Category: Motorcycle Accident
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Why Are Motorcycle Crashes So Common?
Considering there are far fewer motorcycles (only about 3% of registered vehicles) than cars and trucks on the road, the percentage of motorcycle traffic fatalities (around 13% of total roadway fatalities) is disproportionately high. This unsettling statistic begs the question: Why are accidents involving motorcycles so common? New Jersey motorcycle accident attorney Brad Tabakin has…
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Scene-of-the-Accident Tips from a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Are you an avid rider? If so, you’ve probably asked yourself what you’d do in the event of an accident to protect yourself legally. Motorcycle accident lawyer Brad Tabakin has been fighting for bikers rights in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for three decades. Here are his top tips for safeguarding your rights at the scene…
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3 Questions for Finding the Best Motorcycle Lawyer
Finding the best motorcycle lawyer for your individual care is no easy task. When seeking an attorney to represent you in the event of a motorcycle collision, it’s important to find one that understands the specifics of your situation and who also has enough knowledge and experience to aggressively defend your rights. Three Questions for…
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Will a Motorcycle Personal Injury Attorney Decline My Case?
Many defense attorneys have the job of protecting and advocating for the vulnerable. Due to some of the cultural stigma surrounding motorcyclists, they can be particularly vulnerable in accident cases. If you’re a biker who has recently been involved in an accident, you need a competent attorney by your side. Nevertheless, there are some instances…
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Riding Motorcycle on Highway: Safety Tips
If you’re a rider, chances are at some point your friends and family have expressed concerns about the safety of riding a motorcycle on the highway. And it’s true that while you can take every precaution to ensure you are a safe rider, you can’t always trust other drivers. In this blog we’ll cover some…
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What is Motorcycle Accident Reconstruction?
When we talk about motorcycle accident reconstruction, we don’t mean rebuilding your damaged bike. Rather, reconstruction involves reconstructing the accident in all of its details. Instead of just relying on eye-witness testimony, law enforcement relies on reconstruction so that they can gain a scientific backing for what happened. Then, the findings of a motorcycle accident…
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Involved in a Deer & Motorcycle Accident? | Bikers Have Rights
Motorcycle deer accidents are surprisingly common. In 2012, it’s estimated there were more than one million collisions with these animals on America’s roads. These crashes may lead to serious injuries that can cost a small fortune to treat. Wondering whether you can claim for a deer motorcycle crash? In this article, the contributors at Bikers…
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Left Turn Motorcycle Accident Lawyer | Bikers Have Rights
According to recent estimates, left-turn accidents account for more than 35% of fatal motorcycle collisions on the road. But why are these path-crossing crashes so common? In this article, the contributors at Bikers Have Rights answer your questions and discuss how to avoid left turn motorcycle accidents. Were you injured in a motorcycle crash? It’s…
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Motorcycle Accidents vs. Car Accidents | Bikers Have Rights
Motorcycle-car accidents are among the most common – and dangerous – accidents on our roads. Without the protection of a chassis, airbags, and seatbelts, two-wheeled road users are at risk of sustaining serious injuries in this type of collision. In this article, the contributors at Bikers Have Rights examine the difference between motorcycle accidents vs…
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Driving a Motorcycle in the Rain: Safety | Bikers Have Rights
Slick tarmac, deceptive puddles, and limited visibility – rainy days introduce a slew of new hazards to the roads. Research has shown that your chances of crashing increase drastically when it pours. In this article, the contributors at Bikers Have Rights discuss how to stay safe when driving a motorcycle in the rain. Were you…