Motorcycle accidents are a significant concern in the United States, particularly due to the vulnerability of motorcyclists compared to other motorists. While motorcycles offer a sense of freedom and exhilaration, they also come with a higher risk of accidents and fatalities. To better understand this issue, read on to learn…
Christopher Bostwick (Full Name: Christopher Ryan Bostwick), of Locust Grove, Died In Hit-And-Run Collision With Tractor Trailer Truck on Interstate 75 HOUSTON COUNTY, GEORGIA (August 28, 2023) – A man riding a Harley Davidson motorcycle was killed in a Houston County hit-and-run semi-truck accident along Interstate 75. Houston County officials…
Motorcyclists make up a relatively small number of the vehicles on the road. But their riders are involved in a disproportionate number of serious injury and fatal collisions. According to Forbes, “motorcycle riders account for 14% of all traffic [fatalities], despite the fact only 3% of all registered vehicles are…
Under Section 40-6-315 of the Georgia Code, all motorcycle riders must wear a helmet approved by the commissioner of public safety. This law includes both motorcycle operators and passengers. Helmets help protect motorcyclists in case of an accident, and each state has the freedom to set its own requirements. While…
Motorcyclists are more likely to be hurt or even killed in traffic accidents than other road users because motorcycles don’t have the same protections as a car. Some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents are: Speeding Distracted driving Intoxicated driving Unsafe left turns Merging without looking Inexperience Dangerous…
Motorcycle accidents can cause riders a wide range of injuries due to their lack of crash protection. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), lower-extremity injuries are the most common injuries motorcycle riders sustain. These injuries include damage to the ligaments, tendons, muscles, or broken bones in the…
