Category: Motorcycle Accident
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How to Avoid Blind Spots on a Motorcycle
Riding a motorcycle brings freedom, but it also demands constant awareness. One of the most common hazards is blind spots—areas where other drivers simply cannot see you. Cars, trucks, and SUVs often have significant zones around them that hide motorcycles, even when bikers are careful. Taking deliberate steps to stay visible, from lane positioning to…
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The Challenges of Motorcycle Accident Claims
There are many things that must happen between the time that you have suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident and when you may receive full compensation for your damages. Motorcycle accident claims are not easy. One of the main reasons is that an insurance company wants to make the process as difficult for you…
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What Is the “4-Second Rule” for Motorcycles?
Riding a motorcycle comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to visibility and protection on the road. You have significantly less protection than car drivers, and other motorists cannot always see you, which is why learning and following the “4-Second Rule” is not just a checkbox to tick off—it is something…
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Motorcyclist Critically Injured in South Philadelphia Crash
A motorcycle collision occurred on Penrose Avenue near the Schuylkill Expressway just after 1:00 a.m. The motorcyclist sustained multiple injuries and is currently listed in critical condition. Law enforcement officials are questioning the driver of the vehicle that collided with the motorcycle. Traffic safety experts emphasize that incidents like this are frequently the result of…
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Left-Turn Collisions While Riding Your Motorcycle
Left-turn collisions can be extremely dangerous for motorcyclists. These motorcycle accidents can result in injury and potentially death. When a driver or a motorcyclist is turning left, they expose themselves to the maximum possible danger. Because a motorcycle can be difficult to see, much depends on the driver and the amount of attention and care…
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What Is Dooring?
You can be injured in a motorcycle accident in many different ways when you are on a motorcycle. You do not have to collide with a moving vehicle to be seriously injured. Although it is rare, “dooring” occurs when someone opens a car door into the path of a moving motorcycle. These collisions will still…
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What Is Covered During a Motorcycle Safety Inspection?
Even though it is smaller than passenger cars, a motorcycle can still be a complex piece of machinery. It is incumbent upon you to maintain it in roadworthy condition. Your motorcycle is subject to safety inspections, just like motor vehicles are. Beforehand, you need to know what is covered during the inspection, so you can…
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Why Are Motorcycle and Car Accident Claims Handled Differently?
Any type of personal injury case presents its own challenges. Insurance companies do not like to write large checks, and they do everything within their power to avoid that outcome. You may need to overcome additional hurdles in a motorcycle accident claim for many reasons. Simply stated, when you are seeking compensation for a motorcycle…
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Do I Have to Wear a Helmet When Riding a Motorcycle in PA?
Although it may be prudent to wear a motorcycle helmet, not all bikers do that. Many motorcyclists do not have to wear a helmet when they are riding in Pennsylvania under the law. Regardless of whether it is legally required to wear a helmet, a motorcyclist should consider doing so to give themselves the fullest…
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Can You Sue if a Road Hazard Caused Your Motorcycle Crash?
Motorcycle riders face constant risks on the road, but not all are associated with other drivers: Potholes, debris, uneven pavement, and poorly marked construction zones can all cause riders to lose control, leading to a possible motorcycle accident. Determining liability in these situations can be challenging, but in some cases, you might have the option…










