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Motorcycle crashes can occur anywhere so be cognizant
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Motorcycle safety is a concern for all drivers because motorcyclists who are struck by another vehicle might be killed. This is important to remember, even through the winter months when the temperatures in Alabama drop a little. The gear that motorcyclists wear, including leather jackets and blue jeans, make riding in the cooler temperatures very comfortable. These items also provide a little protection for the bikers; however, that protection isn’t anywhere close to the protections that people in cars and other vehicles have.
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Watch for Motorcycles in the Roadway
People must always be cognizant of motorcycles when they are driving. Motorcycle accidents can occur on all roads and at all time of day or night. Interestingly, motorcycle crashes that occur on rural roads are more prevalent now than what they were two decades ago.
The victims of motorcycle accidents vary greatly in age. Some might think that younger people are more likely to be the victim in these accidents, but that isn’t the case. People who are 40 years old and older are more likely to die in motorcycle accidents than their younger counterparts.
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Motorcycle Accidents Are Costly
They are costly to the victims, but they can also be costly for others. This is all the more reason for everyone to watch out for motorcycles as they drive. Some motorcyclists will have to undergo extensive medical care and rehabilitation. In some cases, they will need to file for disability benefits because they can’t work any longer.
For motorcyclists, costly medical bills and disabilities that can impact their ability to work are possible after an accident. Those victims might choose to seek compensation for their injuries and the effects those injuries have on them.
Source: United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Motorcycle Safety,” accessed Dec. 16, 2016
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