Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Encourage Safety

Last month, a motorcycle accident on I-94 in Waukesha County caused a backup several miles long on westbound I-94 near Hwy. 67.  The motorcyclist was riding westbound on I-94, mid-afternoon on a Saturday.  They were merely following a passenger car, and a pick-up truck, when an item from the back of the truck became unsecure and landed in the roadway.  The driver of the passenger car slowed suddenly to avoid the debris.  At that moment the motorcyclist struck the car, causing them to roll several times, ejecting the operator.  If the driver ahead of you suddenly slams on his or her brakes, will you be prepared to react? What if someone runs a red light or cuts you off, will you know what to do?

Because of nice weather, Spring and summer present a surge in the number of bikes on the road.  It’s unfortunate, but many drivers don’t look out for motorcycles.  Therefore, accidents are often caused by the other motorist. Action Law Offices can have an investigator go to the scene and figure out what actually happened and who is really at fault.

Minimize your chances of being involved and injured:

• place an added emphasis on being a defensive and alert driver
• be aware of your surroundings as you manage the space around you
• ensure that there’s adequate space to make last second adjustments
• be prepared to adapt to weather and traffic as road conditions change quickly
• always look for potential hazards and play the “what if” game
• wear a helmet, although Wisconsin currently has a partial helmet law.  (Only motorcyclists under age 18, or those holding an instructional permit, are required to wear one.)

The attorneys at Action Law will represent you, not the insurance company or the other driver.  They’ve fought and won cases yielding excellent compensation for other motorcyclist, and can help you too.   If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact Action Law Offices for a free consultation.