Louisiana Motorcycle Accidents: Navigating the Risks and Aftermath with Bart Bernard Injury Lawyers
Louisiana’s picturesque bayous, vibrant culture, and open roads make it a haven for motorcycle enthusiasts. However, these same roads present unique risks for bikers. At Bart Bernard Injury Lawyers, we’ve witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of motorcycle accidents in our state. This guide aims to shed light on these risks, equip you with essential knowledge […]
Best Scenic Motorcycle Rides in Louisiana
Louisiana is a magnet for motorcyclists from all over the country. It’s hard to beat its sweeping roadways with beautiful scenery and diverse wildlife. And of course, no visit to the Bayou State would be complete without a stop or two at the roadside eateries serving up scrumptious Cajun fare. Po’boys, jambalaya, and crawfish await […]
Five Most Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Roughly 88,000 motorcyclists are injured every year, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). More than 4,500 motorcyclists are killed each year. Because motorcycles are relatively small vehicles and drivers and riders often very unprotected compared to cars and trucks, the injuries they sustain can be quite severe. Recovering from motorcycle accidents […]
May Is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a public safety campaign that urges both motorcyclists and motorists to exercise caution when sharing the road. The warmer, sunnier days lead to more motorcycles on the road – and more motorcycle accidents. Top causes of Louisiana motorcycle accidents include left hand turns, driver inexperience, alcohol use, speeding, and […]
Who Is Most Likely to Die in a Motorcycle Accident?
Motorcycle riding can be an exhilarating means of travel – and is one that has grown in popularity across the nation. However, operating a motorcycle is not without risks since bikers are so vulnerable to life-threatening injury in the event of a crash. State highway traffic data indicates that nearly 5,000 Americans were killed on motorcycles […]
Top Road Hazards That Cause Motorcycle Accidents
Fatalities from motorcycle accidents comprise 5% of all traffic deaths per year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Motorcycle crashes claimed the lives of nearly 4,700 people in 2015, which was more than double the number in 1997, as reported by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Road hazards are one of the most […]
5 Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Each year, there are roughly 2,000 accidents involving motorcycles in Louisiana, including more than 80 biker fatalities. “Some of it are people not driving up to their ability; some of those crashes involved people not being aware of motorcycles in the area,” said Trooper Bryan Lee with the Louisiana State Police. Most accidents are caused […]