When a car or a truck collides with a motorcycle, bicycle or scooter, the results can be devastating. Although many motorcyclists, bicyclists and scooter riders wear helmets and other protective gear, they are still likely to suffer serious and potentially catastrophic injuries.
If you or someone you love has suffered an injury in a motorcycle, bicycle or scooter accident that was caused by another person’s negligence, we will thoroughly investigate the situation and provide you legal guidance throughout the process.
Common Injuries in Motorcycle, Bicycle & Motorized Scooter Accidents
Motorcycle, bicycle and scooter accidents can lead to serious injuries, which often occur when a motorcyclist, bicyclist or scooter rider falls from the vehicle onto the ground, striking a body part. These more serious injuries include broken bones, fractures, internal damage, traumatic brain injuries, and other catastrophic injuries.
Common Causes of Motorcycle, Bicycle & Motorized Scooter Accidents in California
Motorcycle, bicycle and scooter accidents can occur in a host of different ways. Some of the most common causes of these collisions include the following:
Reckless Driving
Reckless driving includes violating the rules of the road, such as running stop signs, speeding, and following too closely. Any of these types of behaviors may cause a car, truck, or other vehicle to collide with a motorcycle, bicycle or scooter, causing the operator injuries.
Distracted Driving
When drivers are paying attention to electronic devices, such as cell phones and GPS devices, they are diverting their attention away from the road, increasing the likelihood that they may collide with another vehicle, including a motorcycle, bicycle or scooter.
Poor Road Conditions
In some cases, motorcycle, bicycle and scooter accidents are not caused by a negligent motor vehicle driver, but rather because of road defects. These road defects are especially common at construction sites. However, potholes, grooved payment, and other road hazards can also cause a motorcycle, bicycle or scooter operator to lose control and become involved in an accident. When that occurs, the accident victim may be able to bring a claim or lawsuit against a municipality, construction company, or some other entity who is responsible for properly maintaining the roadway where the accident occurred.