Massachusetts Personal Injury Library
Learning from Motorcycle Accident Data (Part B)
Wear a Motorcycle Helmet
Head wounds and traumatic brain injuries add greatly to the rate of motorcycle fatalities. According to the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, the likelihood of severe brain injury increased by over 600% among riders who were not wearing a helmet at the time of their motorcycle accident.
Massachusetts law requires motorcycle operators and passengers to wear a motorcycle helmet. Riders who choose not to wear motorcycle helmets are not only breaking the law, but putting their lives in danger as research has proven that motorcycle helmets have saved thousands of lives in motorcycle accidents.
Motorcycle Safety Tips from the Hurt Report
- The front of the bike is the most important place to put reflective stickers and decals.
- Wearing protective clothing just as jackets, gloves, and goggles, is a great way to reduce the severity of injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents.
- Nearly all motorcycle accidents involving vehicle failure were the result of loss of tire pressure at high speeds. Motorcycle operators should frequently check their tires both before and during rides.
- Keep an eye on the road: potholes and other defects are the cause of approximately 2% of all motorcycle accidents.
Motorcycle accident data is an important method of letting riders know what dangers exist for them and how they can avoid motorcycle accidents to the best of their abilities. If you are injured in a Massachusetts motorcycle accident, you do have legal options for seeking compensation for your medical bills and other expenses. Contacting an Andover motorcycle accident lawyer can give you more information about your specific case.
When looking for a Massachusetts motorcycle accident attorney ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing law; what is the largest settlement or verdict you have obtained; or do you have experience with motorcycle accident claims in Massachusetts? You should also order a FREE copy of our consumer guide, Do Loud Pipes Save Lives? A Biker’s Guide to Accidents and Injuries.
The Kiley Law Group works with you on a contingent basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained Andover motorcycle accidents lawyers wins your case. Contact us today for a FREE evaluation – 800 – 410-2769
