Whether you are cruising along a quiet country lane or speeding through congested highways, there are always several dangers for drivers on California roads. One of the deadliest of these can be bicycles. While vehicle drivers are not usually injured in an accident with a bicycle, the lack of protection on a cyclist can be fatal, leaving many to wonder if sharing the roads is the best option for those on two wheels.
Do bicycles belong on the roads?
Alcohol involvement in motorcycle accidents
When cars and motorcycles collide in California or any other state, the bigger vehicle usually has a better outcome. In fact, almost any time a motorcyclist is involved in any type of accident, the results are grim. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association states that 80 percent of all motorcyclists that are involved in crashes are killed or injured. When alcohol is involved, the risk of fatal injuries is even greater.
Truck drivers with sleep apnea are more likely to cause accidents
There are various medical conditions that can affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Truck drivers, whether they reside in California or elsewhere, who have one of these conditions, are required by law to seek treatment in order to keep their jobs. Unfortunately, some fail to stick to the prescribed treatment and accidents happen as a result.
The dangers of pedestrian accidents
Car accidents in California can lead to major injuries or death for drivers and passengers, but when pedestrians are involved, the results are more likely to be fatal. Since people on foot have little to no protection, you are more likely to inflict greater damage than you sustain. We at E and E Law Group work to help you if you are involved in a pedestrian accident.
Don't let fear of court papers cut you out of compensation
As a motorcyclist, you know that some serious dangers come along with operating your motorcycle on the roadway. Though you hope that other drivers will take the time to use caution and look for smaller vehicles such as yours, many individuals easily overlook motorcyclists. As a result, you may have found yourself seriously injured in a crash, and now, you may wonder how to potentially seek compensation.
The dangers of garbage trucks
When you think of dangerous vehicles, a garbage truck is probably not one of the first ones to come to mind. The truth is that these machines lead to injuries and deaths each year in California and across the country. There are several different ways that you can be hurt or killed by garbage trucks, and we at E and E Law Group work to make sure you are compensated to the fullest amount possible in the event of an accident.
