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…
The Top 5 Motorcycle Hazards in Fall
The crowds of summer have started thinning, while the leaves on the trees begin changing colors and falling to the ground. Autumn makes terrific riding weather, but the colder temperatures and leaves introduce a new set of hazards for motorcycle riders: Leaves Drivers, both of cars and motorcycles, find themselves easily distracted by the colors….
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…
Why Do More Motorcycle Crashes Happen in July?
It’s summer, but don’t let the gorgeous weather fool you. For motorcyclists, July is the most dangerous month. Earlier, Progressive Insurance released some statistics that accident-related claims increase in July. Warm weather is a contributing factor – after all, who doesn’t want to go out and ride? But the weather also brings out other motorists,…
Tips for Finding a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Trantolo & Trantolo’s team includes multiple staff members who ride. However, when you’re searching for a motorcycle accident attorney, it’s just as important to consider knowledge as it is to factor in experience. Motorcycle accidents are 26 times more likely to result in death than ordinary car collisions and, in fact, are the leading cause…
