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Riding a motorcycle in an urban environment

On Behalf of | Dec 2, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents |

Motorcyclists face a lot of risks when they take to the road. Sometimes, they become involved in an accident because of bad weather that causes roads to become unsafe, or they may be hit by a drunk driver. Many motorcyclists enjoy riding in rural areas and on long stretches of highway, but some also spend most of the time on their motorcycle in densely populated cities. There are a lot of different hazards associated with riding a motorcycle in an urban environment, and we will review some in this write-up.

For starters, cities often have chaotic traffic. Drivers may be in a rush to get to or from work, and major events can cause heavy traffic congestion. Because motorcycles are much smaller than other types of vehicles, drivers may have more difficulty noticing motorcyclists while they are on the road, especially when traffic is crazy and there are a lot of aggressive drivers behind the wheel. On top of this, various distractions are present in cities and when someone falls off of their motorcycle after being hit by a car in an urban area, they may face an especially high chance of being struck by another vehicle.

Sadly, many motorcyclists have lost their lives in these accidents, and even more have sustained life-altering injuries. If you were hit by a driver while riding your motorcycle in a city, it is critical to know what your legal options are if you think that filing suit is a smart move. Read more information related to motorcycle collisions by visiting our law office’s page on traffic crashes.

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