There are many different ways that people in Louisiana move around. Some walk to their destinations, some ride bicycles, many people drive cars or trucks and some others ride motorcycles. Riding motorcycles can be a very fun and enjoyable mode of transportation, but...
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Victims of motorcycle accidents may need legal help
A previous post on this bog talked about how motorcyclists who travel on Louisiana's roads are more likely to be involved in a serious or even fatal accident than are people who drive in other vehicles. Family members can easily lose a loved one in a serious...
Motorcyclists almost 30 times more likely to die in an accident
People in Louisiana probably know intuitively that motorcyclists are at a greater risk of serious injury or death in a collision. After all, the sheer difference in size between a motorcycle and even a small car means that the relatively unprotected motorcyclist will...
The head is not the only vulnerable part of a motorcyclist’s body
There is a heavy emphasis among both lawmakers and safety experts on urging motorcyclists to wear helmets in order to protect their heads and necks. This is very good advice, as helmets do indeed prevent many fatalities and catastrophic injuries caused as a result of...
Why a car’s left turn can be so dangerous for motorcyclists
Recent statistics reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration suggest that many motorcycle accidents happen at intersections when a motorist makes a left turn in front of a motorcyclist traveling straight, thereby failing to yield the right of way...
What is a safe distance to follow a motorcycle?
The common rule that many drivers in Louisiana follow is what is referred to as the two-second rule. Basically, if a driver arrives at the same spot as the car in front of him in two or more seconds, he has a safe following distance.The rule is a bit different,...
Louisiana moped rider killed in accident
A Louisiana man driving a moped in a town north and west of Houma died in an accident after being thrown from his bike.Although police indicated that they were continuing to investigate the accident, they said that it appeared a passenger car came up from behind the...
Louisiana motorists must practice motorcycle awareness
When the sun is shining, and the autumn temperatures are pleasant, that is enough of a reason for motorcyclists to take a ride. However, riding a motorcycle is not without its risks. Of course, motorcyclists can wear helmets and carefully follow the rules of the road...
Louisiana motorists must practice motorcycle awareness
Some residents may view motorcyclists as reckless risk-takers, but in reality, most motorcyclists are responsible and just want to get from Point A to Point B safely. Unfortunately, if a motorcyclist is in a crash, the laws of physics are not on their side. Therefore,...
Comparative negligence in motorcycle accident cases
Most states, including Louisiana, have laws on when a motorcyclist is required to wear a helmet. It is well recognized that wearing a helmet can save a motorcyclist's life in a motorcycle accident. In fact, motorcyclists who do not wear a helmet are three times more...