Four common causes of motorcycle accidents

On Behalf of | May 18, 2021 | Motor vehicle accidents |

Many people in the Hartford area enjoy riding their motorcycles. With the weather being nicer out, drivers should always be alert for motorcycles. Because of the lack of safety features on a motorcycle, even just a minor accident can be serious.

Causes of motorcycle accidents

The following are four common causes of motorcycle accidents.

  1. Head-on collisions. These accidents typically occur when a car driver fails to see a motorcycle in time to avoid a crash. Distracted driving or driving while intoxicated are two conditions that can cause these accidents.
  2. Rear end collisions. Even a minor fender bender can cause serious injuries for motorcyclists.
  3. Left-turn collision. One of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents is a car turning in front of them. Typically, the car driver says that they just didn’t see the motorcycle before they turned.
  4. Lane change accident. If a driver doesn’t see a motorcyclist before changing lanes it can lead to a serious accident.

In the aftermath of a motorcycle accident

A motorcycle crash can be a devastating situation for a family. Those who are involved in a motorcycle accident often suffer serious and debilitating injuries that may require years to recover from. Or the injuries may even be permanent.

If a person is in a situation where they were in injured in a motorcycle accident due to no fault of their own, they may want to speak with a legal professional who is skilled in personal injury. An attorney can help their client understand what happened to cause the accident by visiting the accident scene and interviewing witnesses and reviewing the police report. Compensation may be available for medical expenses, pain and suffering, future medical expenses, lost wages and other damages.

A motorcyclist who is injured by a negligent driver should understand they have legal rights. They can hold the driver responsible for their mistake and obtain compensation for their injuries.