Our motorcycle crash attorney represents victims of Michigan motorcycle accidents. The results of these accidents are catastrophic, many of times resulting in wrongful death. In fact, the probability of a getting into a motor vehicle accident and suffering injuries is much higher driving a motorcycle than driving in a car.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), crashes involving a motorcycle and a car resulted in 98 percent people being injured. In addition, crashes involving just the driver of a motorcycle resulted in 96 percent of people being injured. In 2010 alone, motorcycle accidents attributed to 14 percent of fatalities.
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Although the public often thinks that bikers are responsible for motorcycle accidents, statistics show that most motorcycle crash injuries in Michigan are caused by the negligence of another driver. Some causes of motorcycle accidents include:
More than half of fatal motorcycle crashes happen when the
other vehicle turns left.
75% percent of all motorcycle accidents happen when a vehicle fails to see the motorcycle before the collision.
Trucks or cars forcing motorcyclists into a guard rail.
Failure of a motorcyclist to over/under estimate a curve in a road
Speeding by the vehicle driver and/or motorcycle rider
Finding Your Motorcycle Crash Attorney in Michigan
Victims of motorcycle accidents do have legal rights and should pursue them immediately after the accident. When choosing your lawyer, it is essential to choose the right lawyer so that you may receive a fair settlement. Your motorcycle crash attorney can also help you make your insurance claim for benefits.
