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Lawyer Addressing Serious Injuries in Motorcycle Crashes in Severn, MD

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Motorcyclists understand that the dangers they face while on the road are more serious than those that may affect other drivers or people in passenger vehicles. A motorcycle rider will often absorb the full force of a collision, which can result in severe injuries. Most of the time, motorcycle accidents are not caused by anything that a motorcyclist did, but by drivers who violated traffic laws or acted negligently.

When negligent drivers cause motorcycle crashes, they may be held liable for the damages suffered by motorcycle riders. An injury victim may be compensated for their medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses. At Whitlock Law, our attorney represents motorcycle accident victims in Severn and the surrounding areas, providing the legal help they need to secure full and fair compensation so they can recover from their injuries and move forward with their lives.

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Why Drivers May Fail to See Motorcycles

A large number of motorcycle accidents occur in situations where drivers do not see motorcycles. There is no excuse for failing to fully pay attention and notice other vehicles on the road, but there are a number of factors that can contribute to accidents, including:

The Small Size of Motorcycles

Motorcycles take up much less space than cars or trucks. Because of their smaller profile, motorcycles may be easy to overlook when a driver is watching the vehicles that travel through an intersection, checking their mirrors before a lane change, or looking at traffic on a busy road. When a driver is used to looking at larger vehicles, they may not pay attention to a motorcycle in their field of view.

Visual Obstacles and Road Conditions

Motorcycles may be obscured by certain obstacles. Other vehicles, trees on the side of the road, signs, or changes in lighting conditions can affect a person's ability to see a motorcycle at a critical moment. Drivers who do not account for obstacles that may obstruct their view and proceed cautiously at intersections or in other locations may collide with motorcycles.

Distracted Driving

A driver's ability to see motorcycles may be affected by multiple types of distractions. When a person is looking at their phone, adjusting their radio or other vehicle controls, or engaging in activities like eating or grooming, they can easily miss motorcycles on the road around them. Distracted driving can prevent a driver from being able to react in time to avoid a collision with a motorcycle, or it may cause a driver to take unsafe actions that could injure a motorcyclist.

Sideswipe Accidents and Lane Change Collisions

When a driver does not notice a motorcycle, they may cause a collision during a lane change. Because of its small size, a motorcycle may not be noticed when it is in a vehicle's blind spot. If a driver does not check their blind spot, they may sideswipe a motorcycle when they change lanes. This may force the motorcycle off the road, or it may be pushed into another lane or a barrier. A sideswipe collision may cause a rider to be thrown from the motorcycle, and they may suffer severe road rash, broken bones, head injuries, or other injuries.

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Motorcycle Accidents at Intersections

Crashes can occur when a driver turns left across oncoming traffic and does not yield to an approaching motorcycle. They may misjudge the speed at which the motorcycle is traveling, or they may not see the motorcycle until it is too late. In these situations, a vehicle may strike a motorcycle from the side, or it may pull in front of a motorcycle, giving the rider no opportunity to prevent a collision. In these cases, a motorcycle may strike the side of the turning vehicle, and the motorcyclist may be thrown over the hood or knocked off their motorcycle and struck by other vehicles.

Rear-End Collisions Involving Motorcycles

When a driver who is following a motorcycle fails to stop in time, they may cause a rear-end accident, which can be devastating for a motorcycle rider. A driver who tailgates behind a motorcycle may leave no margin for error. Motorcycles can often slow down or stop more quickly than drivers may expect. When tailgating, a person may have no time to react when a rider brakes. In a rear-end collision, a motorcycle rider may be thrown forward off their bike, or they may be run over by the vehicle that strikes them.

Our considerable experience and focus on personal injury law can give you a significant advantage, because we will use our knowledge and skills to protect your best interests. If insurers do not offer full compensation through settlement negotiations, Attorney Whitlock is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom.

Contact Our Severn, Maryland Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

A motorcycle accident can change your life in an instant. Even if another driver was clearly responsible for the collision, you may struggle to be treated fairly by an insurance company. They may claim that you were responsible for the accident, or they may try to downplay the severity of your injuries. You will need a legal advocate on your side to help you get the compensation you deserve.

At Whitlock Law, we can assist with your claim and fight to protect your rights. We will take steps to show that a driver's negligence was responsible for the accident in which you were injured, and we will negotiate with insurance companies to make sure settlement offers will address the full extent of your damages. Contact our Severn motorcycle accident injury attorney at 301-565-1655 to schedule your free consultation today.

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Severn Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Case Spotlight

No Case is too Small or too Big.

I had a seamless experience with them.

Very helpful and informative

Morgan is the best.

Lawyer Addressing Serious Injuries in Motorcycle Crashes in Severn, MD

Call 301-565-1655 Today to Schedule a Free Consultation

Why Drivers May Fail to See Motorcycles

The Small Size of Motorcycles

Visual Obstacles and Road Conditions

Distracted Driving

Sideswipe Accidents and Lane Change Collisions

Relentless in pursuit. Committed to the fight.

Motorcycle Accidents at Intersections

Rear-End Collisions Involving Motorcycles

Contact Our Severn, Maryland Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Practice Areas

Recent Blog Posts

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Bowie Office

Frederick Office

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Glen Allen Office

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Maryland 301-565-1655 | Virginia 703-576-5005