In general, motorcycles carry a higher risk than other passenger vehicles. After all, motorcycles are less visible to other passenger vehicles. Their high performance is tempting and pinned with the fact that motorcyclists do not have an enclosed vehicle to protect...
Month: April 2020
Detailing the Glasgow Coma Scale
Past posts on this blogs detailed the potential impact a traumatic brain injury can have on the life of a motorcyclist. They have also touched upon the fact that helmet use (while certainly helpful in preventing them) cannot eliminate the potential of a TBI occurring...
2020 Motorcycle Accidents in Los Angeles
According to a 2018 report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Department, nearly 5,000 motorcyclists lost their lives in traffic accidents nationwide. Even motorcycle riders who follow all the laws about wearing helmets, taking safety courses, and driving only...
Traumatic Brain Injury Alters Lives
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common – and most serious – injuries motorcycle riders and their passengers suffer due to an accident. Even if you did everything you could to protect yourself by wearing a helmet, the impact of striking your head...
What should motorcycle riders know about lane splitting?
Motorcyclists and Lane Splitting If you ride your motorcycle on the highways of California, you likely understand lane splitting well. It allows you to navigate heavy, stop-and-go traffic without the danger of a fatal rear-end accident. Although illegal in other...
Intersections carry an elevated risk for motorcyclists
Vehicles almost always pack the roads in southern California, and your motorcycle can give you an advantage as you slip through dead-locked cars. However, your smaller profile can make it more difficult for other drivers to see you. This can especially be the case at...
5 Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents are all too common and frequently result in severe injuries or tragic deaths. Besides having to deal with trauma resulting from the accident itself, many motorcyclists find themselves being unfairly blamed for their injuries and property loss when...
Coronavirus COVID-19 Law Firm & Personal Injury FAQs
Scott J. Corwin, A Professional Law Corporation remains open and available for legal help and representation through the current COVID-19 public health crisis. Please see below for some frequently asked questions from current and prospective clients. Is the firm open...
Coronavirus COVID-19 Law Firm & Personal Injury FAQs
Scott J. Corwin, A Professional Law Corporation remains open and available for legal help and representation through the current COVID-19 public health crisis. Please see below for some frequently asked questions from current and prospective clients. Is the firm open...
