Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]
According to Michigan state laws, if a motorcyclist is involved in a collision involving another driver, he or she is eligible to receive Michigan no-fault insurance benefits. Now, one of the most common questions at this point is: Which person’s insurance will cover those benefits? To help you understand which person’s insurance will cover the […]
With thousands of miles of scenic roadways and sparkling shores, Michigan is a motorcyclist’s paradise. In fact, Michigan ranks among the top 10 states for U.S. motorcycle registration. Experienced riders know that taking to the open road on the back of a bike is not without its risks. Because of the higher proportion of registered […]
Motorcycle accidents often result in serious or life-threatening injuries. In many cases, death can be an immediate result or injuries may be so severe that the motorcyclist involved loses the battle to his / her injuries. No matter how it happens, it is never easy on family members who lose a loved one in a motorcycle […]
Michigan summers are some of the best around the country, so it’s no surprise that many Michigan residents own or desire to own a motorcycle. Although fun and exciting, motorcycles can also be very dangerous. In 2014, a total of 2,860 motorcycle accidents occurred. Of those accidents, 105 were fatal and 2,075 resulted in an […]
It’s spring time in Michigan and for many that means time to bring out the bike and enjoy riding. Motorists all over the state will begin to see more and more motorcycles out on our roads and highways. For this reason, our Goodman Acker P.C. motorcycle attorneys also thought this would be a good time to remind […]
Motorcyclists injured in an accident often suffer more severe and permanent injuries due to their vulnerability on the road and lack of protection of not being enclosed and shielded by metal like automobiles. However, even though injuries resulting after a motorcycle accident may be more severe and therefore requiring additional long term medical care and […]
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation/National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, eighty percent of reported motorcycle crashes result in serious injury. In addition, motorcyclists were nine times more likely to be injured in traffic collisions than occupants of vehicles. Since Michigan has passed weaker laws on helmet use (riders younger than 21 must wear helmets), injuries from accidents […]
No one ever plans on being involved in an accident, however, they can happen at any time and to anyone. And unfortunately for many victims and their families, the after-effects of a motorcycle accident can be life-altering, even fatal. If you ride, you should know what to do in the immediate aftermath should you be […]
Motorcycle accidents cause a much higher incidence of death and injury per crash than do vehicle accidents. In fact, if you are involved in a collision and you are on a motorcycle, you are three times more likely to be injured and fourteen times more likely to be killed. In the State of Michigan, fatalities […]
