Motorcycle Accidents

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…

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…

Even when you are following the rules of the road, riding a motorcycle can be dangerous.  When you ignore the law and decide to do it your way, the chance for serious injury multiplies ten-fold.  Another prime example of what can happen when motorcyclists blatantly ignore traffic laws, occurred Saturday night in Lenexa, Kansas when…

The popularity of mopeds and scooters continues to rise across the country, and so do the rates of accidents and fatalities. Offering an economical way to get from place to place, these slower, more stable versions of motorcycles are appealing to many people. However, it’s important that riders take the same safety precautions expected of…

The threat to motorcycle riders is very real. According to the Insurance Information Institute, nearly 5,000 motorcyclists were killed and 90,000 were injured in 2015. These crashes were often caused by other careless drivers or poor weather and road conditions, but biker deaths and injuries are also caused by factors within the rider’s control. Wearing…