Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in California:
Every year thousands of riders suffer severe injuries and tragic deaths in motorcycle accidents in California. Our law firm is dedicated to providing victims of motorcycle accidents with the legal representation they need in order to receive just compensation for their damages.
From our vast experience and knowledge we have amassed a list of the most common causes of motorcycle rider accidents in the state of California. If you have any further questions after reading this article contact our law offices. All legal consultations and case reviews are provided by our attorneys free of charge.
Top Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in California:
- Inattentive motorist on the roads – changing lanes without looking out for riders.
- Roadway defects – defective roadways can include poorly maintained roads resulting in potholes.
- Weather Conditions – rain, sleet, ice and rain resulting in slippery roads.
- Rear end accidents – often causes by tailgating of other motorists or sudden stop accidents.
- Defective motorcycles like defective road tires and poor bike maintenance resulting in single bike accidents.
- Crashes caused by open doors of other vehicles.
- Left hand turns accidents.
- Other motorists driving while under the influence of an intoxicating agent.
- Inexperienced riding of a motor vehicle.
- Accident caused by lane splitting – in California motorcycle riders are able to lane split. However, many drivers on the road are unaware of this law, resulting in frequent collisions.
If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident and have any questions or if you have an active case and would like a second opinion on your case, feel free to contact our attorneys.
