Motorcycle Accidents

People who are avid motorcycle riders get to enjoy the limitless freedom of cruising on the road.  However, they are also in a very unique position, as they must share the road with cars, trucks and SUVs that are much larger.  When people ride their motorcycles, they are left exposed to dangers that operators of other motor vehicles do not have to worry about.  For example, if a car driver is involved in a crash, the driver will be protected by his/her car’s sturdy exterior.  Unlike car drivers, if a motorcyclist is involved in a collision, his/her body will take the brunt of the impact as his/her vehicle has no form of external protection.

For this reason, and many others, motorcycle riders who are involved in accidents often sustain serious injuries to their heads, necks, spinal cords and limbs.  In some very unfortunate cases, motorcycle accidents can even lead to fatalities. 

Motorcycle Accident Risks

Did you know that in the majority of motorcycle accident cases, accidents occurred because drivers of other vehicles failed to yield the right of way to motorcyclists?  Well, the truth is that many drivers of cars, trucks and SUVs simply fail to acknowledge motorcyclists.  Instead of sharing the road, other drivers will either ignore or fail to see motorcycle riders, which can lead to horrendous accidents.

Did you know that, according the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA), motorcyclists are 26 times more likely to die in an auto accident than passengers of motor vehicles?  It is not surprising that motorcyclists are at greater risk for injury and even death than operators or passengers of other automobiles, which are much larger.

Once people have been involved in motorcycle accidents, it is always in their best interests to speak with an attorney who specifically handles auto accident cases.  In some cases, motorcyclists may be allowed to recover compensation from negligent drivers for their injuries, property damage and suffering.

Orange County Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

If you have been injured during a motorcycle accident, it is always to your advantage to review your rights and legal options with a qualified personal injury attorney.  Contact Cohn & Swartzon today to schedule your first auto accident consultation!