A motorcycle can be an efficient and fun way to travel on Massachusetts roads. Sadly, however, motorcycles are often involved in violent and sometimes deadly crashes when other motorists fail to act reasonably around them. Motorcycle accidents often result in...
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle rider struck by truck debris seriously injured
Motorcyclists can suffer serious injuries and even death when they are hit by other vehicles. The collision between a motorcycle and a car can be violent and can leave a motorcycle rider with broken bones, organ damage, internal bleeding, and brain and spinal...
What should be done after a motorcycle accident?
Any vehicle accident can be a traumatic and difficult event to manage. It is important that in the wake of such an incident that a victim seeks the medical support they need to have their injuries attended to. The victim of a motorcycle accident in Massachusetts may...
Many drivers fail to see motorcycles out on the roads
Drivers in Massachusetts and states throughout the country are cautioned to limit the distractions in their vehicles so that they can put their attention on the roads before them. Too often Worcester residents hear horrific accounts of drivers causing accidents...
Living with a spinal cord injury after a motorcycle accident
Jurisdictions throughout the nation have adopted mandatory helmet laws for motorcyclists. This is because the risk of head injuries resulting from motorcycle collisions is significant and traumatic brain injuries can cause victims to suffer debilitating harm and even...
Despite drop in deaths, motorcycle fatalities are still a problem
Earlier this year the Governor's Highway Safety Administration published a press release that noted that in 2017, motorcycle accident fatalities had dropped 5.6 percent over those suffered in 2016. That reduction in deaths calculated out to nearly 300 fewer lives lost...
Motorcyclist killed in collision with car
According to reports, a recent accident in Worcester claimed the life of a 31-year-old woman. The victim was riding a motorcycle on Plantation Street when it appears that a vehicle turned in front of her to access the Interstate 290 on-ramp. The victim and her...
Road conditions that can cause auto accidents
Most motor vehicle accidents tend to be the result of driver error and sometimes due to poor weather conditions. However, another culprit that deserves more attention is the road itself. The very surface that you drive on can pose a danger and cause you to get into an...
After the crash, do not post on social media
When you are behind the wheel, you should stay off your phone. Your chances of being in a wreck increase if you try to post something on Facebook or Twitter while driving. However, it is also a good idea to stay off social media before you receive money from your...
What is a traumatic brain injury?
Even when a motorcyclist takes extreme precautions to protect their health and safety, they can still suffer significant injuries if they are struck by negligent vehicle drivers. One of the most serious injuries that a Massachusetts motorcyclist may sustain in a...