{"id":248268,"date":"2025-05-20T01:42:16","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T01:42:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/business\/legal\/may-is-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month-a-lawyers-perspective-personal-injury-lawyers\/"},"modified":"2025-05-20T01:42:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T01:42:16","slug":"may-is-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month-a-lawyers-perspective-personal-injury-lawyers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=248268","title":{"rendered":"May Is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: A Lawyer\u2019s Perspective \u2014 Personal Injury Lawyers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">In Ontario, few communities feel the pulse of motorcycle culture like Port Dover \u2014 especially on a Friday the 13th. But for over 30 years, I\u2019ve been on the other end of that culture, representing injured riders and grieving families after tragic collisions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Here are the most common issues I see in my personal injury practice:<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Left-Hand Turns<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">The most frequent \u2014 and often fatal \u2014 scenario involves a car turning left into the path of an oncoming motorcycle.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Drivers: Look for motorcycles, not just cars.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Riders: Assume you may not be seen.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Stop Sign Pull-Outs<\/h3>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">A driver stops, then pulls out, unaware a motorcycle is approaching with the right-of-way.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Riders: Treat every intersection as high-risk. Expect the unexpected.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Protective Gear<\/h3>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Helmets are mandatory, but padded jackets, vests, gloves, and proper boots are critical. I&#8217;ve had clients whose injuries were dramatically reduced because they wore the right gear.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Defence lawyers often argue that wearing non-motorcycle boots, like Blundstones, is negligent.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Passing Vehicles<\/h3>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Drivers may not see or hear you when you pass. They may also turn left into a driveway without signaling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Stay visible and cautious.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Rear-End Collisions<\/h3>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">For motorcyclists, getting hit from behind carries a much higher risk of serious injury.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Drivers: Keep a safe distance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Riders: Use lane positioning and reflective gear to increase visibility.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle collision, don\u2019t wait to get <a href=\"https:\/\/lernerspersonalinjury.ca\/andrew-murray\">legal advice<\/a>. Understanding your rights early can make all the difference.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Let\u2019s make this May a safer month for riders across Ontario.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In Ontario, few communities feel the pulse of motorcycle culture like Port Dover \u2014 especially on a Friday the 13th. But for over 30 years, I\u2019ve been on the other end of that culture, representing injured riders and grieving families after tragic collisions. 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