Many of us are feeling the spring itch and there is nothing better than warm beautiful weather. For motorcycle riders in particular, “spring fever” is highly anticipated because they can finally take their bike out to play. However, even for seasoned riders, it’s important to do a pre-ride checklist before cruising down the open roads …
Motorcycle Accidents: Deer and Motorcycles Don’t Mix
The cooler fall temperatures will be here before we know it; which means driving conditions and road hazards will change. Deer jumping into the path of a vehicle can cause one of the many road hazards. However, not enough discussion has been geared towards motorcyclists being vulnerable to this type of danger. When a car …
Motorcycles: For Safety, Be Seen and Heard
Motorcycles and riders are easy targets to blame for causing a ruckus – or even disturbing the peace. Hundreds and thousands of police reports and claims are filed each year because pedestrians, neighbors and/or businesses are finding motorcycles too obnoxious. However, what many don’t realize is that there’s an excessive number of motorcyclists who are …
Summer is the Season to Ride – Stay Safe and Avoid a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcyclists love the summer! It’s the season where they can most utilize their two wheels because of the nice weather and clear road ahead. As a part of the 100 deadliest days, we wanted to stress the importance of motorcycle safety—especially with the addition of more riders on the road. Look over your bike! Your …
Saddle-Up, But Don’t Forget Your Helmet
Spring will be here before we know it! Many of us are looking forward to the warmer temperatures and weekend getaways. And if you are one of the nearly 200,000 Georgians that own a motorcycle, you may be bringing the hog out of hibernation. While the sound of the engine or sharp turns ahead may …
Motorcycle Passenger Law
With temperatures purportedly reaching the upper-70s this week, it seemed like the perfect time to pick up where we left off in our last discussion about motorcycles. As promised, we’re back to discuss Georgia’s laws regarding passengers on motorcycles. The governing statute for motorcycle passengers is O.C.G.A. § 40-6-311(a), which states: A person operating a …
Motorcycle Helmet Law
Spring has sprung! And, motorcyclists everywhere are donning their motorcycle gear and they’re ready to R-I-D-E! Many of our readers are experienced riders, while some of you may be new to this adrenaline-fueled activity. Regardless of whether you are old enough to remember “Easy Rider”, or barely old enough to remember “Wild Hogs,” it is …
Do Helmets Reduce Motorcycle Accident Injuries?
Despite wearing helmets, motorcyclists often suffer serious injuries. If you or a loved one is involved in a serious accident, consult a lawyer protect your rights. From the standpoint of your own safety as a motorcyclist, statistics show that wearing helmets saves lives. A Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) research report for 2011 indicated that …
