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Motorcycle Accident Law Questions
Phoenix, Arizona
How prevalent are motorcycle accidents?
Every year, the fatality rate from motorcycle accidents rises. In 2006, almost 5,000 motorcyclists were killed (an increase of 5% over 2005) and 88,000 injured in this country. Phoenix motorcycle accident attorney Jerrold A. Mayro, is an experienced motorcycle accident attorney, and he wants to help you, too.
What type of injuries occurs most often in motorcycle accidents?
In motorcycle fatalities, head injuries are usually to blame when motorcycle riders and passengers are thrown from the vehicle during a crash. As far as injuries, a leg fracture is the most common type of injury in a motorcycle accident and one that may necessitate amputation of a limb, extended recuperation, therapy and lost time at work. Other types of injuries include arm fractures and spinal cord injuries.
What are the common causes of motorcycle accidents?
Seventy-five percent of all motorcycle accidents involve another vehicle and the majority of those involve a passenger vehicle making a left turn in front of a motorcycle. A 1981 study funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration showed that intersections are the most likely place for a motorcycle accident to happen and almost half of fatal motorcycle accidents are alcohol-related.
Who is at fault when a car makes a left turn in front of a motorcycle, resulting in an accident?
Typically, the vehicle making a left turn is found to be at fault because those who make left turns must yield to oncoming traffic; this is so regardless of whether the left turning vehicle is a car or motorcycle. However, an investigation will also consider fault of the vehicle with the right of way particularly where excess speed, carelessness or alcohol are involved.
Who can sue for a motorcycle accident injury?
An operator or passenger can sue for a motorcycle accident injury. Much depends upon the investigation and who is determined to be at fault. A passenger of a motorcycle can even sue and recover against his or her operator, if that operator is proven to have fault and injures the passenger.
If I’m involved in a motorcycle accident, do I need to hire a motorcycle accident attorney?
To protect your rights, it is important to have an experienced motorcycle accident attorney who knows how to communicate with insurance companies and who is knowledgeable in the area of motorcycle accident investigation. Jerrold Mayro at the Mayro Law Firm in Phoenix, Arizona can help you recover the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a no-cost consultation.
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