Motorcycle accidents can be more catastrophic than typical collisions due to the lower level of protection that a motorcyclist has compared to a passenger vehicle occupant. Unfortunately, there are some places where motorcycle accidents have a higher chance of...
Motorcyclists often suffer from more intense injury than people in covered vehicles due to their lack of vehicular protection. Back injuries rank among the most common for both drivers and motorcyclists alike. But back injuries can have more than just a physical...
Lane splitting is when you drive between other vehicles on the road. This is in contrast to following other vehicles. You can do it when the other traffic is moving or sitting still. It is legal in California. Other states Be aware that not every state allows lane...
Getting into a car accident is always upsetting. It becomes even less pleasant when the impact causes injury. Insurance covers medical bills under such circumstances. While the law demands Californians carry auto insurance, some drivers do not. Acquiring money to pay...
The California Highway Patrol partners with a private contractor to bring the public the Motorcycle Training Course. The MTC is a mandatory requirement for anyone under the age of 21 who wishes to get a motorcycle endorsement on his or her license. But those over 21...
While on your motorcycle, you may feel free and full of energy. When a truck pulls up close behind you, that feeling could turn to dread. Sharing the road with large vehicles like trucks can seem intimidating, especially when they drive recklessly and put you in...
When you want to feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face, you may choose to take your motorcycle out for a ride. One aspect you may not immediately think about while riding is how a helmet can impact the results of a motorcycle accident. Learning about the...
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is a nonprofit group that gathers statistics about injuries and fatalities among motorcycle riders. The IIHS found that in 1975, riders aged 29 and younger represented 80 % of all motorcycle fatalities. Is this still the...
Riding your motorcycle under a blue sky on an open highway may be one of your favorite hobbies. You may not know all the ways that trucks or other large vehicles typically influence crashes. Learning about the most common influences on motorcycle accidents can help...
California has a mandatory duty of care law for all drivers on the road. Every motorist is responsible for driving with care and caution for other motorists on the road – including performing safe U-turns. The driver making a U-turn does not hold the legal right of...