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Car Accidents Involving Motorcycles
Orlando, Florida
Motorcycles are inherently more dangerous then standard automobiles. While not every motorcycle accident results in physical harm, car accidents involving motorcycles increase the risk of catastrophic injuries and likelihood of death to the motorcycle operator.
Increased Danger for Motorcycle Operators
When a motorcycle accident occurs without another vehicle’s involvement, the operator stands a greater chance of walking away unscathed.
However, when an auto accident involving a motorcycle occurs, the motorcycle operator is typically ejected from his motorcycle and subjected to the dangers of an open road. In addition to the possibility of breaking bones during impact, ejection puts him at risk of sustaining catastrophic injury from:
- Being run over by other vehicles
- Collision with other vehicles while in mid-air
- Collision with concrete and other stationary objects
Statistics of Car Accidents Involving Motorcycles
A study by the University of Southern California, which examined 3,600 motorcycle accidents in the southern California area, revealed frightening statistics regarding motorcycle accidents:
- Weather only influenced 2% of all motorcycle accidents
- Car accidents involving motorcycles most frequently occur at an intersection
- Nearly 2/3 of car accidents involving motorcycles occur due to a car violating a motorcycle’s right of way
- Approximately 3/4 of motorcycle collisions involved another vehicle
While driver negligence will always occur, motorcycle operators can enhance their safety by increasing awareness at intersections, which is clearly the most dangerous location.
Why You Need a Motorcycle Accident Attorney
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a motorcycle accident that involved another car, the likelihood is serious injury and personal damages have been sustained. Since the majority of accidents occur at intersections, the likelihood of culpability is high.
In order to ensure you obtain full compensation for your damages, it is essential that you:
- Accept medical treatment at the accident site
- Consult with potential witnesses and obtain their personal information
- Never accept blame
- Remain calm and composed
- If able, photograph the accident site. A cell phone’s camera will suffice
For more information, see Questions about Car Accidents Involving Motorcycles.
Insurance companies send out agents skilled at intimidating and persuading you to settle for less than you deserve. At Best & Anderson, our motorcycle accident attorneys will fight diligently to obtain compensation for your damages and will never settle for less than your case is worth. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a car accident that involved a motorcycle in the Orlando, Florida area, please contact our personal injury office today to schedule your free consultation.
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