Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Florida

Our Plantation attorneys hold negligent drivers accountable

A motorcycle accident can happen in just seconds, leaving motorcyclists with serious and often life-altering injuries. But the aftermath of a crash can be very frustrating and stressful. Negligent drivers may deny doing anything wrong, and insurance companies take steps to try to minimize financial compensation.

The motorcycle accident attorneys at Feingold Posner Draizin understand the physical, emotional, and financial impact that a crash can have on you and your family. That’s why we build strong cases that hold negligent drivers accountable and fight insurance company attempts to pay you less.

What causes motorcycle accidents?

There are many drivers who don’t like to share the road with motorcycles – or don’t even see them. This puts motorcyclists at risk and increases the risk of a crash. Negligent drivers cause motorcycle accidents through:

Failure to yield the right of way – Many motorcycle accidents occur when drivers do not give motorcycles the right of way at intersections or when merging. This can lead to collisions, especially when drivers misjudge the speed or distance of an approaching motorcycle.
Distracted driving – This reduces a driver’s awareness and reaction time. When drivers text, talk, or use in-car technology, they may fail to see motorcycles around them, leading to serious accidents.
Speeding – Speeding reduces a driver’s ability to react to sudden changes in traffic and increases stopping distance. When drivers exceed speed limits, they have less time to notice and react to motorcycles, increasing the risk of high-impact crashes that are particularly dangerous for motorcyclists.
Driving under the influence – Alcohol and drugs impair judgment, coordination, and reaction times. Drivers under the influence are less likely to notice motorcycles and properly judge safe distances and speeds, significantly raising the risk of a collision.
Unsafe lane changes – Motorcycles can easily be hidden in a vehicle’s blind spots. When drivers fail to check these spots or signal appropriately before changing lanes, they risk sideswiping motorcycles or cutting them off, which can cause motorcyclists to crash or lose control.
Following too closely – Tailgating is especially dangerous for motorcyclists because it reduces the rear driver’s time to react if the motorcycle stops abruptly. Motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars, and a rear-end collision can be fatal for the motorcyclist.
Aggressive driving – Aggressive maneuvers like weaving through traffic, abrupt lane changes, or speeding can be deadly near motorcycles. Such driving behaviors can intimidate or startle motorcyclists, leading to unsafe reactions and potentially severe accidents.

How a motorcycle accident lawyer can help prove liability

Establishing negligence after a motorcycle crash can be difficult. Negligent drivers often deny doing anything wrong and refuse to accept responsibility. That’s why it’s important to have an experienced attorney on your side. Our firm can investigate to find out what really happened. This involves:

Gathering evidence –This includes physical evidence from the accident scene, such as skid marks, vehicle damage, and debris. We can also obtain traffic camera footage or surveillance videos that captured the accident.
Interviewing witnesses – Our lawyers identify and interview witnesses who saw the accident or the events leading up to it. We collect statements that provide insight into the driver’s behavior and actions.
Analyzing police reports – We review the official report for details on the accident, such as the officer’s observations and any citations issued. This report can be used as evidence to establish fault.
Consulting experts – If needed, we work with accident reconstruction experts to recreate the accident and demonstrate how negligence occurred. Medical experts are sometimes used to explain the extent of injuries and their connection to the accident.

Our lawyers also determine the total damages you suffered in the accident. This includes all current and future medical expenses, lost wages if you couldn’t work, and other damages such as pain and suffering.

We know how to fight back against insurance companies

Following a motorcycle accident, insurance companies will go to great lengths to minimize your claim so they can pay you as little as possible. We know how they operate. All of our attorneys used to represent the insurance companies and are very familiar with the tactics and strategies they use.

That’s why we focus on building strong cases that insurance companies have to take seriously. We are fully committed to helping you recover the financial compensation you deserve for what happened.

If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident in Plantation, Broward County, or anywhere in Florida, it’s important to get legal advice as soon as possible. Let’s talk about what happened. Learn about your legal options and get answers to your questions. Contact us to schedule a free consultation.