If you’re still on the fence about filing a personal injury claim or lawsuit after a motorcycle accident, understanding the common types of accidents and the legal implications of an accident will inform your decision. Colorado Motorcycle Accident statistics paint a harrowing picture. Of the 2,206 crashes involving a motorcycle, 522 resulted in a serious injury, and 97 resulted in...
Continue ReadingIn 2020, more than 8 million motorcycles were legally registered in the United States. In 2021, the United States recorded 5,932 motorcyclist fatalities, an increase from the 5,579 motorcyclist fatalities recorded in 2020 and from the 5,044 fatalities recorded in 2019. These increases after several years of declining motorcyclist fatalities are alarming. Motorcyclists should use extra care to avoid any accidents on...
Continue ReadingRiding a motorcycle carries certain risks that do not exist when you drive a regular passenger vehicle. Still, traffic laws aim to protect motorcyclists from bodily injury, just like other drivers on the road. Colorado’s scenic views and mild summer temperatures attract millions of visitors every year, including motorcyclists. Inevitably, some motorcyclists find themselves injured in a Denver motorcycle...
Continue ReadingA basic internet search for the best motorcycle injury lawyer in Colorado will likely return hundreds of results. Many of the top options will not even show you attorneys in Colorado. Instead, you will see a list of attorneys who likely paid to appear at the top of an attorney recommendation website. If you suffer injuries in a motorcycle...
Continue ReadingFor many in Colorado, motorcycles offer a great way to get around. Between the easy access to wide-open roads, the beautiful scenery, and the relatively low amount of traffic, Colorado has a lot to offer riders. However, there are still a significant number of serious and fatal motorcycle accidents each year. In fact, according to the Colorado Department of...
Continue ReadingBrain injuries are some of the most serious injuries you can receive. Because the brain controls everything in the body, any damage whatsoever to different parts of the brain could affect the very essence of a person. It’s necessary that victims receive a prompt diagnosis and proper treatment immediately so they can get on the path to recovery.
Continue ReadingIf you’re an avid motorcycle rider, or have a family member who is, you’re likely well aware of the dangers involved. In fact, it’s probably no surprise to you that, in collisions between motorcycles and passenger vehicles, the motorcyclist is 34 times more likely to be killed than the occupants of the other vehicle. This disparity comes because motorcyclists...
Continue ReadingYour senses are alive as you coast down the road. The purring of your bike’s engine, the sun’s rays warming your leather jacket, the cool wind in your face . . . It’s a perfect day to be out riding your motorcycle. In Colorado, although motorcyclists are required to wear protective eye gear, adults are not required by law...
Continue ReadingThose who have the need for speed sometimes turn to motorcycles to experience the road in a whole new way. While fun and exciting, motorcycles can also be dangerous as there is less protection if a crash occurs. Fortunately, knowing about common kinds of accidents involving motorcycles can help bikers and others on the road avoid trouble.
Continue ReadingMotorcycle enthusiasts say they enjoy a sense of freedom that can’t be experienced from inside an enclosed motor vehicle. Unfortunately, that freedom often comes with a heightened risk of injury or death. If you’re a motorcycle rider, we encourage you to always wear a helmet in the event that you’re involved in a motorcycle accident.
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