Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
The first thing you should do after a motorcycle accident is to call 911 and get the police involved. If there is more than one vehicle involved, call the police, especially if property damage exceeds $500. Medical attention should be sought by both parties, even if the injury is minor. Even though the physical injuries may not be obvious immediately, they can take hours or even days to manifest. Make sure to take detailed notes. In addition, make sure you call the ambulance or seek emergency medical care.
Lessons learned from MAIDS study of motorcycle accidents
The MAIDS study of motorcycle accidents examined the causes of crashes in five countries. It included 921 crashes, with data on both motorcycles and mopeds. Researchers analyzed the accident data, interviewing witnesses, inspecting the impacted vehicles, and examining the medical records of those involved. They found that a combination of factors contributed to motorcycle crashes, including speed, driver error, and inadequate visibility. The findings were published in the MAIDS study report, which is available in PDF format.
Pre-collision brakes
While you might be surprised to learn that motorcycle accidents are usually caused by front-end crashes, the opposite is actually true. When you are following a car, if you are not careful, you could be thrown through the air, in some cases even into the rear bumper of the car. Other front-end crashes are caused by unsafe road conditions or evasive maneuvers, which can lead to collisions with fixed objects.
Left turning cars
A left-turning car is one of the leading causes of a motorcycle accident. A driver might not see a motorcycle when making an illegal left turn, and thus, the motorcycle does not see the car. The driver may be distracted and fail to see the motorcycle, resulting in an accident. Fortunately, there are some ways to avoid a left-turning car accident. Below are a few common causes of motorcycle accidents.
Drunk driving
A drunk driver who crashes into your motorcycle can leave you with severe injuries. Many victims remain bedridden for days or even weeks after an accident. During that time, your hospital bills can quickly pile up, and you may not be able to work. In such a situation, a personal injury claim may be the only way you can get back on your feet. Listed below are some of the reasons why you should file for compensation after a drunk driving accident.
Medical treatment after a motorcycle accident
No matter what, you should go to the hospital for medical treatment after a motorcycle accident. You may be worried about co-pays and how much money you’ll have to spend, but it’s best to get checked out and rule out any injuries that you may not immediately realize. Medical attention is important to your recovery and can also help with your insurance claim if you need to file one. Here are a few things to do after a motorcycle accident to get the right kind of medical attention.