Arizona Accident Lawyer Blog

Based on the National Statistics from 2009, there were 5,430 bikers who were killed, that is an increase of 2% from the data in 2008. Based on research, helmets are estimated 37% effective in preventing any serious injuries to motorcycle riders and 41% for motorcycle passengers.

According to AZCentral report, a motorcycle crash occurred at 4 am on Saturday. The unidentified 22 year old male motorcycle driver and the 21 year old female passenger were heading east bound on McDowell Road when a 2003 Ford Expedition driven by a woman was traveling westbound on McDowell in the left turn lane to turn onto the southbound Arizona 143. The driver of the car did not stop at the red light left-turn arrow and turned in front of the 1980 Yamaha motorcycle. As the motorcycle driver tried to avoid the Expedition , they went down and both people in the motorcycle slid into the side of the vehicle. Neither were wearing helmets, which left the man dead, and the woman critically injured. The police don’t believe that impairment was a factor in the crash.

It is important that in driving a motorcycle both the driver and the passenger should always wear a helmet, always stay focus while driving. If one feels tired in the middle of the night or feels sleepy one must pull over to rest for a while. However, as experienced fatal motorcycle accident attorneys in Phoenix, we understand that even taking all available safety precautions can’t always prevent a crash, especially when another driver violates right-of-way and traffic laws.

If you have lost a loved one in an Arizona motorcycle accident caused by the negligence of another driver, you have the legal right to pursue damages through a wrongful death claim. Contact the lawyers with Breyer Law Offices, P.C. today at 602-457-6222 for a free consultation. You can also follow us on our Arizona Law Team Twitter account for helpful information and additional topics of interest.

A fatal motorcycle accident has shocked Phoenix last week after a motorcyclist ended up through a windshield after colliding with an SUV (ABC15 08/29/2011).

Police received reports of a crash at 12th Street and Northern Avenue around 8:20 p.m. Monday night. Initial investigations reveal the accident happened after the SUV heading west on Northern Avenue failed to yield while turning to the motorcyclist who was travelling eastbound. The 23-year-old victim was rushed to a local hospital but was later pronounced dead.

Responding officers say the victim was wearing a helmet when the fatal accident happened. Tests were carried out to determine if impairment was a factor but the SUV driver tested negative.

Motorcycles pose a number of advantages over automobiles. They can easily pass narrow passages and are cheaper on gas. Some would prefer a motorcycle over a car just because of the different riding experience it offers. But motorcycles leave riders with limited protection; neither an air bag nor a seat belt is present to protect them during a crash.

Statistically speaking, motorcycles do have a higher fatality rate compared to automobiles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 72 in every 100,000 registered motorcycles end up in fatal accidents as opposed to only 13 for cars.

These numbers are not meant to discourage motorcycle riding but rather to promote a “safety first” mindset. Wearing proper protective gear such as DOT-approved helmets, avoiding alcohol and speeding, and staying alert on the road are a few of the best ways that motorcyclists can enjoy a safe ride on the road.

If you have lost a loved one in a fatal Arizona motorcycle accident that was caused by the negligence of another driver, our Phoenix motorcycle accident wrongful death attorneys at the Breyer Law Offices, P.C. may be able to help. Call us today at (602) 457-6222 for a free consultation.