Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents

Florida Police: Motorcycle Passenger Killed in Hit-and-Run Collision
According to a report from WKMG-TV Orlando, a 37-year-old woman was killed in a tragic hit-and-run motorcycle accident near an intersection in a suburban stretch of road in Lake County, Florida. The fatal crash involved a sedan and two motorcycles. A spokesperson for the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) confirmed that she was a passenger… Read More »

Motorcyclist Killed in Tragic Collision in West Palm Beach, FL
According to a report from The Palm Beach Post, a 30-year-old man was killed in a devastating motorcycle accident in West Palm Beach. The crash occurred near the 4800 block of Okeechobee Boulevard. The motorcycle collided with a standard sized passenger car. The victim of the tragic accident was identified as Jacob Ward. A… Read More »

Your Guide to Florida’s Motorcycle Helmet Laws (2020)
Motorcycle helmet laws vary from state-to-state. If you operate a motorcycle, you must comply with the applicable law. As Florida’s motorcycle helmet laws are somewhat complex, there is some confusion about a rider’s legal responsibilities. In this article, our Miami motorcycle accident lawyers explain what you need to know about Florida’s motorcycle helmet laws…. Read More »

Motorcycle Accidents: What is Biker’s Arm?
Motorcyclists are inherently exposed to risk. For this reason, Florida classifies motorcyclists as ‘vulnerable road users’—meaning they are disproportionately likely to be seriously injured should an accident occur. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents remain a serious public safety problem. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that 9,143 motorcycle crashes were reported… Read More »

The Question of Liability in Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Accidents in Florida
More than 5,000 people die in motorcycle crashes each year nationwide. Of these deaths, between 40 and 45% are single-vehicle accidents or collisions where only the motorcycle was involved in the crash. Most single-vehicle crashes involving a motorcyclist occur due to impairment, speeding, reckless driving, or violation of other traffic laws. Interestingly, while these… Read More »

Have You Been in a Motorcycle Accident?
Motorcycle lovers yearn to explore highways, but sadly, Florida is not the safest state for them. In Florida, the roads and highways are considered the most dangerous than elsewhere in the United States. The federal traffic safety regulators have noted Florida as the most dangerous place for motorcycle crashes. The Governors Highway Safety Association… Read More »

Motorcycle Safety: Enjoying the Open Road Safely in Florida
Motorcycles are a common sight in Florida due to the warm weather in the area. It can be fun to ride around and explore the city on two wheels, but with this freedom comes dangers. Occupants of cars have some protection in the event of a crash. They have seat belts as well as… Read More »