for Motorcycles

The road’s physical conditions – caused by weather or poor property maintenance – may turn into a trap for motorcycle riders. Because of the two-wheeled design and lack of enclosure, motorcycles keep riders vulnerable, which, in turn, makes injuries resulting from slippery roads and uneven pavement significantly worse. As the risks are considerable, riders must...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

March 15, 2016

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Who’s at Fault in a Motorcycle Accident?

You and a car collide. As a motorcyclist, you’re bound to suffer more damage, from seeing your ride totaled to experiencing a higher level of injury. Yet, while fault is easily assigned in certain instances, some factors make it less clear cut. In an auto accident, regardless of the vehicles involved, the following must be...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

November 20, 2015

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The Worst Time to Drive: By Hour, Day & Month

When are you more likely to get into an auto accident? While you may follow the rule of the road, certain times of the year are less safe than others: By Month Summer’s the least-safe month to drive, with August being its peak. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

September 3, 2015

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