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Taking Care of Your Body After a Motorcycle Accident

By | April 3rd, 2018

Motorcycle accidents can be the worst of all. Often, your body is thrown from the motorcycle and your head might be impacted. Additionally, you might suffer from a number of broken bones and other injuries. Casts and Belts You might need a cast in order to recover from a fracture. But there are certain breaks which can’t be healed with a cast, such as broken ribs. In this case, the doctor might give you a belt to wear around your mid-section while you’re moving. They’ll also recommend plenty of rest..

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Recovering from a Motorcycle Accident

By | February 1st, 2018

You can minimize the impact of a motorcycle accident by wearing the right gear. If your head, elbows, knees etc. are protected, you’re less likely to suffer from injuries. Riding responsibly is also important to avoid being in a motorcycle accident. And this means that you need to avoid speeding, racing, riding when under the influence of alcohol etc. If you ride at a medium pace, with the right gear, you greatly reduce the chances of being in an accident. Being Injured in a Motorcycle Accident Despite the fact that.

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Common Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents

By | January 15th, 2016

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), thirteen percent of fatal vehicle crashes involve motorcycles. The NHTSA also states that approximately 80,000 riders sustain accident related injuries every year. Some of the more common ones are: Head Injuries – Riders are more likely to suffer a head injury such as a concussion or brain damage in a motorcycle crash than any other type of injury. This is why it’s very important that all riders wear a helmet that fits properly. It can reduce the risk of dying from a.

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Motorcycle Injury Accident Cleared From Bay Bridge

By | September 24th, 2015

Major delays were caused on the morning of Thursday, September 10th,  for motorists traveling Westbound on the Bay Bridge. Details of the crash have yet to be released. The occurrence of motorcycle accidents is becoming all too common. Many of these accidents can be avoided. Here are just a few tips from Consumer Reports  to keep riders safe. Purchase Anti-lock Brakes Studies have shown that motorcycles with ABS brakes were 37 percent less likely to be involved in a fatal crash. The reason ABS brakes are effective is because they enable riders to maintain steering.

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Liability of a Vehicle Owner Involved in an Accident

By | March 7th, 2013

QUESTION: A person borrowed my husband’s bike, and this person said he thinks he was hit by a car but couldn’t remember. Can my husband be sued by a person hurt by the person who only borrowed his bike? What can we do to protect ourselves? ANSWER: Generally, the owner of a motor vehicle is vicariously liable for death or injury to person or property resulting from wrongful (negligent or intentional) operation of the vehicle by any person using it with the owner’s express or implied permission [Veh.C. § 17150]..

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