Motorcycle Accidents

Most people probably think of young guys on fast sports bikes when they think of motorcycle accident victims. The reality is that any inexperienced rider is likely to crash—many of them are over 40. Whether the rider is 16 and riding a 150cc street bike or just turned 50 and treated himself to a 2000cc…

Every motorcyclist enjoys the thrill of a fast ride. But going too fast on your bike can lead to the death wobble, or the “tank slapper.” A tank slapper motorcycle accident can happen when the front tire goes out of alignment with the rear tire. Once the front tire is out of alignment, it will…

Everything in life has its risks and potential consequences. While we all know this on some level, we accept it in order to live our lives to the fullest. We may weigh certain risks before making certain decisions, deciding what’s worth it and what isn’t, and sometimes, well — it’s worth it. This is the…

In a motorcycle accident, there is no such thing as a small injury. Because motorcyclists lack additional structure around their vehicles, their entire body is exposed to the outside environment. There is no part of the motorcyclist’s body that can be protected in an accident. Whether you suffer from upper extremity injuries or lower extremity…

There’s a certain thrill to driving a motorcycle; with the wind whipping around you and the open road ahead, it’s easy to see why so many people find riding a motorcycle exciting. However, there are significant risks that come along with it. Motorcycle crashes can cause serious damage to the upper part of your body,…

Motorcycle riders have a constant risk of developing road rash. If a car, truck, or other motorcycle strikes your bike, there’s a very good chance you’ll go down and slide along the hard asphalt. Any type of accident or collision can cause a motorcyclist to make contact with unforgiving road surfaces. These falls and slides…

At Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys, we’re proud to stand up for the rights of motorcyclists and to represent bikers injured by the carelessness of other motorists. We’re bikers ourselves, so we understand the challenges and biases motorcyclists face out on the roads and in our courtrooms. However, after years of experience helping severely-injured bikers,…

If your motorcycle accident was clearly caused by a negligent driver, you might expect their insurance company to do the right thing and pay you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. However, you need to be prepared for the fact that they could deny you—even if you have a strong claim. When you understand…

If you ride a motorcycle, you know you have to stay alert and be prepared to brake suddenly. Because you’re nearly invisible to other motorists, you’re often cut off by cars with distracted drivers. You’re also much more vulnerable to potholes and other obstacles in the road, so when they appear suddenly in front of…