Is the Motorcyclist Automatically at Fault?
Despite the common perception that owning and operating a motorcycle implies assumption of risk, it is often determined that motorcycle accidents were caused by automobile drivers who fail to yield the right of way to or fail to see a motorcyclist. It has been estimated that 70% of motorcycle accidents are not the motorcyclist’s fault; most accidents take place because another driver was not paying attention and failed to see the motorcycle. Our lawyers work with clients who have suffered injuries as a result of someone else’s negligence. We have litigated cases involving: • Wrongful deaths (caused by the negligence of another person or entity, such as a motorcycle manufacturer or vendor ) • Paralysis • Broken bones • Catastrophic injuries (head injury, traumatic brain injury (TBI)) With the popularity of powerful bikes, the growth of motorcycle enthusiast groups, and the development of women’s riding groups, more and more bikes are on the roads each year. Many motorcycle accident vict
