Motorcycles are typically seasonal transportation in Minnesota, as frozen precipitation and heavy winds in the colder months keep all but the most dedicated motorcycle riders off the road. During the summer months, there is a massive influx of motorcycles on the...
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3 common reasons drivers cause crashes with motorcycles
Collisions between motorcycles and larger motor vehicles often have poor outcomes for those who are traveling via two-wheeled transportation. Motorcycles offer very little physical protection from the trauma of a collision, and the bigger size and heavier weight of an...
3 things to know about motorcycle crashes
Motorcyclists enjoy the open road, especially in the warmer months of the year. All drivers need to ensure they’re watching out for motorcycles, but some don’t take this responsibility seriously. Unfortunately, a motorcyclist is the one who’s likely going to have to...
Why do motorcycle crashes happen so often?
When you think about motorcycle crashes, one of the things you might imagine is a car pulling into the lane and cutting off the motorcyclist’s line of travel. You might think about a car pushing into the lane that is already occupied by a motorcyclist, leading to...
When should I replace my motorcycle helmet?
Riding a motorcycle can make every trip out feel like an adventure. Now that summer is in full swing; it is time to get the bike out as often as possible. Part of being a wise motorcyclist is ensuring you have the proper protection in case of an accident. While your...
Left Turn Motorcycle Wrecks and Buffalo Car Crash Lawyers
These kinds of motorcycle crashes, which are also known as SMIDSY wrecks (for sorry, mate, I didn’t see you), are quite common in Wright County. Generally, the tortfeasor (negligent driver) is waiting to make an unprotected left turn against traffic, either at an...
How Does a Personal Injury Lawyer in Brainerd, MN Resolve Motorcycle Crash Claims?
When vehicles collide, multiple restraint layers protect vehicle occupants from injury. Yet these crashes still kill or seriously injure millions of people every year, largely due to the excessive force in these crashes. Riders have none of these protections, So, it’s...
How Can a Brainerd, MN Accident Lawyer Overcome Common Motorcycle Crash Defenses?
On average, motorcycle crashes are twenty-seven times deadlier than four-wheel vehicle crashes. So, for survivors and insurance companies, the financial stakes are much higher. Insurance companies that generally settle claims quickly batten down the hatches. And,...
A Hutchinson, MN Lawyer Talks About Your Claim for Damages in a Motorcycle Crash Case
The number of fatal motorcycle wrecks has increased significantly since 2015. Even if they wear crash helmets, motorcycle riders risk serious injury every time they go out. The force of a collision usually throws riders off their bikes. As a result, they suffer...
A Brainerd, MN INjury Lawyer Talks About SMIDSY Crashes
In some countries, such as the United Kingdom and Australia, SMIDSY is an acronym for “Sorry, mate, I didn’t see you.” This phrase captures both the essence of a left-turn motorcycle crash and the cavalier attitude that many tortfeasors (negligent driver) have in the...