Motorcycle crashes

There is something about the freedom of riding a motorcycle. The increased maneuverability and responsiveness of the bike compared to a traditional vehicle is an empowering feeling for those who can handle it. Add in the fact that these vehicles are often more fuel...

California is the rare state in which “lane splitting” by motorcyclists is not illegal, as long as it’s done safely. Under the California Vehicle Code, lane splitting “means driving a motorcycle…between rows of stopped or moving vehicles in the same lane, including on...

Riding a motorcycle provides enthusiasts with more fun and freedom than other types of vehicles. But things can easily turn ugly when motorcyclists are suddenly struck by a negligent driver. Injuries from motorcycle accidents can be severe, life-changing, and even...

Over 800,000 motorcycle riders in California would almost certainly agree that the best way to get around is on two wheels. Whether riding to work or cruising down Pacific Coast Highway, there’s nothing like feeling the wind as you travel on the open road. Those same...

Motorcycles are efficient, but they are somewhat dangerous when compared to other types of motor vehicles. Although the people who ride motorcycles usually need extra training and license endorsements, if they get into a crash, they are at elevated risk of severe...

Motor vehicle crashes often lead to expensive property damage and medical costs. Motorcyclists have much more risk of a severe injury in a crash because they don't have an enclosed vehicle to help protect them. They will depend on insurance to help them offset the...

Every May, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month arrives. And every month including May contains hundreds of avoidable motorcycle-related collisions that lead to debilitating and fatal injuries. Drivers fail to yield to motorcyclists, causing collisions. Distracted...

Your teenager sharing that they want to learn how to ride a motorcycle can strike fear in a parent’s heart. Whether you ride motorcycles yourself or stick to four-wheeled vehicles, you know that motorcycle riding presents a heightened risk of injury (or worse) to the...

Left turns are always more dangerous than right turns. Any time a vehicle turns left, it crosses through oncoming traffic. But there is an especially high level of risk for motorcyclists. This danger doesn't just come when the motorcyclist turns left themselves. One...

In large part, California motorcyclists have to follow the same traffic rules as everyone else. They have to obey traffic lights and posted signs. They need to follow the speed limit and signal when they intend to slow down or turn. However, motorcycles are inherently...