Three Common Types of Motorcycle Accidents

Did you know that motorcycle accidents are more likely to result in serious injury or death than other vehicle accidents?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that the accident rate is almost thirty-five times higher for motorcycles than other types of passenger vehicles.

If you enjoy riding your motorcycle on a sunny California day, it is important to know the most common types of accidents that riders face so that you can stay safer on the roads. They include:

Left-hand Turn Accidents

It’s said that the single most common type of accident between a four-wheeled passenger vehicle and a motorcycle happens when the automobile’s driver turns left in front of an oncoming motorcyclist. Known as “left hook” collisions, they occur mainly in intersections and the entrances of retail centers and private driveways.

Road Defects

Road defects cause approximately two percent of motorcycle accidents every year. Such problems include uneven heights on the pavement and potholes.

Rear-end Accidents

At times drivers of commercial vehicles and passenger vehicles fail to see motorcycles directly in front of them. When a car or truck strikes the back of a motorcycle, it can propel the motorcycle forward into the vehicle in front of the motorcycle or into other traffic. These circumstances can cause tragic or fatal injuries to the rider.

If you have sustained injuries in a motorcycle accident, please contact us. Our personal injury attorneys will work hard on your behalf if you have a valid claim to make sure you receive the settlement you deserve.