As the weather continues to heat up, more and more riders will pull their motorcycles out of winter storage. Unfortunately, while they are an exhilarating means of transportation, motorcycles are inherently dangerous and can be involved in horrific motor vehicle...
Keeping teens safe on their motorcycles
Teen motorcyclists in Pennsylvania and elsewhere in the U.S. will want to know how they can keep themselves safe. After all, motorcyclists are 35 times more likely than automobile drivers to get in a fatal crash, and 90 percent of all motorcyclists who are involved in...
Report: older riders involved in more fatal motorcycle accidents
There is a stereotype that motorcyclists are all men with tattoos, long hair and a reckless lifestyle. However, the fact is that there is not just one type of motorcyclist. They come in all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life.The same goes for motorcycle...
Motorcyclists at high risk of lower-extremity injuries
Too many people make the mistake of thinking only of brain and spinal cord injuries when it comes to the severe physical damage done in a motorcycle crash. However, injuries of any kind after a motorcycle crash have the potential to be severe and life changing.As...
Motorcycle accidents, wrongful death claims often go hand in hand
There are some types of accidents that are almost certainly going to end with catastrophic injuries. These include collisions at high speeds or involving vehicles of very different sizes.This is why some of the most devastating accidents on the road occur when a car...
Motorcyclists: Don’t ignore your legal options after a crash
Motorcyclists are typically not people who shy away from a little risk. In fact, if you are a rider, chances are you appreciate a little bit of a thrill and danger. However, this excitement-seeking nature does not mean that a person is reckless or immune to injuries...
What if I wasn’t wearing a helmet in my motorcycle crash?
Let's say you needed to make a quick run to the convenience store. Since it was just around the corner, you hopped on your motorcycle and didn't bother putting on a helmet. Sure, the law requires you to wear one, but you didn't think it would be a problem....
Costs of a motorcycle accident with and without a helmet
You're 25 years old, you've taken your motorcycle safety courses, and you've been riding for four years. Under Pennsylvania law, that means you don't have to wear a helmet. You meet all of the criteria and can leave the helmet at home if you want. But should you?...
