Lane splitting, or “lane sharing,” refers to when a motorcyclist travels faster than the flow of traffic during congested road conditions in the part of the lane that is not used – that is, between two lines or stopped vehicles. Lane splitting is prohibited and illegal in all 49 states, except in California. Although there […]
Many different types of vehicles share the roads, streets and highways in the United States. Sharing lanes may not always be easy, especially when it involves two very distinct types of vehicles, such as motorcycles and automobiles. The different size and nature often results in serious accidents. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic […]
It should be no surprise that driving a motorcycle is a dangerous activity. Without the large, protective shield that a car provides, motorcyclists are vulnerable and can suffer serious or deadly injuries even from a seemingly minor accident. Deadly Motorcycle Accidents Below are five common types of motorcycle accidents that often result in serious or […]
Unscrupulous insurance adjusters in Orange County motorcycle accident cases can use a variety of techniques to pressure you to settle your case for less than it’s worth. This is one reason it’s important to retain an experienced Orange County motorcycle accident attorney to make sure you get the full amount of money to which you […]
Almost every state in the U.S. is looking critically at how to prevent or limit motorcycle accidents and injuries, but what kinds of practical obligations can really change the results for annual traffic injury and fatality statistics? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) looks at relevant events and outcomes in traffic safety, and it […]
In a recent crash on the 110 Freeway in Los Angeles, a motorcycle accident tied up carpool lanes and slowed traffic down to stop and go on the busy road. The accident involved a Los Angeles Police Department motorcycle officer. At the time of the report, the cause of the accident was undetermined. Therefore, we […]
