Motorcycle Accidents
Signs You Suffered a Concussion After a Motorcycle Accident
If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident and don’t feel “quite right,” chances are you experienced a mild traumatic brain injury, or a concussion. Even though it’s called a “mild” traumatic brain injury, concussions can lead to long-term complications if not treated properly. Sometimes it can take days or even weeks for concussion symptoms…
Read MoreKansas City’s Favorite Law Firm Talks Pelvic Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists who are involved in accidents are known to experience painful, life-changing, and catastrophic injuries. One of the most serious types of injuries that they may experience is pelvic injuries, which are injuries to the area between your legs and abdomen (the hip area). When a motorcyclist suffers a pelvic injury, they will likely experience…
Read MoreAn Antilock Braking System Mandate on Motorcycles
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) filed a second petition with federal agencies, requesting that they require antilock braking systems on every new motorcycle. It has been almost a decade since the two companies first asked the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to mandate the antilock braking…
Read MoreHow to Be a Good Motorcycle Passenger
If you plan on riding on the back of someone’s motorcycle, you may think that the only thing you need to do is wear a helmet and hang on, and that the driver is the only one who needs to be taking precautions and paying attention. The reality is that there are things that a…
Read MoreCan an Injured Motorcycle Passenger File a Claim Against an Operator?
While riding on a motorcycle as a passenger can be a thrilling and fun experience, it can also lead to serious injuries if you are in an accident. You most likely did not see any warning signs or think that the accident was about to happen; as you had no control of the motorcycle, there…
Read MoreThe Lesson Every Motorcycle Rider Should Take from Treat Williams’ Death
The warmer months usually mean that more motorcycle riders are on the streets, enjoying the nice cool breeze on their bikes. When more motorcycles are out, passenger cars, trucks, and buses should drive carefully and cautiously to prevent seriously injuring a motorcyclist or causing a fatal accident. However, the harsh reality is that many vehicle…
Read MoreDental and Facial Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents
When a motorcyclist is involved in an accident, dental and facial injuries are extremely common. The reason these injuries happen is because motorcyclists have no shield, seatbelt, or airbags to protect themselves. Therefore, when an accident occurs, they may experience a blow or impact to the head, face, mouth, and more. This can lead to…
Read MoreDistracted Drivers Are a Danger to Motorcycle Riders
Motorcyclists face a unique set of risks on the road, with one of the biggest threats being distracted driving. Distracted driving is very dangerous to motorcycle riders because they do not have the same level of protection as other vehicles. Therefore, when a driver is not paying attention and strikes a motorcycle, the motorcyclist can…
Read MoreShould I Replace My Helmet After a Motorcycle Accident?
Perhaps in an effort to protect the personal freedom of motorcyclists, only 19 states and the District of Columbia currently have universal motorcycle helmet laws. Twenty-eight states require some motorcyclists to wear helmets, and three states have no helmet laws whatsoever. Missouri and Kansas have different helmet laws. While Missouri has a universal law requiring…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Hypothermia While Riding Your Motorcycle
In Kansas City, riding a motorcycle is a very popular hobby and mode of transportation. For most of the year, the weather is crisp and fresh. It’s no wonder we see so many motorcyclists out and about – they want to enjoy as much of the awesome temperatures as possible before they’re obligated to leave…
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