Northern California Dirt Bike Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Northern California Dirt Bike Motorcycle Accident
Dirt bikes are designed for off-road riding across heavy terrain and unpaved roads, and unlike a street bike, are illegal to ride on city streets. Although dirt bike riders are not exposed to street and highway traffic, the risk of being involved in a motorcycle accident still exists. There are several factors that can contribute to a dirt bike motorcycle accident occurring, but the most common factor is the lack of regulations regarding the operation of a dirt bike. Riders do not need to be licensed to operate a dirt bike and there is no minimum age requirement to drive a bike. Also, the use of helmets is not required when riding a dirt bike.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a dirt bike accident contact a northern California motorcycle accident lawyer at Estey Bomberger. Our lawyers can investigate the cause of the accident and determine who is responsible for you or your loved one’s injuries. Liability may be placed on a negligent or reckless dirt bike rider or the manufacturer of a bike, if a design flaw or defective part caused the dirt bike motorcycle accident.
Children and Dirt Bike Motorcycle Accidents
A recent story in the Moorpark Acorn newspaper told of a young boy who was thrown from his dirt bike and suffered blunt-force injuries to his neck, which caused him to bleed to death. Tragically, this story and many other similar stories are all too common when talking about children and the dangers associated with dirt bikes. According to statistics gathered by the American Academy of Pediatrics, between 1994 and 1996, approximately 10,000 children under the age of 15 were treated for dirt bike related injuries. By following the simple safety rules listed below, children can stay injury free when riding a dirt bike:
- Before a child rides a dirt bike, give them a lesson on how to safely operate the bike. It is important to stress that dirt bikes are not toys, but machines that must be handled appropriately.
- Check the condition of a bike before letting a child ride. The brakes, lights and tires should be functioning, and there should be enough gas in the tank.
- Never let a child ride a dirt bike on a public road.
- Never let a child ride with anyone on a dirt bike or let him or her carry a passenger on a dirt bike.
- Helmets, goggles, gloves, boots and jackets that are designed for off-road riding should be worn at all times.
- Match the size of the child to the appropriate engine and bike size.
- Never let a child ride alone. Adult supervision is always needed to ensure their safety.
Types of Dirt Bike Injuries
As in any motorcycle accident, there is always risk a rider may suffer a serious or catastrophic injuries when riding a dirt bike. Dirt bike motorcycle accident injuries include:
- Head injuries
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Coma
- Lacerations
- Cut and scrapes
- Bruises
- Dislocation
- Loss of limb
- Road rash
- Broken bones
- Wrongful death.
Dirt Bike Motorcycle Accident Attorneys With a Record of Success
At the personal injury law firm of Estey Bomberger we have helped many clients with severe dirt bike injuries recover financial compensation. Our northern California motorcycle accident lawyers have recovered millions of dollars in settlements for our clients’ medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering (see our case results). We have also helped families seek wrongful death compensation for the devastating loss a loved one in a dirt bike accident. Our personal injury lawyers know how difficult this time can be and want to make sure that you and your family are well equipped to move forward with the recovery process. To speak with a northern California motorcycle accident lawyer call (800) 890-6722. There if no fee to discuss your case with one our lawyers, and we will not charge any fees unless we recover money for you.