Motorcycle season is back. The roads are clearing, bikes are coming out, and for a lot of riders, this is the best time of year.
But every spring, we see the same type of accident happen again and again:
A driver turns left in front of a motorcycle.
A car changes lanes without seeing the rider.
Someone says, “I didn’t see them.”
These aren’t rare situations. They’re some of the most common motorcycle collisions involving other vehicles.
And what often follows can be just as frustrating as the crash itself… assumptions.
That the rider must have been speeding.
That they “came out of nowhere.”
That riding a motorcycle means taking on more responsibility.
But the legal reality is different.
Motorcyclists have the same rights on the road as any driver.
And when an accident is caused by another vehicle, the fact that you were on a motorcycle doesn’t reduce that responsibility.
Over the next few weeks, we’re going to break down:
- The most common motorcycle vs. vehicle collisions
- How fault is actually determined
- The mistakes that can hurt a claim early on
If you ride, this is worth understanding before something goes wrong.
Because when a driver says “I didn’t see you,” that doesn’t end the conversation, it starts it.
Correia & Collins represents motorcycle accident victims. Contact us by phone at 506-648-1700 or online for advice. Your first consultation is free.
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Since 2016, I’ve had the privilege of working for Correia & Collins. First as a student, then as an articled clerk, and now as a lawyer. I have found great pride in problem-solving for clients and guiding them through complex legal problems to achieve the best possible outcomes. Through this experience, I know the importance of having an effective lawyer.