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How to Reduce the Risk of Injury in a Motorcycle Accident

Posted on: September 1, 2022. Category: Motorcycle Accident

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Motorcycle accidents are among the most devastating crashes we see. In a collision between a motorcycle and another, larger vehicle, the bike is practically guaranteed to lose. A North Carolina motorcycle accident attorney can help if you or a member of your family suffered injury in a crash for which the driver of a car …

Are Motor Scooters Dangerous?

Posted on: August 9, 2021. Category: Motorcycle Accident

Common Motor Scooter Safety Issues | Whitley Law Firm

Motor scooters tend to have less powerful engines and lower top speeds than motorcycles. Given these differences, riding a motor scooter might seem safer. However, scooters are subject to many of the same dangers faced by motorcyclists. At the Whitley Law Firm, we understand the unique circumstances involved in motor scooter accidents. Our lawyers can …

Proving a Driver Was At Fault for a Motorcycle Accident

Posted on: July 14, 2021. Category: Motorcycle Accident

Proving Liability for a Motorcycle Accident | Whitley Law Firm

Motorcyclists often have a difficult time recovering the compensation they deserve after an accident. Bias from at-fault drivers and insurers represents one of the most serious challenges to success in a motorcycle accident claim. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident caused by a careless driver, you have rights. Although you may be …

What Is the Average Payout for a Motorcycle Accident?

Posted on: March 23, 2021. Category: Motorcycle Accident

Average Compensation for Motorcycle Accident | Whitley Law Firm

Of the many types of collisions we see, motorcycle accidents consistently result in some of the most serious harm. Motorcyclists have virtually no protection in the event of an accident, leaving them vulnerable to a wide range of injuries. Whether you were injured in a crash with a motorist or you were in a single-vehicle …

Motorcycle Accidents & Health Insurance

Posted on: August 2, 2019. Category: Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycle wreck injuries are commonly catastrophic, which is why it is critical for motorcyclists to have health insurance. State medical costs can be extremely high, and anyone experiencing major orthopedic injuries or traumatic brain injuries could have medical bills that run into the hundreds of thousands if not millions of dollars. Because medical care can …

Motorcycle Safety & Preventative Measures

Posted on: August 1, 2019. Category: Motorcycle Accident

Some safety measures motorcyclists can take to help prevent accidents is to seek advice from other experienced bikers. Motorcyclists also should stay up to date on any kind of new safety devices and equipment, such as clothing and helmets. Additionally, motorbike riders should never drive while impaired by drugs or alcohol, should be aware of …

Motorcycle Traffic Laws in Charlotte

Posted on: July 31, 2019. Category: Motorcycle Accident

Traffic laws apply to motorcycles the same as they apply to other motor vehicles. However, some traffic laws are different for bikers than they are for motorists. For instance, motorcycles are required to have their headlights on at all times, and the law requires bikers to have a motorcycle endorsement on their drivers’ license. Also, …

Understanding Motorcycle Safety for a Good Summer

Posted on: July 3, 2019. Category: Motorcycle Accident, Personal Injury

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As the weather gets nicer, more and more people will take their motorcycles onto roadways across the United States. Whether operating a motorcycle, car, or truck, a motorist is required to pay attention to others on the road. Although one driver may do everything right, there are often others that share the road who do …

Raleigh Vespa and Motor Scooter Accidents and Laws

Posted on: October 1, 2018. Category: Motorcycle Accident

If you are among those who own a Vespa or a motor scooter, you know the enjoyment and advantages that could come from riding these motor vehicles. When sharing the roadways with other automobiles, buses, and trucks which are bigger and faster, you may be vulnerable to collisions as a motor scooter driver. Other motorists …

A Motorcyclist Is Legally Allowed to Run a Red Light in North Carolina

Posted on: November 27, 2013. Category: Motorcycle Accident

Even though many stoplights can only feel like they take an eternity, this almost is the case for some motorcyclists. At certain intersections, the sensors may not be able to read the motorcycle. People on bicycles and mopeds may also suffer from this difficulty. Without “safe-on-red” laws, a motorist may decide to run the red …

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