The temperatures are rising, the sun is peaking out, and the open road is calling. Motorcycle riding through the scenic routes of Washington State can be an exhilarating experience and few rides are as thrilling as that first of the season after a long and bleak...
Motorcycle Accidents
Why don’t more motorcycle riders wear visibility gear?
There are a few factors responsible for a large percentage of most motorcycle crashes. It is frequently not a motorcycle rider who is to blame for a crash but rather someone who is operating a larger vehicle. In some cases, the reason for a crash will be obvious...
Assertive maneuvers on a motorcycle can affect your injury claim
There are many benefits to using a motorcycle as opposed to a four-wheeled vehicle. They are much more fuel-efficient in most cases. They also have lower purchase prices and insurance costs. Motorcycles are also more maneuverable than larger passenger vehicles....
Driver behavior displays the need for motorcycle safety awareness
Just days before Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month arrived in May, a 30-year-old motorcyclist was struck and injured in Issaquah in a collision with a car. Authorities arrested that car’s driver on suspicion of DUI. Too often these crashes occur. This April 26...
When a car and motorcycle crash, the cyclist always loses
The approaching summer brings with it many things. Along with fun holidays and swim parties comes the desire to take to the road. As you make preparations for your vacation, it is important that you review road safety laws and drive accordingly. Automobile drivers in...
The difficulty in spotting motorcycles
Throughout the winter, there will have been far fewer motorcycles on the roads in Washington. Now that the weather has turned, this is all set to change. Motorcycles and larger vehicles are different in size, weight and structure, but they must all operate within the...
Transportation can be a major expense after a serious injury
You will have a lot of expenses to worry about after a serious car crash. You will likely have medical bills and a loss of income until you heal enough to get back to work. Your injury could affect your long-term earning potential. Even once you get out of the...
Does Washington’s helmet law actually make motorcycles safer?
Traffic laws differ from state to state, and motorcycle rules have a lot more variation from location to location than enclosed vehicle rules. Safety restraint requirements are the same in most states, but motorcycle laws and helmet laws can change drastically from...
3 tips for better springtime safety on your motorcycle ride
With spring here and summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time to dust off a motorcycle and get riding. Springtime weather has its dangers, though, which is why motorcyclists need to take some time to refresh themselves before heading out. Every year, one...
Remodeling a home due to a disability can be costly
If you get involved in a motorcycle accident, you likely understand that you can seek compensation for your medical bills, lost time at work and more. That is true, but don’t assume that’s where your financial losses end. You have to consider the long-term costs. For...
