Gas Prices Possible Cause of Increase in Motorcycle Accidents

With prices of gas continually changing, many people are trading in their gas guzzlers for smaller vehicles and motorcycles. With more and more motorcycles on the road, it is unfortunate but inevitable that there would be a higher rate of motorcycle accidents. This increase in motorcycle use also means that there are likely more novice riders on the roads. Not only that, but it means that other motorists will need to become more and more accustomed to sharing the road with motorcycles. It is important to check your blind spot before lane changes as smaller vehicles and motorcycles can be harder to see in the mirrors.

According to experts, experience and speed are major contributing factors to injuries and fatalities associated with motorcycles. Motorcycle safety classes should be an important part of the process when purchasing a motorcycle. It is also important to wear safety gear and take the time to get a motorcycle license.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a motorcycle accident, consult with an experienced and understanding motorcycle accident attorney at D’Amore & Associates to ensure your rights are protected and you are fairly compensated for your injuries.

About the Author

Tom D'Amore is the founder of D'Amore Law Group and a trial attorney with over 30 years of experience representing injured people and their families across the West Coast, securing more than $325 million in recoveries. He handles cases involving car accidents, trucking accidents, construction injuries, medical malpractice, and sexual abuse. Licensed in Oregon, Washington, and California, Tom is the only NBTA board-certified truck accident attorney in Oregon. He is a national Board of Governors member, past Executive Committee member, and past Budget and Audit Chair of the American Association for Justice, as well as past President of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association and an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice.