Wearing a Helmet Can Reduce Your Risk of Injury<\/strong><\/h2>\nPerhaps the saddest fact is this: Motorcyclists are much more likely to die in an accident than people in a car or truck. Passenger vehicle occupants have a few tons of steel and modern technology cradling them for protection in a crash; motorcycle drivers aren\u2019t so lucky. For that reason and many more, one of the most hotly debated issues in the motorcycling community is universal helmet laws.<\/p>\n
In fact, most motorcycle accidents in which the rider isn\u2019t wearing protective gear and a motorcycle helmet are usually quite severe and can cause spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, and worse. A perfect example of this is a 1994 study that sought to understand the effect of California\u2019s 1992 law requiring the use of a helmet by motorcyclists.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The study found that in the two years after the helmet law went into effect, motorcycle fatalities decreased by 37.5% and prevented an estimated 92 to 122 further fatalities. Also, the number of riders who suffered a head injury in fatal and non-fatal crashes also decreased. As a result, there was a 26% reduction in fatality rate, from 70.1 to 51.5 per 100,000 registered vehicles. \u201cRegistered vehicles\u201d include two-wheeled motorcycles like cruisers, supersport motorcycles, and touring bikes.<\/p>\n
Safety Tips for Motorcyclists<\/strong><\/h3>\nHere are some quick safety tips to keep in mind next time you take your motorcycle out for a spin:<\/p>\n
\n- Maintain constant vigilance around other drivers<\/li>\n
- Only practice lane splitting if you\u2019re an experienced motorcyclist<\/li>\n
- Avoid distracted driving and remain focused at all times<\/li>\n
- Wear bright or reflective clothing, such as white or fluorescent green<\/li>\n
- Assume that other vehicles and passenger car occupants can\u2019t see you<\/li>\n
- Always wear safety gear, like a helmet, gloves, and armored motorcycle boots<\/li>\n
- Avoid reckless driving and showboating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Did You Suffer an Injury in a Los Angeles Motorcycle Crash? Call Power Legal Group Today<\/strong><\/h2>\nWe hope that these motorcycle accident statistics helped illustrate the importance of road safety and wearing a helmet every time you ride your bike. If you\u2019ve suffered an injury in a motorcycle collision or car accident, time is of the essence if you want to file a personal injury suit. Don\u2019t wait any longer\u2014call the professionals at Power Legal Group right away. Call us at (800) 323-7693 to schedule a free consultation and learn more about the legal services we offer in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n