If you are a motorcycle rider in New Jersey, you probably have a good safety riding kit, including eye protection, a helmet and protective clothing. This protection is important for your safety and well-being while navigating the roads, as it helps minimize the risk...
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Motorcycle Accidents
Can lane splitting cost motorcycle crash victims money?
“Lane splitting” is a term used to describe when a biker rides their motorcycle between two lanes of stopped or slow-moving cars. While this behavior is legal elsewhere – most notably in California -- it is not allowed in New Jersey. If you are a motorcyclist who has...
3 motorcycle rider safety requirements you should know
Motorcycles are a great way to move around, offering a sense of freedom and excitement like no other mode of transportation. However, it's crucial to remember that motorcycle accidents can cause grievous injury or even death if proper safety precautions aren't taken....
What causes motorcycle collisions?
The majority of motorcycle owners could easily tell you about the excitement of taking their bikes out on the open road. This effort provides a sense of freedom that you simply cannot obtain when driving a car. Unfortunately, this freeing activity isn’t the safest...
Motorcycle accidents caused by inattentional blindness
Riding your motorcycle in New Jersey can be thrilling. Unfortunately, it can also be dangerous, especially when you have to share the road with cars and other larger vehicles. Sometimes, accidents can occur as a result of inattentional blindness. It’s important to...
How could drivers help keep motorcyclists safe?
The best practices for road safety often involve everyone doing their part. Drivers operating a motor vehicle might realize that motorcyclists often face additional risks. Motorcycle accidents on New Jersey roads could leave a biker with severe injuries. Drivers who...
How can I avoid accidents as a motorcyclist?
It is no secret that driving a motorcycle is more dangerous than driving a traditional four-wheel passenger vehicle. However, there are some basic actions that motorcyclists can do to help lessen their likelihood of being in a crash. Of course, the basic safety...
Who can I sue for injuries resulting from a pothole crash?
Injuries resulting from accidents involving potholes typically require immediate medical attention. You may seek compensation from the local government agency responsible for the road's maintenance and upkeep. To hold a local government liable for causing damage,...
Are defensive driving courses worth it?
Even with fewer people on the roads, that doesn't stop some New Jersey drivers from behaving recklessly. And according to a recent report, traffic deaths in the state are climbing again to pre-pandemic levels. While you can't control how others drive, you can skill-up...
How can you choose a safe motorcycle helmet?
In a motorcycle accident, there are few protections to riders. One of the main protections that a motorcyclist has is his or her helmet. The right helmet could save your life or protect you from serious injuries. How do you know if you have a safe motorcycle helmet?...