Florida E-Bike Laws Explained: Your Guide to Staying Safe and What to Do After a Crash
Electric bicycles are everywhere in Florida—from school commutes to the Pinellas Trail. If you ride an e-bike (or were hurt by one), here’s a clear guide to your rights, responsibilities, and how best to bring an injury claim under Florida law. What counts as an e-bike? Florida treats an e-bike like a bicycle if it […]
What if I Am Partly to Blame for My Motorcycle Accident?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were around 84,000 motorcyclists injured in accidents in 2019. Worse, motorcyclists made up 14 percent of traffic deaths despite using only 3 percent of registered vehicles. Motorcycle crashes can be especially dangerous, leading to severe injuries. These accidents are often complicated, and assigning fault can be […]
What Are the Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?
Motorcycle accidents often result in tragic consequences, such as the death of the motorcyclist or the passengers or disabling injuries that change the life of the victims forever. There are many ways a motorcycle accident can happen. Understanding these accidents can help the public become more aware of the hazards motorcycle riders face each day. […]
Who Is at Fault in Most Motorcycle Accidents?
After a motorcycle accident, serious injuries, medical needs, and an inability to work can leave you struggling financially, physically, and emotionally. If someone else was at fault for the crash, you might have the right to receive financial compensation to help you overcome those challenges. Let’s look at who is at fault in most motorcycle […]
What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident
A motorcycle crash can happen in the blink of an eye, even if you are a cautious rider that obeys traffic rules. Motorcycle accidents are terrifying experiences that will often leave riders in a state of shock that makes it hard to react appropriately. Whether you crash your motorcycle because of poor weather conditions or […]
How a Lawyer Can Help After Suffering a Brain Injury in a Motorcycle Accident
Suffering a brain injury in a motorcycle accident can cause many difficulties. A brain injury can interfere with every area of your life: your work, your leisure time, and even your relationships. Often, motorcycle accident victims find themselves scrambling to figure out what happens next. Can a lawyer help you after a motorcycle accident that […]
Handling Insurance Company Biases Against Motorcyclists by Getting a Lawyer
It’s no secret that insurance companies have a bias against motorcyclists. Insurers treat motorcycle riding as a high-risk activity, charging riders inflated premiums to match. But even worse, motorcyclists who get injured in accidents often struggle to get fair treatment, let alone full payment, from the at-fault party’s insurance carrier. Motorcyclists who get hurt in […]
Tampa Motorcycle Helmet Laws
With year-round sunshine, plenty of beautiful scenery, and dining opportunities, Tampa offers excellent opportunities for motorcyclists. However, many riders have one question when coming to Tampa: “Do I have to wear a helmet?” The state generally sets helmet laws, which can vary widely depending on location. For example, some states have universal helmet laws that […]
Maximizing Motorcycle Safety
Riding a motorcycle is one of the most exhilarating and pleasurable ways to travel on the open road. There is simply nothing like the feeling of the wind in your hair and a sense of freedom that motorbikes provide to their operators and riders. But sadly, motorcycle riding is also one of the most dangerous […]
ATVs and What You Need to Know Before You Get on One
Florida residents and visitors find great joy in pursuing thrilling outdoor activities, especially during the summer. Riding ATVs, a common outdoor activity in Florida, can be a lot of fun. However, it is very important to understand the risks and laws before you get on your favorite four-wheeler. Under Florida law, an ATV is defined […]