BMW Develops Self-Driving Motorcycle to Study Potential Safety Features
October 17, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents,Uncategorized
By now, you’ve almost certainly heard about self-driving cars and trucks as well as “semi-autonomous” safety features like lane-keeping assist and automatic emergency braking systems. But what about motorcycles? Until now, manufacturers have focused on putting these advanced safety features cars and trucks—but BMW is looking to change that. Earlier this year, after a two-year… read more
Facial Injuries and Disfigurement to Motorcyclists
September 5, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
The Indiana University Public Policy Institute reports that motorcycle accidents resulted in 2,505 injuries during 2016. When motorcyclists are involved in accidents, they can often be thrown off of their bikes, onto the ground, or into other vehicles, potentially resulting in disfiguring injuries to the face or other parts of the body. Thankfully for victims,… read more
Indianapolis Motorcycle Accidents Can Result in Traumatic Brain Injuries
August 15, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
According to Statista, more than 220,000 motorcycles were registered in Indiana in 2016, and it is easy to see why. Riding a motorcycle can be an exhilarating experience, and nothing else can connect a driver to the open road in the same way. In addition, they’re easy to store, maneuverable, fast, and great on gas…. read more
What Women Riders Need to Know About Motorcycles
July 11, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
While riding a motorcycle has long been associated with a particular type of masculinity, more and more women are discovering the joys of motorcycling and learning how to ride. In a world where many consumer products are inexplicably gendered, it may come as a surprise that nobody makes gender-specific motorcycles. After all, women tend to… read more
Four Motorcycle Safety Tips for Summer
June 20, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle enthusiasts through Indianapolis are undoubtedly happy that the cold winter months are firmly behind us and are getting their bikes out of the garage for the first time in months. Motorcyclists are the most vulnerable motorists on the road, however, so consider some safety tips before your first ride of the season. Have Your… read more
More than 2,300 Indiana Motorcyclists Were Injured or Killed in 2016
May 2, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
According to recent data released by the Indiana University Public Policy Institute, 2,322 motorcyclists sustained injuries and 100 motorcyclists died in collisions in 2016. Motorcycle accidents often leave victims with extremely serious injuries, largely because riders lack the protections offered by the body of a car or truck. When motorcyclists are involved in a crash,… read more
May Is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
April 4, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
As the weather warms up this spring, more and more motorcyclists will dust off their bikes and take to the streets throughout Indiana and the rest of the county. While motorcyclists can make themselves as safe as possible while riding, it is also important to remind other motorists to share the road and remain… read more
Motorcycle Accidents Can Leave Victims with Spinal Cord Injuries
March 7, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
At risk of stating the obvious, riding a motorcycle is significantly more dangerous than riding in a car or truck. Motorcycles are not equipped with safety features like airbags and seatbelts, and a serious collision often throw riders and passengers from their bikes. When accidents throw people from motorcycles, they often land on the… read more
Now Is the Prime Motorcycle Season—and a Good Time to Take Safety Precautions
September 25, 2017 | Motorcycle Accidents
With an abundance of good weather, the call of the open road beckons to many. Often, that means taking to the highway on a motorcycle. Although cruising the byways on a motorcycle can bring a powerful sense of freedom, the risk of serious injury or death is considerably higher while riding a motorcycle than when… read more
Statistics Prove That Motorcycle Helmets Save Lives
March 14, 2017 | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists are at a significant risk of injury every time they ride. Unlike a car or truck, motorcyclists are completely exposed to the elements and do not enjoy the increased safety that is afforded by features like airbags, seat belts, and crumple zones. As a result, other than riding safely, the only thing that motorcyclists… read more
3 Causes of Fatal Indianapolis Motorcycle Accidents
July 10, 2016 | Motorcycle Accidents
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety[1] Loss Date Institute provides that in 2014 there were 4,295 motorcycle fatalities nationwide. While motorcycles are a popular mode of transportation, these statistics remind us that they are not always the safest way to get around Indianapolis. Unlike sedans or SUVs, motorcycles do not provide the protection of an… read more
June 29, 2016 | Motorcycle Accidents
If you are a passenger on a motorcycle that gets into an accident, you likely sustained some serious or even life-threatening injuries. Depending on the specifics of the crash, a passenger might have the ability to recover accident damages against the motorcycle operator or other vehicle that was involved. Passenger Injury Where the Motorcycle is… read more
Indianapolis Motorcycle Accidents and Road Hazards
May 23, 2016 | Motorcycle Accidents
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety[1] the federal government estimates that per mile traveled in 2012, the number of deaths from motorcycle accidents was more than 26 times the number of auto accidents. Motorcycle deaths accounted for 13% of all motor vehicle crash deaths in 2013. Indianapolis Road Hazards for Motorcycles The unstable… read more