There is a troubling rise in baby boomer motorcycle deaths, as more Americans aged 55 to 64 are hitting the road. On average, a dozen people die in motorcycle accidents each day in the U.S., and more than 16% of those fatalities are among boomers. Motorcycle crash lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm explore this new …
Injured Couple Sues Harley-Davidson After Crash
A husband and wife in Eastern Texas recently filed a lawsuit against Harley-Davidson motorcycle manufacturer after a crash that resulted in several broken bones, fractured skulls and severe brain injuries. Motorcycle accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm summarize this case and urge others injured in motorcycle crashes to consider legal action. The crash occurred on …
Motorcycle Fatality Rates Decline Nationwide
May is motorcycle safety awareness month, and the motorcycle accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm would like to highlight some of the gains we have made in safety and awareness. According to a new report, motorcycle fatalities declined in 2013 by about 7%, most notably in states with universal helmet laws. Some experts believe, however, …
National Data Confirms Motorcycle Deaths Continue to Increase
The Department of Transportation recently released statistics and data on motorcycle safety through 2011. That year, more than 4,500 motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents, which is an increase from 2010. Motorcycle crash lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm dive deeper into this report and the factors behind the steady increase in motorcycle death. All data …
Crash Stats Reveal High Percentage of Drunken Motorcyclists
Motorcycle accident lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report on 2012 crash data from the Illinois Department of Transportation, which recently joined forces with motorcycle safety advocates to remind motorcyclists of the extraordinarily high rates of injury and death in crashes when alcohol is involved. Motorcycle riders are more than twice as likely to die …
New York Motorcycle Death Raises Questions about Police Pursuit
Motorcycle accident lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm point to a recent debate in upstate New York surrounding the death of a high school motorcyclist. The teen was killed in a crash after fleeing from a routine police traffic stop. The Clarence High School senior was traveling at more than 100 miles per hour when …
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month in Illinois
Motorcycle crash lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm announce that 2013 marks the 30th year May has been officially recognized as Motorcycle Awareness Month in Illinois. Throughout the state this month organizations will join in the campaign to urge drivers to start seeing motorcycles and share the road. The goal is to raise awareness in …
“Gear up to Ride Smart” Motorcycle Safety Campaign hits Chicago
Motorcycle accident lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm announce that the “Gear up – Ride Smart” campaign recently hit the streets of Illinois, promoting the best motorcycle practices to keep all motorists safer on the roads. Although motorcyclists account for just 3% of the all vehicle registers, motorcycle fatalities represent more than 15% of all …
New California Motorcycle Lane-Splitting Rules
Motorcycle accident lawyers announce that the practice of lane-splitting, where motorcyclists ride between car lanes on crowded roads of stopped or slowed traffic, is now officially recognized as an acceptable practice by the California Highway Patrol. Every other state in the nation has outlawed lane-splitting. The new rules were introduced in January 2013 and apply to …
Motorcycle Crashes Cause Serious Economic Burden on Taxpayers
Our motorcycle accident lawyers warn that motorcycle crashes not only lead to serious injuries and emotional trauma, they also have burdensome economic consequences. According to a new government report,billions of dollars are spent on motorcycle-related deaths and injuries each year. Emergency services and insurance premiums make up a large portion of the cost. The report …
9 Motorcyclists Injured in Head-On Crash, 1 Dead
A head on collision between a car and ten motorcyclists is a reminder of just how critical helmets are to a rider’s safety. Our experienced motorcycle accident attorneys know how devastating these types of accidents can be and we hope to see a smooth recovery for the injured cyclists. Nine of the cyclists involved are in the …
Aurora Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Fatality Hunt
Police are still searching for a driver involved in a fatal hit-and run-accident with a motorcyclist on May 11, 2012. Our experienced Chicago motorcycle accident attorneys understand how devastating these accidents can be for the families of hit-and-run victims. We recognize that they are often left with stacks of medical bills and severe grief, so they …
Illinois Motorcycle Crashes’ Severe Risks
A recent motorcycle crash in southwest Illinois resulting in two fatalities highlights the dangerous nature of motorcycles.Illinois motorcycle accident attorneys at Pintas and Mullins know that the small size and quick speed of motorcycles make them attractive to many travelers, but these features also contribute to a significant number of accidents often resulting in serious injury …