Motorcycle riders involved in a collision with an automobile, bus, or truck are at risk of serious injury or wrongful death. In fact, studies conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have found that motorcyclists are nine times more likely to be injured in an accident than the occupant of an automobile, and 37 times more likely to be killed than a person in a car in the same crash.
While automobiles are being continually made safer, there is little protection offered to a biker beyond a helmet and riding leathers. Protective clothing unfortunately offers little protection in the event of a serious accident. If you have been hurt in an accident, you need the assistance of motorcycle accident lawyers in Santa Maria who understand the unique issues that must be addressed in accidents involving motorcycles or serious injuries.