Motorcycle Accidents

Anyone who is riding on a motorcycle knows how important it is to always drive safely. One area in which some controversy exists is lane splitting. This practice, which involves maneuvering the motorcycle between lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction, is considered safe by some and unsafe by others. In California, lane splitting

By now, readers of our blog know that motorcycle accidents can lead to some serious injuries. For these motorcyclists, those injuries can lead to expensive medical bills and missed work. For some motorcyclists, seeking compensation if they are injured in an accident caused by someone else might not end with the recovery they think they

Being in a motorcycle accident is a horrible experience for anyone. Now, imagine that you are in a serious motorcycle accident that was caused by someone else. You decide to seek compensation for those injuries only to find out that the at-fault driver is blaming you for your injuries simply because you weren’t wearing a

There is little doubt as to the popularity of motorcycles. Given the freedom these enthusiasts attain, it’s easy to see why. From loving the feel of the wind in one’s face to the relatively inexpensive operating costs, motorcycles will likely always hold an appeal for some.

So-called “novelty helmets” are increasingly popular among California motorcyclists. Novelty helmets are motorcycle helmets that do not meet federal Department of Transportation safety standards. These helmets are typically cheaper than DOT-certified helmets and come in variety of fun designs and colors.

We recently asked three San Francisco residents about how they feel about motorcycles in the city. “There’s no protection for the person or the person driving,” one resident said, who added that blind spots are a huge problem, especially on highways. “I can’t see a motorcycle coming even if I look over my shoulder. It’s

There is a seasonal spike in motorcycle accident deaths around the country during the summer. Several young California men were killed in June in motorcycle accidents across the state. One of the accidents involved an off-duty police officer in San Bernardino County. KTLA-5 reports that 26-year-old officer Thomas Chamberlin was killed on June 11th in

A co-host of the popular HGTV show “Curb Appeal” was declared dead after being involved in a San Francisco motorcycle accident. Fox News reports that 38-year-old Bill Beckwith was killed when his motorcycle was hit by a car in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. The host’s death may draw attention to the dangers that motorcyclists across the