Motorcycle Accidents

Oklahoma Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

 
Motorcycles are an inherently dangerous means of transportation taking on average the lives of over three thousand people annually. In fact, the number of deaths from motorcycle accidents is twenty six times that of automobile accidents when the two are compared on a per mile basis. This is attributed to the lack of protection, visibility, and stability offered by a motorcycle.

There are five types of accidents that account for the large majority of all motorcycle-related fatalities. Almost half of all fatal motorcycle wrecks involve the motorcycle running off the road. About one in five motorcycle accident deaths occur from either the motorcycle or another vehicle running some form of traffic control. Head on collisions account for approximately one in ten motorcycle accident deaths, and just less than one in ten of these wrongful deaths are caused by an automobile making a turn in front of a motorcycle. The fifth most common type of fatal motorcycle accident is when the motorcycle goes down in the road.

Whenever a motorcycle is involved in an accident, the operator is almost always thrown from the bike exposing them to a myriad of injuries. The most common fatal motorcycle accident injury involved in motorcycle wrecks is a head injury.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an Oklahoma bike (motorcycle) accident, contact our Oklahoma City based plaintiff’s law firm. Atkins & Markoff has experience in motorcycle accident claims is ready to help you today. Please fill out our contact form or call us toll free.

Motorcycle Accident Injuries

As roads and highways become more and more congested, and drivers continue to drive distracted, the risk of dangerous motorcycle accidents occurring has significantly increased. Unfortunately, when a motorcycle is involved in a collision with a car or truck, even if the accident is caused by the other driver, the motorcycle rider if the one who is likely to sustain to more severe injuries. In fact, statistics show that motorcyclists are injured in accidents four times more often than other drivers, and they are twenty-one times more likely to be killed in a crash. The most common fatal injury caused by motorcycle accidents is a head injury. Other common motorcycle accident injuries include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Broken bones
  • Whiplash
  • Concussion
  • Lacerations
  • Fractures

Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Oklahoma

To protect the safety of motorcycle riders and other drivers, all motorcycle operators in Oklahoma are required to have a motorcycle (M) endorsements on their driver’s license. Oklahoma also enforces safety regulations for motorcycle riders, including requiring helmets for riders under the age of 18, and requiring the use of daytime headlights and protective eye wear. Unfortunately, inexperience and lack of safety measures continue to contribute to the occurrence of motorcycle accidents in Oklahoma. Other causes of motorcycle accidents include:

  • Aggressive maneuvering
  • Riding at dangerous speeds
  • Lack of defensive driving
  • Insufficient braking skills
  • Failure of other vehicles to yield

Motorcycle Accident Attorneys for Injuries

Many motorcycle accidents are caused by the negligence of another driver on the road. Unfortunately, due to the smaller size of motorcycles, they are more difficult for other drivers to see, which can have serious adverse consequences. In some cases, drivers traveling in the opposite direction of a motorcycle may not see the motorcycle, or they may misjudge the distance of the motorcycle down the road. The driver may deem it safe to make a left turn in front of the motorcycle rider, causing a dangerous collision. If you or a loved one has sustained injuries caused by a motorcycle accident, contact an Oklahoma motorcycle accident attorney, as you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, and pain and suffering. If your injuries were caused by the negligence of another driver, an experienced Oklahoma motorcycle accident lawyer can help you hold the other party accountable for your injuries. If you were involved in a motorcycle accident and you were not at-fault, you should not be held responsible for the resulting consequences. By hiring a qualified Oklahoma motorcycle accident attorney to represent your case, you can collect the compensation you deserve and protect yourself from further harm.