What Are Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?
The 5 Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Crashes in Florida
Motorcycle accidents happen in Florida for many reasons, but in many cases, crashes caused by other drivers result from mistakes. Knowing what to do in such a situation can be confusing. That’s why it’s important that you have an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer investigating your crash and uncovering the truth.
Florida motorcycle accident attorney Armando Edmiston can help you every step of the way. He knows the reasons why motorcycle accidents often happen. He knows what evidence to look for to build the strongest possible legal case. Armando Personal Injury Law has a strong track record of success in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and throughout Florida.
What was the cause of your motorcycle accident?
Determining the cause of a motorcycle accident can be challenging. That’s why it’s important that you have an attorney investigating your crash familiar with different causes of motorcycle accidents. We know why these accidents happen and exactly what to look for, no matter how your crash happened. Some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents include:
Drivers must share the road with every other vehicle. When a driver fails to yield, they are disrespecting the motorcycle's right of way and putting the motorcycle rider in danger. Poor judgment, distracted, and reckless driving can easily cause a car to collide with a motorcycle.
Whatever the circumstances of your motorcycle accident, we’re prepared to do the work that needs to be done to uncover the truth. Whether it’s reviewing your accident report, visiting the accident scene, or interviewing witnesses, we go the extra mile to make sure you have a strong legal case.
After your motorcycle crash, make sure your case counts
One of the most frustrating aspects of motorcycle accidents is that motorcyclists are blamed for collisions with other vehicles – even when they did nothing wrong. Worst of all, some insurance companies believe these drivers. Why? Because some people are biased against motorcyclists and think they’re all reckless drivers.
We know the truth. In most cases, collisions involving motorcyclists are caused by other drivers. That’s why we’re proud to work with motorcyclists wrongly accused of causing collisions. As your attorney, we can help set the record straight and deal directly with the other driver’s insurance company. If they refuse to cooperate, we will not hesitate to take them to court on your behalf.
Count on our law firm when it matters most. Contact Armando Personal Injury Law and schedule your free case evaluation today.
Distracted drivers
Drivers often don’t pay attention and end up causing serious collisions with motorcyclists. Whether it’s using a phone while driving, changing a radio station, or eating while driving, distracted drivers are often to blame for many motorcycle crashes. Having an experienced distracted driving motorcycle accident attorney on your side can help set the record straight. We can demand the money you deserve for your crash.
Speeding drivers
Speeding drivers wreak havoc on Florida roads. This is especially true when it comes to accidents involving motorcyclists. Because other drivers are going so fast, they often don’t have time to stop or avoid crashing into a motorcycle. When this happens, motorcyclists often sustain very serious injuries. Our law firm can investigate your motorcycle accident and help hold the driver who caused your crash accountable for their actions.
Drunk drivers
Drivers under the influence of alcohol have slower reaction times, have trouble staying in their lane, and sometimes even fall asleep at the wheel. And when they do, motorcyclists sometimes are the ones who suffer the most. If a drunk driver crashed into your motorcycle, we can be your voice for justice after your drunk driving motorcycle accident. Don’t simply assume the police will take care of everything. Their job is to investigate your accident, not make sure you’re fairly compensated for your crash.
Reckless drivers
Whether it’s changing lanes without warning, tailgating, weaving in between traffic, or breaking other rules of the road, reckless drivers often cause serious motorcycle accidents. When they do, it’s our job to hold them accountable for their actions. We know how to investigate motorcycle accidents involving reckless driving. We know what evidence matters most. That’s why you want our legal team working for you after your motorcycle accident.
Dooring Accidents
Drivers in parked cars need to be careful when opening their car doors. They need to check whether anyone else is coming. Otherwise, they may open their car door, causing a serious accident involving a motorcyclist. When this happens, our law firm can investigate your dooring accident and ensure your rights are respected. We take our job seriously, and we’re proud to represent injured motorcyclists throughout Florida.
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About the Author
Attorney Armando Edmiston is the founding attorney of Armando Personal Injury Law in Tampa, Florida, a law firm dedicated to helping people harmed in car, truck, motorcycle, nursing home, and other serious injury cases. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran and personal injury lawyer, Armando draws on his real-world courtroom experience and years of representing injured Floridians to write and carefully review the legal content on this website. Every guide is written in clear, straightforward language so injured people and their families can better understand their rights, and is reviewed for legal accuracy before publication.