Motorcycle Accidents

Today’s local news bring the tragic story of a young Coventry couple killed in a motorcycle accident following collision with another vehicle. While details are still scant at this moment, it is a bitter reminder of how dangerous riding bicycles and motorcycles can be. The warm weather has brought out cyclists of every kind and the accidents the come with…

The warm weather is (hopefully) upon us soon and that means that motorcycle riders will be breaking out their bikes for the season. Signs on highways across Massachusetts and Rhode Islands are warning us to “share the road” and “watch for motorcycles.” It is important for vehicle operators and bike riders alike to share the responsibility of safety. Drivers are…

I had a new client come in yesterday morning who was severely injured in a motorcycle accident. He very rarely rode the motorcycle and did not maintain insurance on the bike or have a current registration. He was concerned that because his bike was unregistered and uninsured that he would be found at fault for the accident. I thought that this…

I’m gonna take everyone back to my first day at Boston College Law School and torts class because it is important to understand how a determination of fault will affect your ability to collect damages following an accident. These rules of comparative liability are most commonly used in auto accident cases but may also apply to slip and fall, construction accidents, motorcycle accidents, etc. Interestingly, Rhode Island…

The Boston Globe had this interesting article discussing not only the growing number of older bike riders, but the fact that these motorcycle riders sustain more frequent and severe injuries than younger riders. The mean age of motorcycle ownership has risen in the past decade from 33.1 in 1998 to 40.2 in recent years. Whether 40 is the new 20 or…

In recent years, Geico Insurance has become one of the leading insurer’s throughout the Country, including a strong foothold in Rhode Island. Their popularity has skyrocketed thanks to effective ad campaigns featuring the lovable English accented gecko and the highly civilized cavemen. Unfortunately, Geico is anything but lovable, friendly, or civilized when it comes to settling personal injury claims. Geico…

We are a few short weeks from motorcycle season in Rhode Island and Massachusetts and it is impossible to avoid discussing the dangers of motorcycle riding. Motorcycle accidents are on the rise and because bikers are unprotected, the injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident are often incredibly serious. Motorcycle accidents can result in traumatic brain injuries, scarring, fractures, other permanent disabilities, and even death.…

Deciding which attorney or law firm will represent you for your personal injuries sustained in an auto, truck, or motorcycle accident is a huge decision. You should conduct research (the internet has made this incredibly easy) and even talk to a few attorneys before deciding who is best to handle your case. Regardless of which attorney or law firm you…

Sunday, a Westerly man was killed while riding his motorcycle marking the 14th fatality this year in Rhode Island involving motorcycles.  I do not know the details of Sunday’s accident, but it is clear that 14 fatalities in this small State is far too many. Unfortunately, around 3,000 cyclists are killed each year across the country.  Both drivers of cars…