Northern California Motorcycle Intersection Accident Attorneys
Northern California Motorcycle Intersection Accident
Motorcycle intersection accidents involving a passenger vehicle are the most common non-interstate motorcycle accident type. Findings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that 51 percent of motorcycle accidents take place at an intersection. Why are intersections so dangerous for motorcycle riders? There are several factors that increase the risk of a motorcycle accident occurring at an intersection, such as:
- Malfunctioning or poorly timed traffic lights
- Overgrown landscaping
- Pedestrian traffic
- Construction zones
- Heavy traffic volume.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle intersection accident and would like to discuss your legal options, contact an attorney at Estey Bomberger. For several decades, our law firm has provided comprehensive and aggressive representation for motorcycle intersection accident victims and their families. An experienced northern California motorcycle collision attorney can inform you of your legal rights and help you recover compensation for your medical costs, lost earnings (if you have been unable to work due to your injury), and pain and suffering.
Northern California Negligent Drivers
When looking at several reports and studies on motorcycle accidents, a driver claiming that they did not see the motorcyclist before hitting them was the most common cause of intersection accidents. Although "not seeing the motorcycle" is almost surely not intentional, the motorist may have been driving distracted, resulting in an unsafe intersection maneuver being performed. Drivers may be held financially liable if their negligent or careless actions caused the motorcycle intersection accident. A negligent or careless action by a driver can include:
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Running a red light
- Making an unsafe left-hand turn
- Failing to stop at a stop sign
- Drunk driving
- Speeding excessively
- Falling asleep at the wheel
- Making an unsafe lane change.
Types of Motorcycle Intersection Accident Injuries
The NHTSA reports in motorcycle accidents involving another vehicle, the motorcycle rider is 90 percent more likely to be fatally wounded than the occupant or passengers of a motor vehicle. Injuries such as head trauma, brain trauma, spinal cord damage, concussions, loss of limb, and bone fractures of the face, arm, leg, hip, pelvis and neck can take weeks, months or even years to recover from, if a full recovery is possible. Lacerations, burns, cuts and bruises can leave permanent scarring and disfigurement. The risk of infection, which can complicate injuries, is also a serious concern for victims of motorcycle intersection accidents.
Estey Bomberger - More than 70 years Motorcycle Accident Litigation Experience
With more than 70 years combined experience, the northern California motorcycle intersection accident lawyers have built a solid reputation as the leaders in motorcycle accident litigation. As a rider himself, Stephen Estey, one of Estey Bomberger’s founding partners, is familiar with the dangers a motorcycle rider faces at an intersection. Along with our experienced team of lawyers, and Steve’s unique perspective, we may be able to help you recover the maximum possible compensation from the negligent or careless driver. Contact our law firm today for a free consultation at (800) 890-6722 or fill out our online case evaluation form.