Category Archives: Motorcycle Injury Accident
Motorcycle Safety Foundation Advises Motorcycle Riders What to Wear
For some Mississippians, riding a motorcycle is one of the most exciting, exhilarating, and maybe even relaxing, ways to get around the state. With the open road ahead, scenery to take in, fresh air to breath, and the wind in one’s hair, motorcycle riding can be a great way to take in the sights… Read More »
What is My Motorcycle Accident Personal Injury Case Worth? An In-Depth Look at Damages in Mississippi Motorcycle Accident Cases
Motorcycle accidents are no joke. When a person is involved in a motorcycle accident, they are typically the smaller vehicle on the road, traveling with little protection in comparison to the hard steel, plastic, and fiberglass of a car. As a result, a motorcycle accident can leave a person critically injured and disabled, or… Read More »
Mississippi Motorcycle Accident Leaves Jackson Man Dead, Underscores High Rate Of Motorcycle Fatalities In Mississippi
A deadly motorcycle accident that occurred in early December, 2022, highlights the dangers that Mississippi motorcyclists face every day out on the road, and underscores the high fatality rate of motorcycle-involved motor vehicle accidents in the state. According to local news reports, 32-year-old Bradley Chambers of Jackson, Mississippi was killed after having been involved… Read More »
Gonzales, Louisiana Motorcycle Accident Leaves Motorcyclist Dead, Motorcycle Passenger Injured
Riding a motorcycle can be a thrilling experience. The close proximity to nature, the wind, speed, and 360-degree views without obstruction draw both those who ride motorcycles for sport and for regular everyday transportation. Indeed, motorcycling is a popular American pastime as well as a means to get from Point A to Point B…. Read More »
Mississippi Motorcycle Laws You Should Know
Although motorcycles are a thrilling alternative to standard passenger vehicles, they do have risks. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), around 5,000 motorcyclists lose their lives every year in vehicular accidents, and motorcyclists are 29 times more likely to die in an accident than standard passenger vehicle drivers. Mississippi has implemented… Read More »
5 Things You Must Do After a Motorcycle Crash in Mississippi
Though motorcycle riding is a gratifying experience for many, it also comes with an increased risk of experiencing an accident and injuries. Motorcyclists are more susceptible to fatal injuries in particular because they have less protection around their bodies than passenger vehicle occupants. Motorcycles also do not have the visibility that other vehicles do,… Read More »
Are Motorcycle Helmets Required in Louisiana?
Motorcyclists are not required to abide by many of the rules that govern other passenger vehicles. They don’t wear seat belts, their vehicles don’t come with airbags, and they’re far more exposed than a person driving an automobile. Because motorcyclists have less protection than other drivers, it’s critical that they wear protective motorcycle helmets…. Read More »