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New Motorcycle Technology Takes Aim at Reducing the Rate of Fatality in Crashes

Of all the vehicle users on the road, motorcyclists have the highest risk of fatality and serious injury during a crash. Unfortunately, they are also far more likely to experience an accident than other road users. Helmets and leather gear offer some form of protection, but they are far from sufficient. Perhaps that is why the technology sector is stepping in to help. Learn more about their potentially game-changing invention [...]

admin2017-10-23T09:44:00+00:00October 23, 2017|Motorcycle Accidents|

Risk of Serious Injury Higher for Older Motorcyclists, Study Finds

Motorcycle veterans – those that have been riding for a long time – may be less likely to experience a crash, but they may also be more susceptible to serious and life-threatening injuries. In fact, one study determined that thoracic injuries were significantly more common in those aged 60 or older than in younger riders. Learn more about the risks for older riders, and how you can seek compensation if [...]

admin2017-08-23T10:46:00+00:00August 23, 2017|Green Bay Motorcycle Accident Lawyers|

Wisconsin Helmet Laws – Can Not Wearing a Helmet Reduce Your Compensation?

For the most part, bicycles and motorcycles are supposed to be treated just like any other vehicle on the road. However, unlike cars and trucks, bicycles and motorcycles do not provide body protection. Because of this, riders are especially prone to serious injury. Head injuries, or traumatic brain injury (TBI), are one of the greatest risks, which is why helmet use is encouraged. What happens, though, when a rider is [...]

admin2017-07-06T09:20:00+00:00July 6, 2017|Motorcycle Accidents|

Examining the Most Common Motorcycle Crashes

Almost every motorcyclist knows at least one rider who refuses to play by the rules. You know the one: they ride in the “dead zone” (the space between parked cars and active traffic). They weave in and out of traffic as if they own the road. They throw caution to the wind and act as though it is not their problem if another vehicle operator does not see them. Of [...]

admin2017-05-16T09:05:00+00:00May 16, 2017|Motorcycle Accidents|

Injuries Most Commonly Sustained in Motorcycle Crashes

Statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) show that over 4, 000 motorcyclists lose their lives each year. Thousands more experience serious injuries, some of which lead to short-term or long-term disability. What are the most common injuries, and what recourse do victims and their families have if a motorcycle accident results in a fatality or severe injury? The following explains further and provides you with details on finding [...]

admin2017-04-06T09:28:00+00:00April 6, 2017|Motorcycle Accidents|

Events to Raise Awareness During Motorcycle Safety Month Taking Place All Over the U.S.

With the weather warming, motorcyclists are dusting off their bikes, pulling out their gear, and making plans for the open road. They have waited months to once again experience the rush, the feel of the wind whipping against their bodies, and the vibrations of the bike. However, the sense of freedom that they experience comes at a hefty price: the risk of a motorcycle accident that could very well cost [...]

admin2016-05-07T07:00:00+00:00May 7, 2016|Green Bay Motorcycle Accident Lawyers|

Motorcyclists and Catastrophic Injuries in Rear-end Collisions

Typically, a rear-end collision is considered to be a minor type of motor vehicle accident, as evidenced by its nickname, “fender bender.” When motorists in passenger cars are involved in a rear-end accident, they have seat belts, airbags, and the steel frame of the vehicle to protect them from injury. Motorcyclists, on the other hand, have no such protection. In fact, they often have little more than a helmet to [...]

admin2015-06-11T12:54:39+00:00June 11, 2015|Motorcycle Accidents|

Motorcycle Deaths Continue to Rise Amongst Boomers

Late last year a 60-year old man was headed to work on his motorcycle when the driver of on on-coming vehicle made a left turn in front of him. The turning driver did not properly judge the timing, and the motorcycle rider clipped the back end of the car. As a result, he was ejected from his bike and was pronounced dead at the scene. The turning driver was ultimately [...]

admin2015-04-23T12:39:19+00:00April 23, 2015|Motorcycle Accidents|

Motorcyclist flown to hospital following crash in Wisconsin

Motorcycles are not usually considered the safest mode of transport. Because motorcycles lack safety features that are standard in other motor vehicles, motorcyclists are highly vulnerable to serious injuries in crashes. This is why other motorists must pay attention to motorcyclists at all times. Failing to notice motorcycles on the road can have devastating, even sometimes fatal, consequences. Take, for instance, a recent accident in Wisconsin that reportedly left a [...]

admin2014-06-18T23:22:01+00:00June 18, 2014|Motorcycle Accidents|