Motorcycle Crash Advice from an Orlando Accident Lawyer
Posted on Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
Summer is right around the corner, which means everyone will soon be anxious to spend some time outside. While some people go to the beach and others prefer the park, many Floridians enjoy riding their motorcycles, a hobby that may be becoming more and more dangerous. According to a 2010 report by the University of… read the full article.
4 Motorcyclists Killed in Crash
Posted on Wednesday, March 17th, 2010
A truck passing another vehicle in Sumter County Saturday night hit four motorcyclists head-on and killed them, authorities said. According to reports, the westbound truck was in the eastbound lane while passing, and the 45-year-old truck driver realized the motorcyclists were closer than he thought. He couldn’t slow soon enough to avoid a crash, reports… read the full article.
Man Dies in Crash With Black Bear
Posted on Friday, March 5th, 2010
A 51-year-old Fruitland Park motorcyclist was killed Monday night after he collided with a black bear in Marion County, police said. Reports say the black bear ran out directly into the man’s path. The front end of the bike hit the bear’s left side, causing the bike to overturn and eject the man. The bike… read the full article.
Helmet laws for motorcycles in Florida
Posted on Friday, October 9th, 2009
Helmet laws are adopted to protect the safety of motorcylce riders in accidents. As studies have shown, helmets significantly reduce the chance of head injury in serious accidents. While helmet laws are recommended for all motorcycle riders, laws requiring helmet usage vary by state. For anyone considering riding in a specific state, that person should… read the full article.
Motorcyclist Killed in Cape Coral Accident
Posted on Thursday, October 1st, 2009
Cape Coral’s third motorcycle accident has cost a man his life. 59 year-old motorcycle rider Donald Richard Erwin was killed motor vehicle collision in Lee County. The accident occurred on eastbound Pine Island Road when Erwin was approaching Chiquita Boulevard. Virginia Murphy,62, was driving her car and pulled into the biker’s path, causing Erwin to… read the full article.
Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident on US 301
Posted on Thursday, October 1st, 2009
A motorcyclist was killed when hit by a car on U.S. 301.Edmond P. Cooper Jr., 63, was on his motorcycle traveling north on U.S. 301when he attempted to make a left turn onto State Road 20 and a southbound carstruck his vehicle. Cooper was not wearing a helmet when he was knocked off hismotorcycle. The… read the full article.
Motorcycle Officers Involved in Accident at Funeral Procession
Posted on Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
At least six motorcycle officers taking part in the funeral procession for Bruce Rossmeyer, a Harley-Davidson dealership owner who was recently killed in an accident, were involved in an accident. While riding with the funeral procession, the lead riding officer slowed down significantly. The riders behind the lead did not notice the slowdown until it… read the full article.