With the return of warmer weather, motorcycles are back on the streets of New York City. May is also Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Why is it important to have a month dedicated to motorcycle safety? Because of all the types of traffic accidents, this is one category that has consistently increased over the last 10 years. Motorcycle accidents also tend to result in more serious, catastrophic or fatal injuries. Some of the most common injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents include head injuries, spinal cord trauma, multiple broken bones, lacerations, road rash, etc.
Preventing Motorcycle Accidents
There are number of steps motorists can take to help prevent motorcycle accidents. Here are a few tips:
• Never operate a vehicle when you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
• Do not drive when you are distracted or fatigued.
• Exercise extreme caution when you are making a left turn. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly one-third of all motorcycle accidents occur when the other vehicle is making a left turn. A number of drivers fail to see an oncoming motorcycle and therefore fail to yield the right-of-way as they should.
• Be careful when you change lanes. Consciously look for motorcycles including those that may be in your blind spot before you make a lane change.
• Be particularly cautious when you enter or exit a parking lot or driveway.
• Exercise caution at intersections, which is where a majority of motorcycle accidents occur.
If You Are Involved in a Motorcycle Accident
As a victim of a motorcycle accident make sure you get medical attention right away and secure the treatment you need. Exchange insurance and contact information with other parties involved in the crash. Obtain contact information for eyewitnesses. Take photographs of the crash scene including the vehicles involved and injuries sustained. Contact a knowledgeable motorcycle accident lawyer who will remain on your side, fight for your rights and help you obtain maximum compensation for your losses.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, the experienced New York personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Kenneth A. Wilhelm can help you better understand your legal rights and options. Our law firm recently recovered about $1,400,000 for two people involved in a motorcycle accident, and $3,000,000 for a pedestrian who was hit by a motor vehicle.
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